Steve8O

Genuine answer is simply because I wanted a full custom setup.

Sounds good, I've always used CarPro CQuartz 3.0 myself. Gave my Scala a fresh 3 stage machine polish with Auto Finesse pro compounds and pads in March just gone followed by CarPro CQuartz for paint, CarPro DLux for wheels plastics and rubbers, and Soft99 Glaco for glass. I've seen a lot of people switching to Gtechniq which is a claimed 5 year protection or even a Titan Reign which is 9 year. But in all honesty I like the process of doing it every 2/3 years so will stick to the CarPro. My Scala is 4.5 years old with 42k miles on the clock and the paint still looks phenomenal so it's obviously doing what it's supposed to. Click here to see my Scala

It's been about 3.5 years since I had it standard so can't really comment. All I remember is that the ride height is ridiculous on the Scala as stock, it is way too high and therefore it rolls a lot in the corners and nose dives under braking. Otherwise the little 1.0tsi 115 is a great engine, reliable, punchy and efficient. Mines done 42k miles since I bought it in March 2020, it's only ever had 99RON in it and still feels as good as ever. And in reality the Scala is a phenomenal family car for the money. Happy to answer any other questions if you have any.

Dabbled with some light painting.

Stunning, nice to see someone showing some real love for their paint.

@SteffLimitless Have you looked at the Racingline big break kit? https://www.racingline.com/performance-brake-kit-polo-gti-aw If you scroll down the page, in the 'Confirmed Applications' list, the Scala 2019+ is listed. I have many parts from Racingline in my Scala and the quality is second to none.

Hi, You will need a set of these; Skoda HU keys There will be 2x Torx25 screws behind top of the screen. Then 2 slots at bottom of screen for the keys to go in and then screen will come right out. Head Unit will be behind screen and will be Torx25 screws again to slide out. I cant remember the colours of cables, but when you connect to them you will need a line output converter. You can try a passive converter like this but when I tried using a passive device like this I could terrible interference from the CANBUS system, whining through speakers with acceleration, and buzzing with indicator and brake lights. So in the final setup I went for a fully active device like this as it will give the best possible signal to your active sub as well as eliminating any interreference to your stock system. Best of luck

Had my Scala for 3.5 years now, I get the Front Assist error every time there is any form of light mist in the weather. That can include very fine rain, fog or indeed mist. All it means is that the detection system to predict an impact and apply the brakes a spilt second quicker than yourself will not be available. It seems to be that the density of the fine water build up or possible humidity causes the sensor to become impaired. Driving for long enough through said weather condition will eventually get the error to clear. A good tip is to use a rinse aid or hydrophobic coating in your car wash routine and this will help water run off the sensor in misty conditions. Regarding the TPMS sensors, the ones fitted to the Scala are simply rolling resistance sensors, not actual pressure sensors. This means they are not incredibly accurate and can vary in performance based on tyre size, driving style, and all sorts. It also means that if all 4 tyres deflate in a uniform fashion the sensors wont pick up on any anomaly in rolling resistance. A tip, good local independent garages will offer free tyre checks especially in the winter, if your tyres are low they will inflate them for free. I get mine done every 3-4months. Hope this helps

The only way to find out how hard this is going to be is to take the interior door card off. Once removed, if the wiring and plug connectors are already there for the speakers then retrofitting them will be a piece of cake. I would assume this is the likely case, as most car manufacturers put complete wiring looms in to all vehicles but them leave out the components based on the trim specification. So if you can get hold of the speakers this is well worth a go. If for some mad reason the wiring and connectors aren't in the door card then this will be an extremely time consuming and some-what difficult job.

I see about 1 a day around my part of the country, Leighton Buzzard. Which seems quite a lot compared to the rest of you, but is still very rare given the amount of cars passed on a daily basis. Most seem to be the base S model, an odd SE every so often. I'm the same as a lot of you in that a little bit of me lights up every time I see one, sending out a telepathic 'hey, nice choice' Had mine since March 2020, registered 2 days before lock down 1! Got a cracking deal, as was more normal pre-pandemic. Currently has 27,000 miles on the clock, still drives great, still love it and going to enjoy it for many more years. I'm not sure many of the other drivers would even recognise mine as a Scala now though.

Quick little update New rims! TSW Sebring 19x8.5j with Goodyear Eagle F1 Asym 6 225/35/19 Wanted something as unique as the Scala and really pleased with how they look and sit.

I had Eibachs, lowering 30mm all around, for about 6 months. They were a good spring and gave a much better look and handling to the car. With my setup, the more modifications I did I personally felt as though the dampers went a bit soft with time. Now, that could be the case but it could also be just my perception as I was desiring a stiffer and more sporty ride. Ultimately both Eibach and H&R test their lowering springs with stock dampers and sell them to be used in that manner, it is only when looking at their marketed 'sport' springs that they suggest uprated dampers.

Hi Dave, Just springs will be fine for that look at Eibach or H&R