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@YS53 @VWD @Offski - There's one public toilet in Dumbarton nicknamed the "cludge mahal" for its interesting architectural shape and white external rendering.

It now has an MOT and Tax. feels great to have it on the road

Nice to see you tackling the list of things to get it sorted

Wish we had that here. Instead they say its not an issue (its normal) or that it will get better over time or that they're waiting for Skoda to reply (i get that, but 2months, not.) or that they can't find source of issue, so that's it then. Nothing else can be done. They replaced front wishbone bushings and suspension was fine for a while, also the hydraulic bushings (Rear) I had 2 days noise free rides (about 400km). The bushings cost 28€ each and the wishbone bushings about 6€ each. I'm waiting factory response for those 2 for more than month. Ah, brb going to call dealership again to ask if there is any progress. Again :=). No replies on mails, ever. I will probably have to repair these 2 issues out of my pocket. So i wonder what the warranty is for. Sorry for the annoying posts, wrong topic. Just got carried away a little.

I agree with you 100% that Superb has some design flaws from factory and those are mostly from excess money saving and from fact that demmand for Skodas is a bit higher than factories can handle. But as you said so smartly, Superb is a budget car. I would bot say it's a complete budget car as it is not but still there is rater big difference if you pay, for example 35 000 euros for Superb or 57 000 euros for Audi A6 (prices start from there in Estonia). Personally I love doing sound deadening to my Superb. I find it as a form of meditation and would probably do the same with A6 Yes, I could buy a smaller premium car for much less than 57 000 but smaller car than Superb would not be an option for me. Nor buying a used car.

This car is the Skoda Superb 2.0 TDI Elegance 140BHp model which is fully loaded, and I mean fully loaded. In an attempt to be as honest as possible I'll give you every detail of this car so you know what you're looking at. The mileage is 142k but don't let that put you off, I'll come on to that later. The Good bits: It's just passed its MOT in the last week, with just 1 advisory, more about that in minute. It's also just had a new Cambelt, tensioners and water pump and had a full service at the same time in February. It has a full service history, mostly Skoda, but never missed a service. I've had it serviced by a reputable local garage for it's last two services, both full services. I have all the bills and receipts since I've had it and the full service book, with 2 keys and manual. The fully working extras: Xenon Headlights with washers (on mainbeam these headlights have to be seen to be believed, I wouldn't want to be coming the other way when they're on) Front and rear fog-lights. Satnav Six speaker sound system with 6 CD changer in the boot. Leather interior and walnut dash, which is very clean. Trip computer Electric heated and adjustable wing mirrors with indicators Climate control (needs regassing but does work fully) Front and rear heated seats Electric fully adjustable front seats. Electric coolbox (in the arm-rest) and glove compartment Front and rear 12v sockets Front fitted footmats Automatically dimming rear view mirror Electric windows all round Six speed manual gearbox which is nice and smooth Alloy wheels with locking wheelnut Chrome exterior trim Umbrella holder Sunglasses holder Laquered paintwork - really easy to clean and looks great. This is the long wheel-base version, the space in the back has to be experienced to be believed, apparently it has more rear passenger space than an S Class Mercedes, I don't doubt it, I'm 6ft 2" and it has loads of leg room for me. The boot is long and deep, plenty of room in there as well, including the space saving spare wheel. Additional features: Space saving spare wheel, jack and wheelbrace as well as a warning triangle in its own compartment underneath the boot lid. Minor niggles: The front interior light console is not working, it's never worked since I bought the car. The lights in the rear do work fine and I've just relied on those, it's never been a problem to me. Rear parking sensors not working, they've never worked since I bought the car and I've never bothered to fix them as I'm fine without them and they're prone to going faulty anyway. The drivers side front and rear door locks sometimes stick, but you can always get the car locked and alarmed, often they're fine. The overall condition of the car is excellent, it has a minor crease in the rear nearside just above the rear wheel, it's hardly noticeable and could be rectified. A few age related minor scuffs here and there. Photos to follow. In terms of running gear it drives superbly, forget the mileage, the engine on this car is tight as a drum, as is the gear box, suspension and steering. I've used it for daily commuting and the occasional long run and it's never given me less than 40mpg on a commute in cold weather, usually it's around 48mpg. On a long run it averages around 53mpg and I've even made 60mpg on an exceptional run, the engine is absolutely sound. There are no squeaks or rattles on the car at all. If you drove it you would never believe it has done 142K, it has absolutely loads of miles left in it. All the tyres are good with loads of tread left on them. The advisory was for the brake discs, I reckon they'll need changing on the next service, but the brakes are fine at the moment, no issues, just wear on the discs and pads, no juddering, nothing, The history of the car - two previous owners, I bought it in an emergency as a Council gulley sucker reversed into my Focus and wrote it off, so I need a car in 24hrs to get to work as I live in a rural area, I spotted this one and after an inspection on the ramps it was a no-brainer. I have had it for nearly two years and will be sorry to let it go, it is an absolute bargain. I have driven it conservatively and enjoyed driving it. The only reason I'm selling it is that I have a few quid coming my way and I need a big estate for boot space and towing, otherwise I would keep it and be happy with it. For £1500 it is a hell of a lot of car for the money. I will try to sell it on here as I would rather it went to someone who appreciates how good these cars are. It has no oil leaks or pump issues at all, no smoke or DPF issues and never has had during my ownership, and any inspection is welcome. On the water ingress issue, I've checked that and found nothing on the passenger side, it's not wet under the carpet and I checked it when I first got it after we had rain, it was dry. It may have the problem previously, I don't know, but it's not there now and I'm sure a half decent auto-electrician or mechanic could fix that issue relatively easily, I just never bothered with it, as I said, any inspection welcome. There are no battery drain issues, the alarm siren failed and did cause that but I had it fixed recently and it's all fine, with a new battery as well. I haven't scrimped on maintenance at all. A dealer would be selling this car at £2500+ and I'm confident that the first to see will buy it, it really is an excellent example of these great cars for a great price, but I need it gone now, I pick up my new car next weekend. I've tried to describe this car as honestly as possible and am not interested in ripping anyone off. I've attached photos of the car, please PM me if interested, If I can't sell it here it'll go on the bay and Facebook.

