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Just a quick update, for anybody that has helped me here and may be interested. I went for a 2017 Volvo V40 T5. As new, mint inside and out with only 21k on the clock. The leather seats look like they haven't been sat on. Cheaper insurance than the Fabia vRS too, which surprised me, given the larger engine, all wheel drive and 245bhp. Thanks again to everyone.

Just sold it. Thanks everyone for the advice over the past few weeks. Really appreciate it.

I rushed into this purchase. But the test drive made me weak at the knees. It's so much fun, really quick, and there's plenty of room for my fishing tackle. I turned 51 years old a couple of days ago. I want to be wrapped in leather and luxury. So, I'm looking at a BMW 430d, 435d, or an Audi S3. Maybe a Mazda 3 or 6 or maybe a Volvo V40. I'm fortunate that I'm in a position to buy whatever I like without selling the Fabia, but I don't really want to own two cars. I've spent over a grand on my vRS since I bought it in April. £480 on Michelin Pilot Sport 5 tyres, £300 on new wishbones and £300 on a new drivers seat belt(fitted by Skoda Stockport). It's for sale on ebay for £5575. I'll be losing a few quid as I'm into it for £5700. But that's ok. I'll happily accept £5500.

Ah yeah, I know the movie. Attention span and distraction have hit again. I'm now looking at an Audi S3. I really appreciate all the advice I've had here.

I don't get the reference. What do you mean?

Thank you

This is a complete 180, but I may be selling my vRS as the aforementioned BMW 435d is now a distinct possibility, and I don't need two vehicles. Is Autotrader the best bet or is there something more specialised?

The remaps were done (to Stage 1) by a company in Stockport. A larger intercooler and cat-back exhaust have been fitted.

Thanks all for the input. Most, if not all of these recent comments, go way over my head. Should I just go with RTMG? I sent them a message yesterday and am looking forward to their reply.

I absolutely could do that. I've been looking at a BMW 435d. Super quick, lovely looking and a nice place to be. But that's not the point with this vRS. It's a toy. A bit of a project. Something to have a bit of fun with. I could chuck 20 grand at the BMW and job done. I could also throw a few grand at the Fabia and have a laugh.

Thank you. Will give them a call.

Any advice on a turbo upgrade for my mk2 Fabia 1.4 vRS? Do I have any options? Engine and DSG have both had a remap. Can the turbo and/or supercharger be upgraded? What's the next upgrade step? Thanks.

To be fair, Mick, it looks like I will be spending over a grand. I will be buying this for the suspension - https://www.dpmperformance.co.uk/car-parts/skoda/fabia/st-30mm-springs-shocks-suspension-kitfabia-5j-20102015-14tsi-vrs And I also want some new wheels. Looking at these - https://www.lkperformance.co.uk/wheels/romac/15650-venom-black-with-polished-face?vehicle=1201&inventory_id=1021705 It may still be a harsh ride but I'm all in now. Going to keep this vRS and make it mint. Are there any wheels that you'd recommend?

Hi Damian, Thank you for your time. I'm happy to go for the ST 30mm suspension kit. I'll be in touch in the next day or two. Thanks again.

There are a couple of things that have been done that I would not have done. 1. Lowered too much. I will fix this. 2. Obnoxious cat-back exhaust. Too noisy. I'm 50 years old, not 20. Has to go. The good news is, I will rectify these poor "upgrade" choices and sort the motor. I really enjoy this vRS and am happy to spend a few quid to make it right for me. Probably won't get it back if and when I sell it. But who cares. I'm going to make this a great car.