GordoGT

2024-06-17T11:33:48Z

14 hours ago, petrolcan said:

Do you have evidence to back that 'weak' statement up?

FTR, I had my timing belt/water pump changed at the end of April at 126k miles and they were original.

Attached...

I didn't find out about this VAG policy until the very day my Cambelt & Water pump were in the process of being replaced.... Typical!

At least I now have peace of mind - to compliment my empty wallet 😆

Cam Belt Guidance change (1).pdf

2024-06-16T19:14:25Z

On 14/06/2024 at 23:50, Cyclone said:

Thanks for sharing the tread, it is very interesting and informative.

So far all the Superbs I have been looking at either have 18" or 19" wheels. Mostly L&Ks or Sportlines have 19" wheels.

From information available in the thread you shared, it seems that there is no optimum space saver wheel as standard from Skoda so ideally one should consider having a proper spare wheel I believe.

If the car I purchase come with 18" wheels then I would prefer to have an 18" space saver but based on the information available in the thread it seems that it would not be safe in any axle.

To be honest, most Superbs WILL come with either18" or 19" wheels. 17" wheels are the exception, and come fitted as standard to the Greenlines (like mine), and maybe a few other models... In my honest opinion 17" wheels on a car of this size might ride nicely, but they look like Toy wheels, especially as they're either only 6.5J or 7J wide. From a side view they look Ridiculous (IMO).

RE: My early on comment about 'Full Sized Spare wheel' . There has been a lot mention about having the correct size to allow ACC to work etc.

That is not really a major concern for me. So long as my spare is full-sized (i.e. not a space saver) then all is is fine for me. I don't need it to drive me any big distances, just far enough to get me moving, home, or just out of the way in the event of a tyre blow out in the middle of no-where on a dark night. (Been there, done that). M25 Watford stretch, and A33 Stratfield Turgis. Never again.

Friday at 09:10

Hi there.

Although I cannot comment about the Battery drain. Could I/we please ask..

1) What sort of Mileage you do daily/weekly? Are they Short, around trips or longer A road/Motorway blasts?

2) Can you can recall how frequently the DPF regens are taking place?

3) When your garage ran diagnostics did they report back on what the DPF Soot levels were/ are?

This looks like a related issue from many years ago, although we cannot see what the resolution was

Thanks

9 June

5 hours ago, MarkyG82 said:

For cars this age road tax is all the same (currently £190) unless over £40k original list price which adds the luxury car tax (currently £410 per year extra).

Thanks for correcting me. Appreciated 👍

9 June

Hello and welcome.

There are 2 good comments and suggestions above mine..

From the choice of cars which you've listed I'd personally go for the L&K if your budget can stretch. The level of extra toys is just fantastic, not least the DCC suspension which is really good, especially on the 19" wheels. (If fitted).

You didn't specify whether you prefer the 150bhp, or 190bhp diesel so it might be an idea to drive both if available. The 150 is more linear (imo), whereas the 190 really flies once that bigger turbo spools up. Also, slightly different road tax brackets.... NOPE. THEY'RE THE SAME!

As far as I know the 190s also come with 19" wheels standard. Not everyone likes the ride of these wheels, so this is where the DCC help a lot.

Do you prefer manual or DSG? If DSG check for the vital services every 40k for the 6 speed. This is Not the case for the 7 speed.

Timing belt? A car of the age range, and mileage which you've specified I'd say shouldn't have needed one. Skoda recently changed their policy. If it has been changed already then all good .

Silica bag in coolant tank: if the silica bag is still present have it removed..Mine has burst in the past and clogged my heater matrix. One telltale sign is coolant which looks like Tea 😕.

Spare Wheel: Does the car come with an inflation kit or a 'proper' spare wheel?

I'm sure others will mention some additional items, but check the above, pour over the (most likely electronic) service history in detail.

Test drive and check the car over thoroughly, panel by panel. Maybe have someone scan the faults for you.

Car should have 2, preferably 3 keys and handbooks.

Hope this war and peace helps.

8 June

Hi.

Not sure if you have a replacement yet. Nor where you are in the country, but might be worth messaging this guy. (Even though 4 alloys is massive overkill, I agree). HTH

https://www.gumtree.com/p/cars-vans-motorbikes/skoda-alloy-wheels/1480656324?utm_source=salesforce&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Favourite&utm_content=price_drop_favourited

30 May

1 hour ago, numskull said:

😳 It could be the Greenline gets the B&W version - just another guess.
We like long-boring stories so why didn’t you keep the L&K? Or the other one for that matter?!

I'm sure my stories would have other forum members falling asleep in no time.

I'll PM you with the details later this evening though..

Thanks ☺️

30 May

5 hours ago, numskull said:

I’m guessing on SEL and above. L&K gets a sort-of colour display.

