barnsleyboy

Hi all, I've always replaced like for like tyres on my Superb Sportline (2018) but the amount of tyres I'm getting through with pothole damage is really starting to get to me. Anybody got any recommendations for a decent cheaper replacement to Pirelli 235/40/R19 96W? I'm gonna have to do it gradually as each tyre needs replacing, starting with the rear nearside which was damaged earlier today.

When both of my sons got their own cars, I recommended that they stay away from black box policies. I'm a bit of a stickler for privacy and the erosion of civil liberties. Don't get me started on Ring doorbells and being constantly monitored through your mobile phone!

Ok, re-reading it, the question I should have asked is "can a black box be hacked in the manner that I mentioned?" Didn't want to come all out with the question!

Hi all, There's a cocky little 17 year old down the road wizzing around the place in a car that has a knackered exhaust - you know, the usual stuff, you can hear it coming 10 miles away, backfires as he's decelerating and throwing it into the corners etc. etc. Apparently he's working and saving up to get it fixed (didn't realise how loud it was when he bought it .... yeah, right, that old chestnut!). I flagged him down the other day to talk to him about the speed that he's driving the car at. He was a bit snidey and when I said about the engine noise indicating to me that he's breaking the law, he said he's got a black box fitted so can't break the speed limit. There was something off about the way he said it, almost like he'd got one over on me! Drawing on 40 years of driving experience I've got a sneaky suspicion that him or maybe one of his car mechanic mates has hacked the box so it can be switched into some kind of standby mode which reports back that the car is parked up outside his parents house, or it is jaming the speed reporting. Back in the mid eighties when I took my driving test (before the touchscreen theory test), the examiner asked me how I would be able to tell how fast I was going without looking at the speedometer. The answer: The car revs and the sound. It comes with experience, and my experience is telling me that something is very off about all this. I don't want to know the how to bit, but in theory does anyone on here think my suspicions might be right? A 17 year olds brain is still developing, so risk and consequences are probably not even rattling around in there. If he kills himself that would be a tragedy, if he killed (or maimed) someone else, it would be manslaughter. Any advice please?

Hi all, Anybody had any recent issues with Bristos service department in Ipswich that they'd like to share? Issues like being ripped off, things mysteriously not working after they've worked on your car, being quoted more for a service than they should be? I posted this elsewhere on the site not realising there was a section for Dealer reviews!

Hi everyone. I've been away on a trip over to the Audi darkside for the last 4 years, but now almost ready to push the button on a Sportline+!!! Wow, what a car. I had a mark I superb when they first came out, and a couple of Vrs's, all of which were awesome petrol beasts! Petrol is the only option for me as I don't do the motorway mileage to get the benefit from a diesel. I would love the 280 TFSI, but it's a push on my finances, and it will cost me a fortune in tyres, . The 220 is really my only other option, but talking to Skoda this morning, they are not taking orders for this, which leaves me a bit stuck. Digging a bit deeper, I've been told it's that old engine emissions chestnut, so I'm a bit stuck. Has anybody picked up any snippets of info on this? I'm guessing that this is a temporary pause in production, and that they will resume once the tweaks have been made. I wonder if they will hold off until the face lifted version is released? Any information would be great!! Cheers, Paul.

Thanx chaps, I think I'll give the P1 a try. May need to consult a body shop if they still show!

Very carefully put the roof bars on the Vrs last weekend- wiped the paintwork down before I fixed them on so that there was no grit trapped between the rubber feet and the body. Didn't overtighten them- which on my last car caused some damage to the roof. After a very swift look around the Christmas tree emporium, chose a fine looking specimen which I firmly afixed to the roof bars- ensuring that I didn't drag the metal ratchet across the roof while I was securing it. Hey presto, unloading at the other end I discovered that the tree had picked up some stones on its journey from where it was originally planted, to where it went through the tree wrapping gizmo. You've guessed it, they shook themselves down between the tree and my paint work and made a good job of leaving a scratched roof.... AAAAArrrggghhh! Any recommendations on some off the shelf "jollop" that I could use to rectify the problem? Or should I be looking at one of these mobile chips and scuff repair vans to sort it? Any help gratefully received!!

Many thanks to mjvalentine- printed the pic and took to dealer, work carried out.... hey presto- no whistling. For anybody out there suffering and still in warranty, quote TPI Note 2030299/1 to your dealer. It is definitely on their system.

Mornin' chaps (and chapesses!) Think I have same problem with whistling on my new FL- it's going in to get one of the seat covers changed under warranty on Tuesday- would appreciate any info on what the fix is/ photos etc.so I can get that sorted too! Noise starts at about 75 to 80.

Hi everyone- thanks for all your responses to my dilema. Dealer has ordered new car, my VRs LE is going in on Thursday as part exchange & they will be lending me their VRs demonstrator (diesel) until my new one turns up! Annoying that I'm going to have to wait another X number of weeks for my new car, but I guess it's the best of a bad lot!! Cheers for your input.

The ordering fault actually lies with Skoda- not the dealership. They ordered it correctly, it was built incorrectly (all the other options are as I asked for). The problem is my balloon payment is due in a weeks time as are the road tax & mot on my current vrs & I really don't want to wait 10-12 weeks for a re-build. Mike, Interesting point raised about the production codes though! Just a thought, the Limited Edition VRs were shipped over without interiors & the leather was retrofitted in this country -I haven't had any issues with mine (no. 115- should really have posted that one!), so as long as I make sure that the workmanship on the new one is ok! Might see if I can meet the guys who are going to fit the interior to get a bit more comfort in their abilities- if it's 2 spotty YTS lads in hoodies I may change my opinion!!!

Hi guys, Thanks for all your comments. Had call from dealer today, they have located another car with the black alcantara, which they will be delivering to the dealership next week. The plan is to switch the interiors. I have expressed concerns that this is not being carried out in a factory environment - the salesman has assured me that it is a straightforward job which will be carried out by 2 of their more experienced technicians. Rest assured I will be all over the car like a rash once the work has been completed & will reject the car if I am not happy with the workmanship!

Unfortunately it's not just the covers it's all of the seats, the door panels, steering wheel, handbrake, gear stick gaiter, central arm rest etc. The alcantara is trimmed with red stitching- I've seen pictures & it looks really smart!! Thanks for the swift response guys, dealer is calling me tomorrow to try to resolve. I'll let you know the outcome!

AAAAaaaaarrrgghhhh!!!! Hi everyone- been registered for ages, but 1st post! Major problem with new car, went to pick it up today & interior is the wrong colour- ordered black alcantara & it arrived in standard light grey. Has anybody had this happen & if so how did it get resolved? Majorly fed up- not dealers fault, Skoda QA system appears to have gone horribly wrong! Any suggestions gretfully accepted!