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  1. Yes, its a bit more expensive than the others, but here in Colombia not by much. Maybe $4000 more than a loaded Fabia 2 Combi. Also, diesel is out of the question here because it is extremely poor quality - so much so that you can only get diesels in pickup trucks and in VW jettas. Anyway, thank you! Cheers, Nate
  2. Well, this is a little out of left field considering my previous options... I bought a Metallic (?) White Zafira 2.0 petrol with climate control, power everything and a few other goodies. I take possession this next week. I test drove one and was pleased. It feels well put together like the Jetta and Fabia, but a lot quieter inside. The seats are more comfortable as well. It also comes stock with a better stereo. Nate
  3. That makes more sense! Bother then about the ARB when you take the car in. Cheers!
  4. Vandango, the car in your avatar appears to be a Mk 1 Fabia (2004 TDI)? If this is the case, then it would not be uncommon to have front end issues - specifically with the Antiroll Bar (ARB). Nate
  5. This sounds like the infamous ARB issue in Mk 1 Fabias. I hope you can get your car fixed properly. Nate
  6. I test drove a New Fabia Combi Full (between a 1 and 2) without ABS - disk/drum. I wasn't driving in the rain or on any slippery surfaces, but it felt very firm and direct. I would have no problems driving on of these cars here in Colombia. In fact, it might be better without ABS because with so many rough roads here, the ABS always wants to kick in too soon.
  7. Well, it is now narrowed down to a Fabia Combi Special Line1.6: with maxidot, sunroof, small leather package, dance radio, 4 power windows, climatronic, etc.... and the Jetta Europe - new Mk 4 Jetta. The Skoda has more room inside, feels just as well put together, has a better weight vs power spec (here the 1.6 has 108hp) and the brakes feel more direct, speed sensitive steering as well feels better than in the Jetta or in the last gen Fabia (I thought it was the same unit?). The Jetta feels tight inside and has a little less headroom with the seat all the way down (in 6'3"), has 4 wheel disks, an aluminum trim package, nicer gauges, handles slightly better and has a few better plastic parts on the doors. Anyway, we'll see....
  8. BTW, does this happen at speed or only while stationary. I had a 2004 Honda accord and while stationary it always hit near the top of the windshield. It hit "dead on" while driving at speed. Nate
  9. ,,,safety and decent power are also a concern, but I haven't driven the 1.6 combi.
  10. If I test drive one, I will let you know. Thanks!
  11. Hi, this might sound off the wall, but I am looking for some help in choosing a new car. I am interested in the New Fabia Combi and currently have a 2006 Elegance Combi. I live in Colombia, so the options I have narrowed down may not be familiar to all... They are: New Fabia "Special Line" 1.6 (2?) Honda Fit 1.5 (City) VW Gol 1.6 (the new one, not Golf) VW Jetta 2.0 (new Mk4 - Mexican) Hyundai Elantra 2.0 Nissan Versa 1.8 Toyota Corolla 1.8 What would you choose and why? Thanks, Nate
  12. I am looking at replacing my 2006 Combi Elegance with a new combi "Special Line" - think its a 2, comes with a 1.6 and manual trans (Its the higest spec in Colombia right now). Apparently, the car does not have ABS. Does anyone here have a New Fabia without ABS, and (if so) what is braking like without ABS in it? Thanks, Nate
  13. The petrol is supposed to come on when you have 60kms left, however, mine is irregular. Sometimes it comes on at 80 or 70 or 60. Seems to be dependent on the ambient temperature. Do diesels still have to be primed if they run out of fuel?
  14. @radfordln - I have to agree, 24k in 11 months, no problems. You're keeping up the pace. Glad its been problem free.
  15. Yah... all that bhp is just astounding. So much for so little money. No wonder Skoda stopped production.
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