Thinking of Buying this Skoda Octavia

Terra

Hi there,

I'm thinking of going for a skoda octavia elegence 2007

Here is the spec

5 Doors, Manual, Hatchback, Diesel, 17000 miles, Anthracite Grey Metallic, Anti-Lock Brakes,
ClimateControl,

Digital Air Conditioning

Power-Assisted Steering, Driver, Passenger And Front Side Air
Bags,16In Alloy Wheels,

Cruise Control, Electric/Heated Door Mirrors, Immobiliser, Front Fog Lights,Headlamp Wash, Steering Wheel Leather,

Driver/Passenger Seat Height Adjustment, Driver/Passenger
Seat Lumbar Support, Rear Armrest, radio/CD Autochanger/MP3,Front/Rear Electric Windows,

Remote Central Door Locking, Front/Rear Head Restraints, Rain Sensor, Rear Parking Aid, Onyx Cloth interior
,Skoda Warranty

Getting 2 year dealer warranty for 14,650 euro's

Is this a good deal, or would you recommend any other type of car over it?

Is there anything too look out for on the Skoda's ?

I've been driving a 2001 renault megane and just can't wait for a nice change.

shaneo01

Sounds like a good deal, is it from a main dealer or private? They are a fairly good car, same as VW golf really, apart from the badge! At that mileage you should be safe enough, check for service history!

Owen

Don't forget the massive boot! It's enormous. Big enough to smuggle a small romanian family in through Rosslare.

Outkast_IRE

my dad had one the engine self destructed .
my friends parents had one the engine self destructed.
they then bought a fabia and the engine self destructed. :eek:

All 3 cars were given free engine replacements none were the same afterwards though all brand new cars from dealers.
I know people say they just a vw really but vw's dont self destruct that often

mickdw

If you could stretch to an 08, you would get 150 road tax I think. the future value of your 07 will be hit by this too as yours will be 600 to tax and wont be looked on favourably in a few years when you come to sell as even 2008 will be very little money so the 450 euro tax difference will be a major selling point over 2007

mickdw

Outkast_IRE wrote: »

my dad had one the engine self destructed .
my friends parents had one the engine self destructed.
they then bought a fabia and the engine self destructed. :eek:

All 3 cars were given free engine replacements none were the same afterwards though all brand new cars from dealers.
I know people say they just a vw really but vw's dont self destruct that often

Ive heard of gearbox problems on the Octavia but not heard of this serious engine problem. Were they diesel cars?

bazz26

I don't think it is a great deal to be honest when you compare this one:

http://www.driving.ie/usedcars/index.cfm?fuseaction=car&carID=1274609

And that is before a straight deal discount and has the more expensive DSG gearbox.

Food for thought OP. I'd shop around.

Terra

Yes Its from a Main dealer.
I bit worried about these engines blowing up though. I was going for an octavia as I've heard there pretty reliable and value for money.


I basically looking for a good all round diesel.

Is the tax as high as 600 a year ?

Its a 1.9 Diesel by the way

Abraham

Go for it, man. The Octavia is one of the most favoured cars for company reps in recent years and collectively that's a pretty good reference.

The designers went to a lot of trouble with the Skoda because they knew they had to fight VW at every level and even succeeded in making the Octavia 'Car of the Year' for a couple of years and the competition was very very tough in that section of the market. That's damn impressive any way you look at it. This car has a track record that stands up.

Michael G

Outkast_IRE wrote: »

my dad had one the engine self destructed .
my friends parents had one the engine self destructed.
they then bought a fabia and the engine self destructed. :eek:

All 3 cars were given free engine replacements none were the same afterwards though all brand new cars from dealers.
I know people say they just a vw really but vw's dont self destruct that often

I have had four Skodas (Felicia, Octavia 1.8 turbo, Octavia vRS and Superb diesel 130 bhp) and the only problem I ever had was a boot lock on the Octavia 1.8 turbo back in 2000. Do your family and friends ever actually get their cars serviced? (Present car is a Seat Leon RS DSG 2 litre petrol 200 bhp, same engine as in the new vRS. I bought it because it was a demo model with extras and the price was right and it goes like ****. But for my next one I'm thinking of the new vRS estate, with the same engine and gearbox, which comes out shortly.)

