Jimmy

I went in there a few weeks ago as I was thinking about returning to Skoda ownership and wanted a good look at the Octy vRS. I rolled up in the S2000 but the staff couldn't have been more inept or dis-interested. They weren't interested in discussing a test drive as they didn't have a petrol one and had no idea when they'd get one in. Basically they couldn't be arsed even though I was a genuine buyer prepared to spend nigh on £20k. ******************** As for me I ended up buying a Ford!!!

Unfortunately it happens to the best of us..... I got 'stung' the same recently on an Audi A4 TDi that had full Audi service history. The car had 55k miles and the service book stated that the cambelt was due at 80k miles. We purchased the car but then out of curiosity did some more digging and realised that the cambelt should be changed at 60k miles!! It was only then that I called the dealer that had performed the last service and they actually told me that they had advised that the cambelt should be changed as part of the last service but the previous owner (knowing the car was going) declined to get the work done. Hey ho.... only

I've just paid

Did the garage supply and fit the shocks? If so don't you have some sort of guarantee (12 mths / 12k miles or similar)

Cheers fellas..... Must admit I quite like the Mazda MPS and the ST220. The latter can be had for sub 10k so that would free up some cash to drop a 1.8T into the Mk2 and have some fun

Bill, take a chill pill fella

Although I love my S2000 to bits the simple fact is I think I need something more 'practical' so I need to re-consider my current transport arrangements.

I sympathise. I bought Octy #1 in black magic and vowed NEVER to get another black car due to the hassle keeping it clean. Then I spotted Octy #2 in black magic so bought that. When I came to sell that I vowed NEVER EVER to get another black car...... Now I've got the S2000 in..........erm........... BLACK!!!

Xav If you're flying from East Midlands get in touch with the Hilton. They do deals on overnight accomodation (the night before you fly for example) and transport to / from the airport plus you can park your car in the hotel carpark for the duration. Ok so it's not as good as someones driveway for eaxmple but maybe worth a thought and we're planning on doing the same this year....

Nope. It'll only be Cat C or cat D if written off by the ins co.

Well I've had 2 of them and they were faultless..... I'd have another tomorrow if circumstances changed

Aye that's the fella.... not the best winter car on the market I'll be honest

Alright fellas..... I've been round and about and round a few roundabouts (sometimes sideways). Not got a skoda anymore but still sneak a cheeky glance everytime I see an Octy vRS.... The mk2 has grown on me too.

Wow... not been on here in a while. A little thing at the top of the screen told me I had to post so here it is. Hope alls well in Skoda'dom Any of the original crew still posting regularly?

Cheers guys although I'm sure it's now long gone the journey. Shame though as it was a nice car...... Police had said that older models are being targetted more now due to newer models being harder to nick (no consolation to Mr G though) Anyway, it's only a car at the end of the day but it's still a right **** sorting it all out.

Utter *******..... Bring back the birch, stocks etc.

My Dads retired but has been doing some part time work in the North West this week. He rang me earlier to tell me that his car has been nicked from the hotel carpark :eek: Never mind the buggeration factor of sorting it all out but he's had the car from new (1994) and is absolutely gutted. I suppose it's long gone now and probably burnt out somewhere but the sad fact is the car was worth far more to him than it's actual monetary value. Unless it's found in one piece which is highly unlikely he's going to be well out of pocket :( If anyone lives round the Ellesemere Port area keep an eye out for a metallic grey Volvo 850 T-5 saloon reg L368 JHN........What a bunch of bar stewards eh??

Personally I never offer a job to someone if they have a **** car or it's dirty no matter how good they are at the job.........

Thanks for all the replies fellas..... I'll try and boot from the XP CD and do a repair as suggested and see what happens. I think it might have something to do with the fact the kids have been using the PC recently and have a nasty habit of pressing the off button as opposed to shutting down properly. Will have to smack there hands - again.

Nope. How do I do that?

Houston we have a problem......!!! I turn the computer on and get the windows XP screen with the scrolling status indicator as usual. However, I then get a black screen with

Good link that Basically the car will rev to a 9000 rpm red line. The power delivery is relatively linear up until the changeover point at c.6k rpm when the cam profile changes and your into full VTEC. The kick is very addictive and the noise is awesome especially with the airbox lid off

Q, I was in the same position a few months ago albeit with a budget slightly less than yours. Plumped for the S2000 in the end and haven't looked back. You can have some VTEC action when it suits but the car is really nice to drive even over long distances with the roof down so best of both worlds..... If you need some buying advice let me know

I must admit I damaged one of the rear ones about 4 days after putting them on now I was absolutely gutted....... Aye still got the S2000 but was thinking about another Octy for the Mrs to use. More reliable than the Audi!!! Glad your enjoying it anyway Apologies for going OT. Either 17" or 18" will fit fine on the estate with no problems in a vain attempt to bring back OT......

BooHoo the memories...... :weeping: In fact I'm half thinking about getting another one How dare you damage my wheels Joby.......