Hi,

We are looking at a 2017 Superb, 60k miles or just under, 1.6 TDI in a few days. Is there anything I should be mindful of?

 

I believe the rear brake discs have some wear / pitting but that seems to be a common fault (not sure what ones to replace them with)? I think rear discs and pads would be ~£400 at a dealer?

I think it has had 3 18k services - not sure if these would be major or minor?  Does the car computer allow you to see this? Not 100% sure what service records they have.

 

I can check tyre condition. Anything mechanical that I can check - I am not a mechanic but i have a rough idea of engines and cars. I can also read the service history and figure out when something was replaced - anything major due at this mileage or age that should have been done, or will be due shortly that i need to budget for or negotiate a discount for?  Cam belt / pump seems to be not at this mileage?

 

Presumably if it runs well, the only thing i need to be aware of it stuff like tyres, brakes and that if they are worn out, I may have a reasonable bill to replace a bunch of consumables?

Skoda do a 1 year warranty beyond the 3 years for about £220 - undecided whether this is worth it.

 

 

 

 

Hi and welcome! 

 

You don't say whether it's a manual or a DSG.  If it's a DSG make sure it's had its 40k mile service / oil-change.  If it's a 4x4 car, ensure it has had its Haldex serviced as well (I think these are at 30k miles, but don't quote me on that one).  

 

You should be able to ask for a print of the service record - there's no physical book, as such, with Skoda - that I'm aware of. 

 

Do you know what type of Superb it is?  SE, SE-L, SE-L Executive, Laurent & Klement, Sportline?  Each has a different level of kit.  If you could let us know, then I'm sure someone will know what to look for at each level.  

 

Hope this makes sense, and helps even in a little way.

 

I'm sure someone with infinitely more knowledge than me will be along at some point to help you!  

 

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Obviously check for any damage (look along panels from very shallow angle in good light),  wear some old clothes, lay down and shine a torch underneath, looking for anything that doesn't look correct.

 

Check no warning lights, and everything works.

Once started, set internal temperature to min, manually switch to screen, feet, head etc and ensure you get icy blast from each, if not then a/c might be faulty/leaked or a vent flap stuck

 

Brake pads and discs might need changing, the rear discs can be prone to rusting and delaminating

 

As already stated, if DSG or Haldex, were they serviced, how smooth does it drive.   Get the service record print out.

 

Push down on each corner, one at a time, and see how car returns to level, if bouncy, shock absorbers need doing, if uneven they something wrong with suspension (and probably best avoided if this isn't properly assessed)

 

Look at the tyres, are they same type and good condition, if it has a bit of a mix (especially if some are budget brands) assume maintenance was skimped (implies minimal cost was applied to maintenance, not good comprehensive preventative work)

 

Finally stand near exhaust and get someone else to press accelerator and keep it at about 4000 rpm for 15-20 seconds, is there any sign of soot or smoke.   Could indicate dirty injectors, clogged filters etc.   If so why if serviced at 54k miles.  Could be just poor fuel, but suggests needs a good clean through with additives, or might be hiding something.   If it is that bad, don't expect it to fly through MOT

 

Edited 20 August, 20196 yr by SurreyJohn

It’s a manual, just a standard trim, S or SE I think.

 

Thanks - some good pointers and doesn’t sound like anything impossible to figure out.

You may well need new disks, good news is they are cheap, just don't buy them from Skoda. New Pagid disks and pads fitted by our indy was €180.

a 2.0 TDI

 

The only reason for getting a 1.6 is tax evasion.

On that point.......I read somewhere that the new CLA180d Merc is a feckin 1.4 diesel (136 bhp)

 

 

Right just checked.......1461cc and 116 bhp........bloody motor journalists spreading misinformation and lies!!!!!!!!

Edited 23 August, 20196 yr by k.young

2 hours ago, k.young said:

CLA180d Merc is a feckin 1.4 diesel

 

Yeah. And its a Renault supplied diesel engine as well. Same goes for the CLA 180 petrol too - except it is 1332 cc, so a 1.3 litre!

 

There is nothing wrong with a Renault engine. That said, you do end up asking yourself what a badge stands for and exactly what it's really "worth" - especially if you are paying a premium for it . You need to get a "220" Merc badge on the diesels to get a Mercedes engine...

... or a 400 😁  That 400d is a masterpiece .... shame about the rest of the car it is attached to