Thanks for your reply numskull. .. That's what I thought too, but what I can say is that I've owned 3 x Superb 3s in the last 3 months. 2 X SE-Ls and 1 x L&K.. (long story)...

All are/were 2016 cars, (Although I need to confirm the actual Manufacture year).

The 2 x SE-Ls = White Only display.

The L&K = Red and White Display.

To top this all off. I had a 2017 Facelift Octavia SE-L. and that had a Red and white display too...

Really confused, but thanks for getting back to me.

29 May

Hi all.

I have a question for you please?

This might seem like a silly question, and has almost certainly been asked before, but here it is again...

Re: The 2 Maxidot displays below, can anybody tell me which feature, function, module, or build difference enables the red and white Car display, as opposed to the all white one?

Thanks in advance.

29 April

Hi all.

Just Resurrecting this thread as I'm about to pull the trigger on a used Match 5.4 Mk1 Minus the looms.

Apart from the Loom which comes with the kit, could any of you advise which loom you purchased in order to plug n play with the Skoda/VAG?

Any pics which you might have taken during your install will be gratefully received.

Thanks in advance.

29 April

22 minutes ago, Ootohere said:

It would have to be referring to 1.6 TDI,s if the person being told by someone that knows anything that it is 140,000 miles because the TPI is 180,000 miles.

Many thanks for the above Ootohere. I'm feeling a bit miffed now as I'd very recently booked my 100K 1.6TDi in for a Timing Belt replacement at my local independent. They never mentioned this new policy to me 😢

Overkill for sure, but I tend to do it for peace of mind with all new (second hand) cars which I buy.

Guess I should have dived into this forum more beforehand...

29 April

Hi all.

Does that (recent)? statement of 140K miles for Timing Belt replacement interval refer to Just Petrol, or both Petrol and Diesel?

I can see that Ootohere has asked the same question...

The TDi Timing Belt also drives the Water pump, whereas with the 1.4 & 1.5 TSi the Timing belt is separate from the Water pump.

Might this have anything to do with this new statement or is it irrelevant?

29 April

Hi OP. Just out of interest, how did you get on with the re-map?

25 April

Carlston. That is very very informative. Thanks so much for taking the time to post such a detailed response. I really appreciate it.

24 April

Hi all.

I've just embarked on a 2016 Superb Greenline 3 Journey.

Now. I know that the Greenline models sit lower than the SE-Ls - the Ride is ok for me, but too low, so I'd like to change the suspension out for SE-Ls.

Preferably just springs alone, but if needs be, then the whole lot.

I have some questions please. I'd really appreciate in advance if anyone can help?

1. Do the Greenline's also have different, (shorter travel) shocks, or is the difference springs only?

2. Would anyone be able to provide part numbers for Greenline Shocks n springs please? (Estate).

3. Would anyone be able to provide part numbers for SE-L Shocks n springs please? (Estate).

Oh.. Any my VIN is: TMBKG7NP2H7037363. (Estate).

Engine is the Super powerful 1.6 DCZA Engine 😆.

Thanks.

21 April

Ah.

This is a subject very close to my heart.

I had a similar experience 2-3 years ago. Hit what I thought was a pothole in the dark. Turned out when I doubled back and waited for daylight to arrive a very short time afterwards (after having swapped out the offending wheel for the spare), that it was a sunken manhole cover I'd hit.

I parked up and took several pictures of the street location, GPS coordinates, road layout, offending manhole etc, plus the physical damage to 1 wrecked tyre, and mangled alloy wheel...

I then tracked down the council responsible for that stretch of highway. Went on their Website and filled in an on-line vehicle damage claims form, detailing my incident and the indicated cost of repairs in the form of quotes. ( In my case 1 x knackered tyre, 1 x mangled Alloy, new wishbone, suspension alignment, and labour charges.

What I received back from the council was a dismissive, (default) email quoting chapter & verse, the Highways act Section xyz and how they maintain their section of the public highway.

I decided to dig my heels in out of principle and submitted a freedom of information request relating to when the offending manhole was last inspected AND for details of any other pothole claims made for that same manhole cover on that particular day....

Their 2nd response? Very different.. This time they pointed out that they would agree to pay my costs in this instance, but that this was in no way and admission of negligence on their part for the upkeep of the highway.... Now there's a thing...

Sometimes perseverance and bloody mindedness does pay off. Just be prepared to dig your heels in.

I hope this long, and maybe boring message helps someone else 😊

16 April

2 hours ago, J.R. said:

What if the car was priced accordingly? It does not sound like the seller was trying to hide anything so why should he be expected to pay the next owners running costs?

When people try that with me it is the end of the negotiations and I politely explain that my vehicle is not for them, it is often followed by a "Wot, ain't my money good enuff for yer?" to which I respond once again politely in the affirmative.

I think we'll have to agree to disagree here.

I didn't suggest for one minute that the owner was trying to hide anything. Suggest you read my comment again carefully..

