Civic going for the second time

dave525 · 21st February 2009, 14:11

Was going to part exchange the Civic when I bought the BMW 330D but instead my wife thought it would be prudent to keep it and get rid of her older BMW 320. Well after 5 months she has now decided that the Civic is not for her so we have just part exchanged it for a 2008 Skoda Octavia VRS 2.0 T FSI. which we pick up on Wednesday
The VRS is loaded with goodies - Sat Nav - front & rear parking sensors - xenon lights - 18" alloys - auto dimming rear mirror - cruise control - full closure system. Must admit that we have never considered a Skoda before but must say I was really impressed with the whole package.

Wheelchair · 21st February 2009, 14:14

Good luck with the new car, do let us know how you get on with it. Always been a big fan of the Octavia, its a great car.

HappyMan · 21st February 2009, 14:45

Nice car, Dave

We have had a Skoda Fabia for the last 4 years and never had any real trouble with it. Skoda's are great cars at realistic prices. I am sure you will be very happy.

Is it the updated model?

dave525 · 21st February 2009, 15:01

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Originally Posted by HappyMan

Nice car, Dave

We have had a Skoda Fabia for the last 4 years and never had any real trouble with it. Skoda's are great cars at realistic prices. I am sure you will be very happy.

Is it the updated model?

Yes it was updated in 2005, I think there is another updated Octavia due out now, but I don't think it includes the VRS

HappyMan · 21st February 2009, 15:03

Excellent - post some pics when you get it, won't you?

DeanFYoung · 21st February 2009, 16:07

Octavia certainly on my list in 2010 when I'm up for renewal. Great car. Enjoy.

robbo51 · 21st February 2009, 16:21

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Originally Posted by dave525

Was going to part exchange the Civic when I bought the BMW 330D but instead my wife thought it would be prudent to keep it and get rid of her older BMW 320. Well after 5 months she has now decided that the Civic is not for her so we have just part exchanged it for a 2008 Skoda Octavia VRS 2.0 T FSI. which we pick up on Wednesday
The VRS is loaded with goodies - Sat Nav - front & rear parking sensors - xenon lights - 18" alloys - auto dimming rear mirror - cruise control - full closure system. Must admit that we have never considered a Skoda before but must say I was really impressed with the whole package.

A great choice. Skodas are great cars.
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Dimplyred · 21st February 2009, 17:03

I've read some great reports about the Octavia as a friend of mine is currently looking to buy one. Good choice Dave.

gm1980 · 21st February 2009, 17:46

Octacia was on my father's list when he was seeking for car. But 1st was mabe by VAG (he had some tragic experiences in the [ast) and 2nd he was always a honda fan and therefore Accord won over Ovtavia. An he never regret it.

Arg · 21st February 2009, 17:49

Just chopped in my vRS for a civic and I am missing the skoda. Better build quality, more go and better handling.

I don't miss the 34mpg and 1 litre of oil every 2000 miles thou.

DervDriver · 21st February 2009, 19:22

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Originally Posted by Arg

Just chopped in my vRS for a civic and I am missing the skoda. Better build quality, more go and better handling.

I don't miss the 34mpg and 1 litre of oil every 2000 miles thou.

Ouch, what was up with your engine?

Arg · 21st February 2009, 19:41

Nothing, that is normal for the 2 litre TFSI engine.

DervDriver · 21st February 2009, 20:03

Dunno why but for some strange reason i thought you were meaning a Fabia vRS. Doh!!

Anyways, that is a shocking amount of oil for a petrol engine to use. My Golf diesel used just over 1 litre per 10k miles.

rdmbfossa · 17th March 2009, 15:11

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Originally Posted by Arg

Just chopped in my vRS for a civic and I am missing the skoda. Better build quality, more go and better handling.

I don't miss the 34mpg and 1 litre of oil every 2000 miles thou.

That quote alone should ring alarm bell with Honda, Skoda is the bargain range of the VAG group, Honda is considered a premium car manufacturer, you should not feel like you are moving backwards quality wise when you swap from a Skoda to an equivalent size Honda. I know Skoda are an excellent package now and I nearly bought a Fabia VRs when i bought my last car, and I regret not doing so, I would have a healthier bank balance if I had. Although there must be something wrong with your old car if it was using that amount of oil, surely that cant be considered normal.

Kremmen · 18th March 2009, 07:00

I think the term 'build quality' is slightly unfair to the peeps on the assembly line at Swindon. They did after all produce a superb previous gen Civic by all accounts.

I still reckon they are doing their best with substandard accountant designed parts.

robbo51 · 18th March 2009, 07:55

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Originally Posted by rdmbfossa

That quote alone should ring alarm bell with Honda, Skoda is the bargain range of the VAG group, Honda is considered a premium car manufacturer, you should not feel like you are moving backwards quality wise when you swap from a Skoda to an equivalent size Honda. I know Skoda are an excellent package now and I nearly bought a Fabia VRs when i bought my last car, and I regret not doing so, I would have a healthier bank balance if I had. Although there must be something wrong with your old car if it was using that amount of oil, surely that cant be considered normal.

The Skoda IS better built I'm afraid AND rattle free.

DeanFYoung · 18th March 2009, 08:09

You take a firm stance!

Perfectly true though unfortunately! But still love the Civic

My brother in law has a Skoda, and its great, my Auntie has the new Skoda and that is also very very good. Finally my brother wants a Skoda!!

rdmbfossa · 18th March 2009, 08:53

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Originally Posted by robbo51

The Skoda IS better built I'm afraid AND rattle free.

Exactly my point, but it shouldnt be, not considering the price of the Civic and Honda's reputation for build quality.

robbo51 · 18th March 2009, 09:39

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Originally Posted by rdmbfossa

Exactly my point, but it shouldnt be, not considering the price of the Civic and Honda's reputation for build quality.

Quite...but they are VAG and if you dont count Seat (Nasty IMO)...they should be built well.
Agree though..Honda always have had a quality reputation. Sadly this Generation Honda falls a little short

21st February 2009, 14:11	#1 (permalink)
dave525 Supporter Car: Skoda Octavia VRS Join Date: 22nd November 2007 Location: Portishead Posts: 550 Thanks: 30 Thanked 35 Times in 35 Posts iTrader: (0)	Civic going for the second time Was going to part exchange the Civic when I bought the BMW 330D but instead my wife thought it would be prudent to keep it and get rid of her older BMW 320. Well after 5 months she has now decided that the Civic is not for her so we have just part exchanged it for a 2008 Skoda Octavia VRS 2.0 T FSI. which we pick up on Wednesday The VRS is loaded with goodies - Sat Nav - front & rear parking sensors - xenon lights - 18" alloys - auto dimming rear mirror - cruise control - full closure system. Must admit that we have never considered a Skoda before but must say I was really impressed with the whole package.

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Arg Join Date: 30th October 2008 Location: Biggleswade, UK Posts: 6 Thanks: 1 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	Just chopped in my vRS for a civic and I am missing the skoda. Better build quality, more go and better handling. I don't miss the 34mpg and 1 litre of oil every 2000 miles thou.

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Arg Join Date: 30th October 2008 Location: Biggleswade, UK Posts: 6 Thanks: 1 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	Nothing, that is normal for the 2 litre TFSI engine.

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Kremmen Skid Mark Join Date: 7th January 2007 Location: West London Posts: 4,624 Thanks: 41 Thanked 77 Times in 73 Posts iTrader: (0)	I think the term 'build quality' is slightly unfair to the peeps on the assembly line at Swindon. They did after all produce a superb previous gen Civic by all accounts. I still reckon they are doing their best with substandard accountant designed parts.

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