All eight mounts ( four each side are the same ). Remove the rubber bungs ( pictured) on the chassis under the door sills, insert the T-bar bolts and attach. the bar fits over the ridge and sits against the chassis. The two bolts to the left of the photo are holding on the side step. Seems all solid but I am not a panel beater or mechanic, just a home (car) handyman. The mountings supplied are different to the ones pictured in the advert but all eight are the same. Hope this makes sense. https://www.aliexpress.com/item/Nerf-bar-foot-board-side-step-side-bar-pedal-for-SKODA-KAROQ-2017-2018-OE-model/32860155943.html?scm=1007.13339.99728.0&scm_id=1007.13339.99728.0&scm-url=1007.13339.99728.0&pvid=1fb23c19-396f-4e72-bfcf-29f6068cf3ea&_t=pvid:1fb23c19-396f-4e72-bfcf-29f6068cf3ea,scm-url:1007.13339.99728.0

This ^^^^^

Alfa Giulia Quadrofoglio. Ahem.

Definitely has Nav - in pics top right infotainment button says Nav, but, as above, smaller screen. Seems a decent car if not high spec. Long test drive required. Take your time and test / play with all the toys. Good luck!

Says it's got nav, but then says the headunit is the Bolero. Which doesn't have nav...

Superb all day long. The hatch on the Superb is so much more practical and has more rear leg room than the Passat. I would almost compare the passat with the Octavia size wise.

I jacked with a block of wood to distribute the weight on the arm where the spring is. Highlight shows the width, obviously to the left side of the protruding nut: Note this is not an official point but its flat and must be pretty strong as its supporting the spring. For me this worked and I used the jack point as additional safety support. Advantage was it doesn't take much to compress the spring when jacked so I didnt have to lift it far.

Another job crossed off the list.. Replaced the EGR valve and she's once again running smooth with no fault codes present Out with the old.. In with the new.. Total cost so far - £230.02 Total saved so far - £676.96

don't suppose u could put the part number on , would like to have a look at putting some onto mine. yours looks good there !!!

Tony, hence my recent thread, “Is Kia the new Skoda?”

They lied to me about the handling and fuel economy for one, then they said the car would have adjustable headlights for driving abroad (No they don't), heated windscreen (No), DAB (No). Loads of little things, which added up to a lot of other things and I was told that the gearbox was a dual shift one, when it wasn't, it was a old fashioned torque converter (slush) one. It also had a serious fuel issue with it drinking a £150-160 of fuel a month even with a light foot.

Yup. Android = Android Auto / Mirrorlink iPhone = Apple CarPlay CarPlay works on any iPhone 5 and above (so 5, 5s, 6, 6s, 7, 8, X etc including the Plus models all work)

I think the little black dot on the spec says alot 'Standard' NOT 'Optional', or would they argue these were all no cost options and supply you a Karoq without KESSY, rear view camera, front and rear parking sensors etc. and say this is OK as they are no cost options and therefore you haven't paid for them ??

