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Anyone got any more news on the 2021 Octavia Scout for the UK?

I forgot to update - it was actually both bulbs blown at the same time! I can't see that being a coincidence - may one blowing triggered the other? Either way, both replaced - issue sorted.

Roper98 - I have exactly the same issue. Haven't looked as to why yet. Was it both bulbs, a fuse or something else? Ta.

I'd check you have room in the fuse box to actually fit the hard wiring loom - I bought a Nextbase one to match my Nextbase dashcam (as I have done for my other cars) but after an hour or so of trying various fuses / configurations failed miserably to be able to actually close the fusebox lid with it connected (and I wasn't prepared to modify / cut the lid to make it fit). The fusebox is tiny compared to the 3 other cars I've hardwired. In the end I've simply left it 'permanently' plugged into the 12v socket and returned the hard wire kit.

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Rainsport 3s, as highlighted above. Great in the wet, fine in the dry and great value for money

What is the speed and load rating of the tyres please? Thanks.

I've owned pre-f/l diesel Scout (PD engine) for 4 years and have had a f/l petrol Scout for the last 2 years. I have to provide a caveat that I've not driven the CR engine, which we all know to be quieter than the PD. I decided on the petrol as I wanted to be secure in the knowledge that, if I kept it for 5 years or longer, I would not have the DPF or timing belt issues to worry about. It's definitely quicker (through the gears) and much, MUCH quieter / smoother too, though fuel economy is inevitably a good deal different at around 32 MPG average (though I only got 41 MPG in the PD diesel). If you do 15k miles a year AND plan to keep it for no longer than 4 years it's a no brainer - diesel. If you do less than 10k miles a year AND plan to keep it a long time it's a no brainer - petrol. Anywhere in between - as you are at 14k - I'd suggest you carry on your research and try to drive both and let that decide. To be honest, you can't go too wrong either way - petrol or diesel - if you find the right car for you in the right spec. I'm very, very happy with my choice of 1.8 TSI this time around though.

Does anyone know whether it is possible to fit R17 VRS wheels to the Scout for the winter - but with the standard Scout size 225/50 tyres rather than the VRS OEM 225/45 tyres? Is the wheel width / offset okay? Thanks in anticipation...

http://www.skoda.co.uk/GBR/Documents/brochure_citigo.pdf

How much extra was the insurance?

Waiting for mine at the moment - did they come through the post or go direct to the dealer?

Just 3.5 weeks for delivery for me! Should definitely be here this year.

Any more news on whether Amundsens are being installed as direct replacements for the Bolero still? My Scout was built week 40 and due for collection next week....!

+1 - I'm planning the purchase of steelies and trims for my new (replacement) scout too. Currently that looks like a mytyres order of fitted steel wheels plus the 'skoda shop' for the trims.

Great news Speedy - when did you order? Mine is showing week 40 (October) the last time I asked last week...! When you've settled down a bit could we have some photos!

Ordered at the end of March too and have just been given an unconfirmed build date of... WEEK 40! That's the first week in October! Arrrghhhh.

Single pipe will be for the 140CR only.

Add to that a single exhaust for diesels rather than twin pipes; and some very minor changes to the instrument panel icons.

Been told today that our original choice - the new Steel Grey for the 2012MY - won't be available to even order until wk28 - so to replace our 2007 diamond silver you have just confirmed our close second: BLACK MAGIC. Thank you!

Nope, I hadn't but you're absolutely right - I guess that about sums it up!

I thought that to begin with but it's definitely a new engine...! It's advertised as such and has a separate entry on the performance section of the Skoda website (I've added the link to my original post).

You may have seen that Skoda have launched a new SE Plus trim for the range, including the Octavia. Looks good value, though the new, more restrictive 5% vat offer takes the gloss off it for new customers. My link My question is: why the new 152PS rated 1.8 TSI engine available exclusively in the SE Plus? Is it to trial a new version of the engine prior to the brand new Octavia fom 2012/2013 (and for other models)? Is it to differentiate from the more expensive Elegance / Scout etc? It's all the more confusing as, looking at the performance specifications on the Skoda website, there appear to be very few differences other than the power rating: torque is the same as the existing 160PS engine, CO2 and fuel economy does not change, acceleration is the same and weight is unaffected. Only the maximum speed is different: it reduces from 139 to 135mph (for the hatch). The comparison on the Skoda website uses different terminology for some of the detail description. My link For example: 1.8 TSI 160 PS (different wording highlighted in bold) Clutch Hydraulically-activated single-plate dry clutch with diaphragm spring, asbestos-free coating Suspension McPherson axle with bottom triangular control arms and independent multi-link suspension with one longitudinal and two cross arms torsion stabiliser Braking system Hydraulic dual curcuit brake system with diagonal interconnection, vacuum assisted dual rate brake booster Front brakes Disc brakes, with hollow discs, internal cooling and single-piston floating caliper Rear brakes Disc brakes with full discs and single-piston floating calipers Handbrake Mechanical handbrake operating on rear wheels Steering Direct rack and pinion steering with electronic with electrohydraulic power steering WHEREAS 1.8 TSI 152PS Clutch hydraulic single dry clutch disc with membrane spring, asbestos free Suspension McPherson suspension with lower triangular links and torsion stabiliser/multi-element axle, with one longitudinal and three transverse links, with torsion stabiliser. Braking system Hydraulic dual diagonal circuit braking system vacuum assisted with Dual Rate system Front brakes Disc brakes with inner cooling, with single/piston floating caliper Rear brakes Disc brakes Handbrake Mechanical handbrake operating on rear wheels Steering Direct rack and pinion steering with electromechanical power steering Is the different wording meaningless (i.e. for the clutch, the word 'diaphragm' replaced by 'membrane')? Or are there some other detail changes? ANY THOUGHTS???

£467.56 for FOUR.

Did the same and went for the Rainsports. I guess you have to take into account the difference between worn / new but whilst I haven't noticed a step change in performance they do seem grippy and comfortable, though not whisper quiet. Best bit: they are by some distance the cheapest option - had mine done at home by Event Tyres. The tread pattern is interesting / attractive, if that means anything (!) and in the wet they are unflappable. No regrets.