Pet project?
I am tempted by the 20% “VAT” equivalent savings on offer by Skoda on petrol engined Skoda Octavias and I am considering changing my current car a 2006 Skoda Octavia L&K Estate 105 PDI owned by me from new with 16 K miles on the clock for a new Skoda Octavia L&K Estate 1.8TSI I would be grateful for any advisory comments you may have on the merits or otherwise of making this move, I expect that the running costs may be a little higher but the initial saving in the purchase price is around £3.5k (more if I factor in the VAT savings on factory fitted extras).
I should say that my annual mileage is modest, around 6K and the car is not used for towing or any heavier work than transporting my wife, self and dog around but we do like the comfort of the L&K. I also would expect to keep the car for at least 5 years perhaps longer now that I am retired.
I should say that my annual mileage is modest, around 6K and the car is not used for towing or any heavier work than transporting my wife, self and dog around but we do like the comfort of the L&K. I also would expect to keep the car for at least 5 years perhaps longer now that I am retired.
Asked on 15 January 2010 by IM, Larbert
Answered by
Honest John
Go for it. The chain cam 1.8TSI 160 is a much better engine, nicer to drive and comparatively trouble-free compared to the diesels. No EGR failures. No DPF failures. No DMF failures. No Turbo failures. No timing belt to have to replace ever 4 years or 40k miles. The trade off is poorer fuel economy. But why save pennies when doing so can leave you spending pounds?
Our honest used car pricing is a little bit different to all the others. You can get to our values through make or model - you don’t have to follow a prescribed route. Plus, it’s live, which means we can react to changes in the market quicker than any printed price guide.
Honest Used Car Prices
From which small car to buy at which price point to the best UK-built cars, our Top 10s have the lot. Click now for your shortlist.
Unsure of what to buy? Our Top 10s are here to help you....Similar questions
I want to buy a small car that will fit three kids in the back. It has to have decent performance and lots of gadgets - climate control and parking sensors essential and a decent infotainment system desirable....
I spend eight months each year abroad, and four months in the UK. My wife and I want a vehicle that is comfortable enough to get us from the south of England to Paris (for at least 2 weeks) and around...
In your review of the SEAT Ateca you refer to possible lag with the petrol/auto combination. I've driven a manual Ateca which is good in all respects. Should I be concerned about ordering an auto. What...
Related models
Well thought of by owners. Huge boot. Spacious and comfortable cabin. Reasonable to drive. Efficient Greenline TDI models.
Elsewhere on 
.jpg)
