There has been no mention of the bad road kit here, but that's not surprising. The dealers here don't even sell manual cars (every Ausi/VW/skoda they sell is DSG/auto).

Do you know if there are any rhd/lhd restrictions on these options?

Once I know what is available for 2013 I will hit them with a spec and see if they can order it. The don't even know if they can order a manual gearbox because they've never had to do it. If they can't then I might have to private import, or worse, buy a hyundai.

My nearest dealer (not very near) has also heard noises about the all-drive. He is making enquiries for me.

Here she is:-

http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/news/autoexpressnews/284182/skoda_superb_estate_outdoor.html

Look OK but I don't really see why you would want one without the extra practical ride height?

Here she is:-

http://www.autoexpre...te_outdoor.html

Look OK but I don't really see why you would want one without the extra practical ride height?

The "outdoor" is a styling pack. The "rough road package" gets you the extra 20mm ride height and underbody protection.

It appears the Alldrive car has both of these. But whether the UK will get that option is unclear.