Mr.David

Michael G wrote: »

I have had four Skodas (Felicia, Octavia 1.8 turbo, Octavia vRS and Superb diesel 130 bhp) and the only problem I ever had was a boot lock on the Octavia 1.8 turbo back in 2000. Do your family and friends ever actually get their cars serviced? (Present car is a Seat Leon RS DSG 2 litre petrol 200 bhp, same engine as in the new vRS. I bought it because it was a demo model with extras and the price was right and it goes like ****. But for my next one I'm thinking of the new vRS estate, with the same engine and gearbox, which comes out shortly.)

+1

Skoda/VAG engines are excellent and are very reliable if serviced as specified. OP - I would not worry about engine trouble any more than in any other car, and probably less.

Is it the 1.9 or the 2.0? If possible go for one with the DSG box its fantastic you wont regret it. All the combined benefits of a manual and an auto

R.O.R

Outkast_IRE wrote: »

my dad had one the engine self destructed .
my friends parents had one the engine self destructed.
they then bought a fabia and the engine self destructed. :eek:

All 3 cars were given free engine replacements none were the same afterwards though all brand new cars from dealers.
I know people say they just a vw really but vw's dont self destruct that often

Seriously, I can't remember 1 instance of a VW 1.9Tdi "self distructing" in the 6 years I've been working in leasing. In that time there must have been over 3,000 of these engines in cars on the fleets. Many other components have let go, but that engine is more or less bullet proof.

I'd be sorely tempted by the DSG model posted above. We have one as part of our runner fleet and it is cracking to drive. Bit noisy if you cane it in sport mode, but it's generally the first car that people take as it's so easy to drive.

Oh, and the boot is mahoosive

TestTransmission

Sorry to hijack this thread,ive been considering upgrading lately.One car that has caught my attention is the octavia vrs,
I would be consdering a 01/02 model like this for example.

http://www.carzone.ie/search/Skoda/Octavia/RS-1.8T/200843190571181/advert

I know theyre a great car as i have a friend who owns one,what price would i be looking at to get a well looked after example?
How overpriced is the ad in the carzone?

Is there any known issues with this model?Google only seems to bring up good reviews!

TestTransmission

Anyone???

Mr.David

Your best source of info:

www.briskoda.net

www.honestjohn.com

www.parkers.co.uk

good luck!

Michael G

I had an 03 vRS. My only complaint is that it was hard to keep the upholstery from looking grubby. No mechanical problems ever. I understand the only possible issue with these is forgetting to have the timing belt changed at 50,000 miles - but that applies to most cars.

Mr.David

From my experience of the Octy, I'd check:

1. All elec windows (the rail often breaks and is not that cheap to replace)

2. Bushings esp. ARB bushings as they can wear prematurely

3. Electrics - wipers & central locking esp. can give niggly problems

4. Make sure there is a linear & smooth power delivery, otherwise MAF could be faulty.

Overall very reliable!

boredatwork82

I drive a 00 skoda. The engine is sound. never had any trouble with it.
Pity the wiper motors, window motors, door locks, boot lock, door handle cables aren't as reliable

BnA

Outkast_IRE wrote: »

my dad had one the engine self destructed .
my friends parents had one the engine self destructed.
they then bought a fabia and the engine self destructed. :eek:

All 3 cars were given free engine replacements none were the same afterwards though all brand new cars from dealers.
I know people say they just a vw really but vw's dont self destruct that often

Now, I'm not calling you a liar.... But I'm just saying that...

.....Ahhhh, what the hell....

.....you're a liar...!!!

EPM

BnA wrote: »

Now, I'm not calling you a liar.... But I'm just saying that...

.....Ahhhh, what the hell....

.....you're a liar...!!!

No, he just works for Lada and they're a bit bitter about the whole Skoda thing now:D

Terra

I don't understand how you could blow the 1.9 tdi engine unless your like rev'ing the guts out of it when the engine is still cold and you haven't given the oil a chance too circulate.

I heard these engines are very reliable, hence my choice.

Am I mistaken?

Outkast_IRE

BnA wrote: »

Now, I'm not calling you a liar.... But I'm just saying that...

.....Ahhhh, what the hell....

.....you're a liar...!!!

Why would i lie im just stating a fact all said cars were fully serviced by dealer and the dealer said it wasnt unheard of to happen .
Dont get me wrong im sure the engines are great im just stating my experience with said car .
The octavias were diesels and the fabia a petrol .
As i said one was my familys car the others a friends family
They were very quick to replace the engines in all cars .
All cars were under 2 years old

spank_inferno

I drive a fabia 1.4 petrol. A broken water pump and a bearing replacement is all I've had gone wrong. 98,000 miles on the clock.

