Soloshchenko

I'd agree, that's loads. Also, 8000 miles a year would limiting for anyone in my opinion. Id question the need for a car!

Some really interesting views on here that Skoda need to listen to. Lots of us love our Mk3 but I think the main message is we want them to stay significantly cheaper than more prestige brands. My experience seems to be different to the rest of you, I've upgraded from a dying Nissan to a low spec Mk 3 Octy and feels like I've signed for a premier league club. It's my first serious car and I love it. In terms of the top spec vrs/elegance models, they are creeping up in terms of price. I would say A definite yes to the OPs question however, when it's time to hand back the 1.2 on my drive I'll probably still be looking at the lower end models (simply because my poverty spec doesn't feel anything like poverty spec) For me, it's this area where Skoda as a brand really make sense.

I got mine from trust2k's link as they were much cheaper than what my dealership was offering

Yeah, basic model but suits me!

Will take more pictures tomorrow

Went for an Octavia over a rapid. Really chuffed with my purchase. Only really needed a wife/baby carrying safety mobile rather than anything that will break the sound barrier but after picking up tonight I've just clocked 40 miles down country roads over taking everything. What fun these things are! I'm upgrading from a clapped out Nissan and feel like I'm stepping into a luxury car. Couldn't be happier with my purchase. Cost very little and looks the dogs nuts in black.