I assumed the arrival times changed because of traffic updates but if it changes when offline then there are other factors. Even if I do not have a destination set and infotainment is showing the radio, the nice sat nav lady speaks to warn me of traffic situations on the road ahead (sometimes behind) but this only happens when the infotainment system is connected to the internet. Witchcraft indeed

PFFFFFFFFT! What a false advertising! I went to see and it's only 4 974 km (not 5k km) and not even going through Tallinn

I 100% agree I will never buy a Skoda again

I will test this but in such case I think that Tesa textile tape comes in handy (door window bottons panel noise). I have this in my projects list though I never had overly bad creacks from there but still some. Will post pictures when I'm done. Door panels have zero resonance but rattling with high music volume is a "key feature" for most of the VAG cars. Adding some strips of vibration mats there helps hugely (+15mm absorber). From stock, door panels have no anti-vibration materials but they are partly made of soft non-plastic stuff that might give such expression (for example door pocket backside has no plastic under the carpet).

Actually a RARB improves grip, however what it also does is let go much more quickly once the actual limit of adhesion is reached so an inexperienced driver will get less time to react to that sudden loss of grip, this can cause problems with spinning in the wet due to sudden lift-off oversteer. On a dry road understeer will still happen first due to FWD and weight distribution. Moral of the story: Don't drive like a prat in the wet.

It'll happen as soon as EVs are the majority, or even a sufficiently significant percentage to justify levying heavier taxation on the non-EVs to force people into EVs... and then it'll rise again.

Well this debate has become a bit heated lol. I have received five separate documents that I must agree to. There is some very heavy reading and its a little concerning if not contradictory, how normal members of the public are supposed to be able to understand all of it is a mystery to me and I cant help thinking that when terms and conditions run into many pages like this that it is designed to trip you up. For example, they state you should get legal advice (independent) before agreeing. (or do they?) They say no win no fee but also recommend an insurance policy against losing (or do they?) Said policy in one form seems to be being paid for by the group funds but I'm unsure of that (or am I ?) 30% seems a lot but then would I want less taking the risk of costs if the case fails. (assuming that is the case. Liability to slater Gordon if you decide to pull out after the initial cooling off period. bottom line, the summary that says no win no fee, 30% ets all seems fine but when you read on it all gets very fuzzy. without more clarification I am too nervous to join. Is anyone with legal training able to simplify and clarify?

Globally available SUV'sh type Crossover type vehicle was the Kia Soul. Yeti size type. Tall flat fronted vehicles with loads of extra gubbins are obviously not the most efficient at requiring less go juice / energy to drive on roads, but then some want space, and easy in and easy out and not always that much range from home. Roll on more MPV's & Smaller MPV's / SUV's (AWD) with Electric Motors & simplicity and lower cost of purchase / leasing. Some without crap sills trims that hit your shins as you get in and out, ie Kia / Hyundai. More estate cars as well.

Don't waste your time with sealant and find yourself some French tyre shop who would fix the tyre. Sometimes those tyre sealants can cause a bad vibration on high speeds and I sincerely doubt that you want to drive home like that.

Welcome and well done with the choice.

@Timmh - What absolute tosh! 'Tis no wonder the "wee man across the pond" aka POTUS keeps harking on about fake news. Factory production of the Karoq with 1.5 TSI ACT 110 kW 4x2 MAN 6St. and 1.5 TSI ACT 110 kW 4x2 DSG 7St. variants are scheduled to commence as from Wk 38, ie mid September. Similarly, factory production of the Karoq with 1.5 TSI 110 kW 4x4 DSG 7St. and 2.0 TSI 140 kW 4x4 DSG 7St. variants are scheduled to commence as from Wk 48, ie the last week of November. It remains to be seen which actual variants will be offered here by Skoda UK and when dealers are able to accept and process orders, let alone quote accurate delivery times.

After a year plus of ownership in which I have tried the car with and without the stop start system active I now generally switch stop/start off as second nature when I start the engine. There is an inevitable delay at junctions with stop/start and while it is possible to fool it by only a light touch on the brake I am not sure that does the DSG any good - basically by holding the car on a light touch of the brakes you are slipping the clutch pack. It also offends my mechanical sympathy having the engine stopping and starting every few seconds when in stop-start traffic, I would rather switch off manually if in long stopped traffic then restart when the traffic clears. I know the engine continually stopping and starting doesn't bother many people but it does me - hence my reason for switching off the stop start system when starting the engine. The best bit is that I couldn't detect an iota of difference in fuel consumption with the stop start active or turned off, and I have monitored fuel consumption on a brim full to brim full basis since new. After 12,500 miles the average is 44.65MPG (1.2 Tsi DSG) which I am quite happy with.

185k milestone achieved! Under 15k to go

Great choice! Welcome

RTFM

I'm quite good at naming living entities, from other people's children, to pet dogs and even fictional characters. However, I have tried to come up with names for my (and at her request, my wife's) vehicles before, but nothing ever stuck. I occasionally refer to vehicles by the first letter and numbers in their registration, such as Yankee-129, which makes them sound like aircraft callsigns or something and was cool back when CB radios were still a thing.... but that's as good as it ever got. I fully gave up on the idea when a friend started calling his 650cc Cruiser bike embarassing names like Cerberus!!