100% of the time, it works every time!

VRS no 1!!

Go for it!! Great value and a brilliant car. Far superior car to the Passat and you get a lot more value for your money.

Mylow

Dealer in North (Williamson's) is offering 09's in todays independent for €19k inc VAT and VRT

Dcully

Far superior car to the Passat

Oct is a fine car but your taking the piss here saying its superior to a passat .

VRS no 1!!

Well, if you think a VW passat is a great car even with the most common of problems being the fuel pumps and handbrakes failing, fair enough!! I could go on but haven't got the typing space!! It's very rare to see an Octavia on the back of an AA truck!!

galwaytt

VRS no 1!! wrote: »

Well, if you think a VW passat is a great car even with the most common of problems being the fuel pumps and handbrakes failing, fair enough!! I could go on but haven't got the typing space!! It's very rare to see an Octavia on the back of an AA truck!!

true. Even more ironic is when the AA turn up to fix your Germanomobile in..........a Fiat

Maybe they know something we don't !

VRS no 1!!

Ha ha, exactly!!!:D

Dcully

Well, if you think a VW passat is a great car even with the most common of problems being the fuel pumps and handbrakes failing, fair enough!! I could go on but haven't got the typing space!! It's very rare to see an Octavia on the back of an AA truck!!

I have my current Passat 4 years and never have such an issue.
My brother also has one and he also has not had any such problems.
My neighbour has an Octavia and says the thing is going through a litre of oil every 1,000 miles :eek:

Each to their own but im intrigued by

Far superior car to the Passat

Please do enlighten me on this claim


To the origional poster, go for it, its a fine car.

Biro

Efioanaes wrote: »

My neighbour has an Octavia and says the thing is going through a litre of oil every 1,000 miles :eek:

Actually now that I think of it, chances are your new 2 litre Passat will do that, keep a close eye on it. They all do it.

Dcully

Indeed it may, only time will tell but on past experience ive never seen it myself in a vw or Skoda.
My missus has an Octavia and doesnt have this issue either.

Biro

Efioanaes wrote: »

Indeed it may, only time will tell but on past experience ive never seen it myself in a vw or Skoda.
My missus has an Octavia and doesnt have this issue either.

Chances are she doesn't have a 2 litre TDi in the Skoda. It's an issue with the 2 litres, not the 1.9.

Dcully

Biro wrote: »

Chances are she doesn't have a 2 litre TDi in the Skoda. It's an issue with the 2 litres, not the 1.9.

Indeed she has a 1.4 petrol infact.

Mr.David

Efioanaes wrote: »

Indeed she has a 1.4 petrol infact.

The 1.4?

Don't even go there! Sure it uses more oil than petrol!:eek:

Terra

Thanks for all the advice guys, I think I'll go for it its a good price for the spec.

I just hope the servicing of the car won't be too bad.

Have too find a good reputale garage that can service skoda's well around dublin that doesn't cost the earth.

PS. I'm also thinking of chipping the car when I get it...any advise towards this. Would you recommend or not?

batman2000

Outkast_IRE wrote: »

my dad had one the engine self destructed .
my friends parents had one the engine self destructed.
they then bought a fabia and the engine self destructed. :eek:

All 3 cars were given free engine replacements none were the same afterwards though all brand new cars from dealers.
I know people say they just a vw really but vw's dont self destruct that often

I have had 3 Skoda Octavia's, Diesel and Petrol. Not a single problem with the engine and gearbox. I'd buy another one

bazz26

bazz26 wrote: »

I don't think it is a great deal to be honest when you compare this one:

http://www.driving.ie/usedcars/index.cfm?fuseaction=car&carID=1274609

And that is before a straight deal discount and has the more expensive DSG gearbox.

Food for thought OP. I'd shop around.

Terra wrote: »

Thanks for all the advice guys, I think I'll go for it its a good price for the spec.

I just hope the servicing of the car won't be too bad.

Have too find a good reputale garage that can service skoda's well around dublin that doesn't cost the earth.

PS. I'm also thinking of chipping the car when I get it...any advise towards this. Would you recommend or not?

Did you see my earlier link to a cheaper model OP, your paying too much for that car.

Terra

It's been a long time since I posted this, but I have to say that I'm really glad I went for an octavia.

