Have you driven any of the Octavia vRS models, or the higher output non vRS diesels, which are anything but heavy on the road?Does any agree with me in that the skoda octavia is an ugly car, heavy on the road and down right boring to look at!
Have you driven any of the Octavia vRS models, or the higher output non vRS diesels, which are anything but heavy on the road?
Given the number of Skodas on the roads currently, a fairly significant portion of the motoring public seem satisfied with the look of the cars.
Yes I have. Its a matter of opinion but theres a difference between heaviness on road and having the power to cope.True the higher output/vRS models have the power to cope. But the heaviness of the car/handling of corners is still relatively unchanged. Maybe thats why I prefer the hatchbacks to the bulk of a heavy saloon.
And don't get me wrong the Octavia is far better value than the VW etc.
Compared to Mondeo, Coralla saloon, Saab 9-3, Volvo S40, Audi A4, Honda Accord, Peugout 407. All these have distinct lines and shapes - may not be as reliable or same price range as the Octavia, but at least they have confidence/arrogance to produce bold designs.....
Yeah, functional and reliable but yellow pack.
Yes I have. Its a matter of opinion but theres a difference between heaviness on road and having the power to cope.True the higher output/vRS models have the power to cope. But the heaviness of the car/handling of corners is still relatively unchanged. Maybe thats why I prefer the hatchbacks to the bulk of a heavy saloon.
And don't get me wrong the Octavia is far better value than the VW etc.
Just checked the reg of this car (one mentioned in original post) on Cartell.ie (just the free search). It tells me that it is only a 105BHP model.
Chancer!
Hi Cabaiste. The octavia of that generation was 90hp 100 110 and 130hp. The 1.9 105hp didn't arrive until the new model in 2004. The 2004+ range of skodas are much better built with better engines. Though the 1.9 105hp is a noisy old clattery diesel that I would avoid. Fiat can make a 1.6 diesel with 120hp and 221lb ft torque. Beat that VAG! Though to be fair this new fiat engine is much newer than the skoda's! Even new vag engines are not the most refined or economical! 150K mile is alot on any diesel engine. Granted they CAN go for 300k miles+ But most of them don't get that far without a serious and expensive rebuild! I would check it has a full service history and get a GOOD mechanic to check it out before you even think about it. Too many things can go wrong at this mileage. + at this mileage it should have had it's 3rd timing belt change, AND WATER PUMP! If not you are already talking 400-600 euros! Good luck and let us know how you get on!
Compared to what? Passat, Avensis, Mondeo?
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