If you want to change gas response get a pedal box as the DCC does not change the accelerator appreciably. Now the following is with reference to a Superb factory fitted with DCC, a petrol engine (2 litres) and a DSG gearbox . When using DCC in comfort mode it changes the suspension so that it smooths out bumps. This is done by changing the damper settings so they are softer. The DSG gearbox also changes its shifting characteristics and tends to get into higher gears so lowering the engine speed. The accelerator response is not really changed. When using DCC in normal mode the suspension dampers stiffen up slightly and again the DSG box changes its characteristics. The accelerator response does not change. When using DCC in sport mode the steering gets slightly heavier, the dampers get stiffer and the DSG box holds onto gears for slightly longer than other modes. The engine revs rise quickly as the car likes to get in lower gears and stay there. Again the accelerator response is not changed but, because the box tries to be in lower gears you are on cam/turbo quicker due to the engine being in the higher rev range, so it feels more responsive. The car needs to have the correct hardware (electrically adjustable dampers) and a DSG gearbox to benefit from DCC. I am not sure if your car has electrically adjustable power steering to make the steering feel heavier or lighter to order. Mine does but it is a L&K model. When you add a pedal box, as the car has a drive by wire accelerator, then the accelerator pedal position can be tuned to suit your own style of driving. The car does then feel much different. A pedal box transforms the car and would be the best thing for you to change the gas response. I have fitted one to mine, as have many on the forum, and it is a simple 5 minute job to do. I personally wouldn't waste effort by trying to activate DCC using VCDS but that is up to you.

Recorded Sky plus playback can be put straight to a dvd-r machine through HDMI or SCART. So you can put shows on disk. However, Just install KODI on any device you have and the world's your oyster, for free.

Figured it was about time to update this. New MOT back in Feb, B4 shocks fitted with HR 20mm springs looking good and Neuspeed RARB all on. And now black carpet fitted to get rid of the old white, not so, carpet.

It is not clear. Did you test the maximum speed before repair and it was 160 km/h? Or are you just asking based on what you read about Favorit performance? What device and cleaning for what?

OK where to start? firstly Bosch Super 4s are cr4p - especially on LPG (despite what your LPG converter might tell you) the only plugs you should use with LPG are the NGK BKR7e (colder plug with solid coper core) and if you are running with a remap then you gap them a bit tighter AT 170K there are a million little things that might need replacing in the VAC and Boost lines of which there are plenty. the big Y-pipe being the most obvious and everything else that touches the inlet manifold including PCV/one way valves/and the weird little "suction jet pump" as its called rough idle raising and falling is classic VAC leak so test by spraying a little bit of carb cleaner in and around the vac lines, if the engine note rises then you sprayed a VAC leak, fix that bit of pipe and then try again. Ideally if your not mechanically minded get a garage to Smoke test the boost and vac lines for you - if you are then there are videos on youtube to build your own testers if you fit a boost/vac gauge its a great help in identifying issues if you look through my history there are lots of boost and vac related issues that I had when I have my 1.8T 4x4

Here's the car at the garage on the day I collected it Took the car to the Peak District for some climbing Then took the car to the Lake District for more climbing Then we got some snow and the car got filthy Commuting 100 miles a week, it was impossible to keep the car clean I then got a dash cam fitted after a near miss on the M4 Whilst down in Cornwall, I managed to squeeze two giant foam surf boards in the car Even used the car to tow my Campervan And there we go, this is how the car sits now, having just gone over 100,500 miles

More impressive than that is it has only used just over a quarter of a tank of diesel

quick wash in the sun, got a nice shine with this...

After an incident with the broken door check strap (which I'd forgotten to fix) and the Wellington wind, plus the garage door incident, Rusty was looking a bit battered. It was time for a trip to Finer Details NZ for some bodywork love. It's looking great now. Just need to re-apply the pinstripes.

Can’t get enough of this car.

But I will enjoy them in the mean time while the basic cars have nowhere near as many toys. i know which i’d sooner have

I wouldn't say missing, this is personal opinion, I know a lot of people on this forum love the brand, the model, I've nothing against any of you. I personally do not feel that this is a great car, it's an average car that I'm sure a lot of people would appreciate, space and practically, but at the end of the day it's a budget car and for me it shows. My personal issues with the car are Creaks and rattles (just too many for my bat like hearing) Hard ride (I didn't get DCC) I hate 2nd to 3rd gear change at lower speeds (DSG) Nasty auto hold jerks when setting off Only 1 USB socket in front Too much light bleed from the screen Larger buttons on the steering wheel have too much movement Isofix covers have to be removed These are just my opinions, there's things I like about the car, I just don't love it.

My 280 certainty runs sweetest on Tesco99. When I can't find it and run on 95 the difference is noticeable.