Had a renault before and its so much better and no problems what so ever with it.

The only thing is I can't figure out how to get these apparently heated door mirrors to work.

Also it seems to need oil top ups every few 1000 miles.

But apart from that is as solid as a rock.

Tipsy Mac

Terra wrote: »

The only thing is I can't figure out how to get these apparently heated door mirrors to work.

Normally they come on with your rear window heater, when that's on the door mirrors should be on.

NLane

Tipsy Mac wrote: »

Normally they come on with your rear window heater, when that's on the door mirrors should be on.

thats how mine work, not a skoda but i imagine it could be the same

Anan1

Tipsy Mac wrote: »

Normally they come on with your rear window heater, when that's on the door mirrors should be on.

That's how it works on most cars, although I have seen separate switches for them too. On my Forester they come on with the heated windscreen, but I don't think that's common.

colm_mcm

If you turn the electric mirror switch to the position between L and R they should come on.

alexmcred

Where you select the left and right mirrors to adjust them you will see a heater symbol twist the knob selector to that and hey presto heated mirrors

batman2000

Terra wrote: »

It's been a long time since I posted this, but I have to say that I'm really glad I went for an octavia.

Had a renault before and its so much better and no problems what so ever with it.

The only thing is I can't figure out how to get these apparently heated door mirrors to work.

Also it seems to need oil top ups every few 1000 miles.

But apart from that is as solid as a rock.

Oil: Yep for the first 6 months or so (depends on driving Km) the Skoda is the same as the VW, they need topping up of oil. But it should settle soon after

My Skoda Octavia has the Heated mirrors between the L and R. Could it be a fuse that may be gone, if they are not working.

Michael G

batman2000 wrote: »

My Skoda Octavia has the Heated mirrors between the L and R. Could it be a fuse that may be gone, if they are not working.

Yes, most likely a fuse. They work almost instantly so if nothing is happening there is a fault somewhere.

teednab-el

Michael G wrote: »

Yes, most likely a fuse. They work almost instantly so if nothing is happening there is a fault somewhere.

In my audi A4, same setup or similiar as the Skoda and Passat, one of my heated mirrors doesnt work but the other one does, I discovered this with the cold spell of weather we have had. Do you reckon there is a fuse gone also?

Michael G

teednab-el wrote: »

In my audi A4, same setup or similiar as the Skoda and Passat, one of my heated mirrors doesnt work but the other one does, I discovered this with the cold spell of weather we have had. Do you reckon there is a fuse gone also?

Mine is a Seat Leon FR. I have looked at the handbook but it doesn't say whether there is a fuse assigned to the mirror heaters, either together or separately. Sorry.

liptonvillag

Outkast_IRE wrote: »

my dad had one the engine self destructed .
my friends parents had one the engine self destructed.
they then bought a fabia and the engine self destructed. :eek:

All 3 cars were given free engine replacements none were the same afterwards though all brand new cars from dealers.
I know people say they just a vw really but vw's dont self destruct that often

Really? What years were they ? Did they service them as specified in the manual? If these diesel engines are serviced regualrly they will run go for 300,000miles +. When you say they self destructed, can you explain what the primary problem with the engine was. Talked to a lot of taxi drivers and they all recommended them for reliability. When something had to be changed as recommended for routine maintenance like glow plugs/spark plugs, timiming belt or batteries they found the parts to be very fairly priced. Your the first person I've heard about these engines giving trouble. There was a glitch with the gear boxes for a couple of years but that was it. Volkswagon golf gearboxes gave the same trouble which in not surprising as there built on the same platform and same parts in various volkswagon/skoda models

EPM

liptonvillag wrote: »

Really? What years were they ? Did they service them as specified in the manual? If these diesel engines are serviced regualrly they will run go for 300,000miles +. When you say they self destructed, can you explain what the primary problem with the engine was. Talked to a lot of taxi drivers and they all recommended them for reliability. When something had to be changed as recommended for routine maintenance like glow plugs/spark plugs, timiming belt or batteries they found the parts to be very fairly priced. Your the first person I've heard about these engines giving trouble. There was a glitch with the gear boxes for a couple of years but that was it. Volkswagon golf gearboxes gave the same trouble which in not surprising as there built on the same platform and same parts in various volkswagon/skoda models

Hi, please don't drag up old threads. If you wish to start a new one that's ok.

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