What If the car was priced accordingly? Granted, that could well be the case, but if it is, please point me to where the OP says this?

lets put it this way. If you're happy buying a car which looked like it 'might' 'possibly' need a considerable spend on it at some point soon without a price adjustment, then fine, good for you. What works for you doesn't necessarily work for me. We're all different, so each to their own.

15 April

Hi there.

Quick question. We know what your mileage is, but what year is your car please? (Edit. Just seen.... 2020).

Personally. Given the chilling response which your seller gave, I'd look to replace ASAP.

This might sound academic now, as you've already bought the car, but seeing as the previous owner has had a bad experience in the past, did it not occur to him/her to replace the Timing belt rather than present the new owner with a (potential) ticking timebomb?

One final thing... Please, please tell us that you managed to negotiate the purchase price down by a suitable amount to help cover the £600+ bill.

Sorry I cant help with a Liverpool based specialist but I'd be really interested to hear how you got on...

I've just been through the exact same thing myself . In my case the water pump just let go, which served as a timely warning to get both cambelt and WP done - this week!

12 April

On 14/03/2024 at 09:28, laurusbaurus said:

I'm in the market for a used Skoda Superb Estate. Aiming to spend less than £10k. Most of the examples I've found so far with the spec I want (e.g. leather seats, front&rear sensors) are from 2015 and 2016. I've seen several comments here from folks wary of the first couple years of the MK III and it would be better to get a 2017+. Is this a legitimate concern? Any 2015 and 2016 owners here to weigh in on how their cars are running these days?

As an example of what I'm looking at, this 2015 4x4 L&K 2.0 TDI checks the boxes of what I want. Just concerned about the age.

https://www.gcsthrapston.co.uk/used-skoda-superb-thrapston-northamptonshire-5750767

I'll be doing some runs between Italy and the UK with this car and I want something I can rely on.

HI OP. Just interested. Did you buy the car in the end? Thanks

31 March

On 12/03/2024 at 19:13, ApertureS said:

Also call me crazy.... but I have priced up and checked out the viability in the future of retrofitting a panoramic roof (Seen as i need the roof painted anyway, why not replace it!)

Errr. What! Thats the first time I've ever heard of this.

At the beginning of this thread I just thought that you were extremely enthusiastic, but now... I'm inclined to agree. You are crazy, but in a good way though 😁.

27 March

Bumpage. Happy to entertain reasonable offers 😊.

16 March

Make & Model: 2016 Skoda Superb Mk3 SE L TDi 190 Hatch

Colour: White

Mileage: 66,600 (will rise as it's being driven several times per Week).

Price: £9,500 ONO

Description: Hi all. This Skoda has been a great, very reliable car, but I’m now in need of an estate once again hence the reason for sale.

This car has all of the standard SEL Features, namely electric windows, mirrors, climate control. Columbus head unit, Leather/Alcantara interior with electric heated front seats, driver's memory seat, 3 zone climate control, foot well lights, electric boot, adaptive cruise control, Xenon headlights, DRLs, TPMS, multi-function steering wheel, Maxidot display etc.

In addition this car also has 360 front & rear parking sensors, Self-Park, Lane assist and Blind spot mirrors.

19” wheels and a Full-sized spare which looks to be unused. It has been an excellent car which has been totally reliable and way more fuel efficient than I expected. Road Tax is Currently £35 Per Year and it is an Ad-Blue Model. Car has 2 Keys and has had 3 previous owners.

Condition: Excellent Bodywork. No damage to seats etc. Mechanically very good

Some points worth mentioning

1 Small paint chip on the rear Bumper.

2 The well documented DSG Lever position warning comes up very intermittently.

(I have bought the replacement Micro-switch assembly which I have not had time to fit. Will give to the new owner FOC).

3 A small Windscreen chip occurred this week ☹ I will check to see whether this can be repaired.

Service History/Receipts/Recent Service work:
Prior to my Ownership all servicing was carried out by Skoda, from 2016 to 2023.

I have a copy Printout is present to verify this which I got from my local Skoda Dealership.

From 2023 to Present all servicing was carried out by my local VAG specialist. This includes the all- important DSG Service @ 40K and and a recent Timing Belt/Water pump replacement also. I have the receipts for all of this work and this work has been recorded online also.

For any interest of further info please message me. Thanks for looking.

Collection: Yes - located in London E4 reasonably close to close to A406 or M25 J25, 26 or @ Work in Basingstoke.

Pictures:

3 March

This thread is yet another epic Superb 3V build thread.

Absolutely brilliant content and commentary so far.

21 February

37 minutes ago, AGFalco said:

See Above.

Thanks very much Thud and special thanks to Breezy Pete. You're both a great help 😀.

Plus AGFalco: You guys are the best!

21 February

Thanks very much Thud and special thanks to Breezy Pete. You're both a great help 😀.

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