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Mine came without a manual too. Popped into the dealer to see if they'd got any spare and the director told them to take one out of another one and give it to me :-)

I think the recent change to the grille / headlamps freshens the look up a bit (just as the midlife facelift to the Mk1 did). Still not quite as "classic", or "elegant" (or indeed "ambiente") a look as the Mk1, though. Might consider one next time (in however many years time that is), especially as the supermini-estate sector isn't the most crowded. Not such a no-brainer as buying my Mk1 was, though.

I've always thought it a little daft that it's not possible to turn JUST the rear fogs on, but it IS possible to turn just the front fogs on.

Thanks for that.

Hi all On Wednesday I locked driver side door mirrors with another car whilst squeezing past a van. Not enough room. Other driver's right of way, my error, no complaint. The other driver's mirror was undamaged and not wanting the hassle of dealing with insurance he just decided to leave it at that rather than swap details etc My mirror basically destroyed. It was body coloured, electric and heated. A couple of questions: 1) Is it likely to cost more to get it replaced myself or to go through insurance? I had a claim for a skid on the ice in January (which was my first ever in several years) so my no claims bonus will be pretty much wiped out by making a second claim. About how much would I be looking at if I went directly? 2) If I choose not to make a claim am I obliged to inform the insurance company and would the repair centre do so if I didn't? If I informed the insurance company, but did not claim would this have a similar impact on my premium to that of making a claim? I don't believe the other driver is likely to change his mind (and didn't appear to be scrutinising my vehicle's details), but could I get into trouble for non-disclosure if he does? 3) Is it legal to drive my car (at least to the repair centre - I don't intend using it for usual business until it's sorted). Cheers

The owner's manual advises switching on except in a few specified instances. Would you agree, or is it just for situations where you might anticipate grip difficulties? Any impact on mpg? Thanks

Red 1.9 TDi ambiente estate arrives next week:-). My old Felicia, meanwhile, retires hurt (hit in the rear, written off) on 113.8k.

Might be getting a Fabia, poss estate (see threads passim). Quick question, do the roof rails fitted to the estate with Elegance trim compromise the aerodynamics and hence performance economy? (Obviously they would when being used, question is whether they do when not being used.) Ta

Weighing up petrol v diesel for my next car and probably going diesel for the 1st time (esp if I go for a Fabia). Slight concern over diesel price hikes or even shortages over the next few years as increased diesel demand relative to petrol is not met by production (refining capacity constraints and the nature of crude oil and simple supply vs demand). Anyone have any thoughts on whether this is likely to be a major issue for UK drivers in the next 5 years or so (the length of time I'd budget to keep this car). This is not meant to be a thread about absolute prices, taxation etc. btw

Thanks, will let you know what I get.

Was considering a Fabia estate (probably a 1.9 tdi if budget stretches) as reluctantly concluded hatch might be a bit small luggage-wise (need at least as much space as in my venerable Felicia hatch). Does the estate involve noticeable or significant compromise on performance / economy vv the hatch? Alternatively, feel free to persuade me the hatch is roomy enough

Is it simple to fit a new stereo to a Fabia originally fitted with a radio/cassette unit?

Thanks all

Apologies if either or both of these appeared on previous threads.... Currently have a Felicia and looking to get a Fabia as next model. Read usual reviews and ruled out 2.0 petrol and old 8v. Usage pattern makes petrol / diesel equation not 100% obvious either way 2 qs: 1) Real world mpg will never match published figures, but any anecdotal evidence that some come closer than others (in order to better compare). 2) Heard via another VAG forum about timing chain slippage on 1.2 engines. Has this been a problem with 1.2 Fabias? Has there been a fix or ar later models just as likely to suffer? Thanks

Autotrader - Skoda Felicia Hatchback 5-Dr 2.8 VR6 200 BHP Scary........