just bought wifey a roomy

[Wakey]

We were just sniffing around the local stealership and despite seeing them millions of times on the road we took a lossr look at the odd ball roomster. We were astounded by the ease of entry for the rear seats.

One of our children has cerebral palsy and is unable to climb in by himself. The low bench seat that is unhindered by the rear arch.

Anyway ws bought one and should collect tomorrow. Happy days.

We are soon to be proud owners of two skoda cars.

Obviously we are now officially old!

Edited 24 May, 2015 by Wakey

[Immelmann]

Dont have to be old to own a Roomster. Love ours to bits, ours is the 86bhp 1.2 TSi.

Which have you bought?

[Jonny5ive]

Welcome to the club.

[malcster]

Welcome to the more civilised message board

[Jonny5ive]

Welcome to the more civilised message board

[Wakey]

Thanks for the welcome

 

We bought a pre reg 'black edition' with 47 miles on the clock so virtually new I guess

 

I think they all have the same engine/spec. Engine feels quite punchy which is surprising.

[malcster]

Nice ride mate

What wind deflectors are they BTW

[Jonny5ive]

Nice ride mate

What wind deflectors are they BTW

Thank you.

Wind deflectors are Team HEKO from eBay with love!

[faradaycage]

We were just sniffing around the local stealership and despite seeing them millions of times on the road we took a lossr look at the odd ball roomster. We were astounded by the ease of entry for the rear seats.

One of our children has cerebral palsy and is unable to climb in by himself. The low bench seat that is unhindered by the rear arch.

Anyway ws bought one and should collect tomorrow. Happy days.

We are soon to be proud owners of two skoda cars.

Obviously we are now officially old!

In a lot of Eurozone and other international markets they are bought just as much by the trendy mountainbiker outdoorsy types as they are by families and older drivers.They are great cars,you'll love yours....i prromise you :|

[Wakey]

Well it's the wife's car so I'm sure she will like it.

 

She has a BMW X1 at the moment so that will be going soonish as we've had it 3 years. Never really been that impressed tbh

[bluecar1]

the load space is where the roomy comes into it's own. being able to take seats out etc

 

but the height of the rear seats and the amount the rear doors open make getting less mobile people in / out far easier, and easier loading of stuff

 

kids love it as well as the rear seats are a bit higher so they have a better view than a std car

 

it is a very practical car,

 

but the looks are a bit marmite (love it / hate it)

 

only reason I no longer have mine is I used the rear of a Renault to stop one day :(

Edited 25 May, 2015 by bluecar1

[NZ100]

I thought it was brilliant the first time I saw it. I had to get a car that had a lot of boot space for my R/C car racing and one the wife could drive. It's more than practical for us. The only thing recently that I have been doing, I've been on a bit of a mission to find some seats that are a bit more comfortable(I suffer with upper and lower back pain) have some Seat Leon Cupra R seats in at the moment. Apart from that, cars a good un. :clap:

[Wakey]

Just about to arrive at the stealership to collect. Ill post up a pic shortly

[Immelmann]

Looking forward to seeing the pics and hearing what you think of it.

I stuck roof rails, body side moulds, bumper tailgate protector and wind deflectors on mine. Got to say the rails and side moulds made a huge difference to its looks.

[NZ100]

Sunday at the Fest.

[Wakey]

Yeah that does look good with the bits on. Very nice indeed

 

I have already bought the stick on rubber bumper strip as that's what I have on my Fabia

 

Here it is earlier today ready to be driven away. It was a september 2014 reg with 47 miles on. Apparently just registered and stashed at the back of the compound. Great price and saving. 

 

Drives really nice - comfortable 'roomy' and brisk enough not to frustrate

 

[edbostan]

The roomie is a great car. I originally went in to buy a Yeti but the wife wanted the roomie. Yes, the space of entry in the back makes for an unimpeded entry and I can strap grandson in the back without bending down. good for car boots also

[bluecar1]

enjoy, sure she will love it

[Wakey]

Thanks for the positive comments.

 

Its at my workshop at the moment - it will be getting a full detail and nano paint coating before she is let loose with it. It will make my life easier as its me that will get to clean it!

 

I do like the seats too - seem far comfier than my vrs seats - are they different? (aside from the colour and material)

[NZ100]

When you get a minute Wakey, pic of seats please.

[malcster]

I really like the seats in the black editions

[AllyMo]

Smart motur! I have spent MONTHS deliberating over what to replace my blue 59 plate 1.9tdi se with. And yes... I've gone for another Roomie! For my budget nothing appeals more. Am getting a 64 plate 1.6tdi scout in silver. Roomies rule. May use thus site to get some cheap and cheerful tips on how to tart it up!