2014 Skoda Octavia VRS - Cat D write off, privately fixed- too risky?

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Mon 20 Jun 2016 14:05
2014 Skoda Octavia VRS - Cat D write off, privately fixed- too risky? - macrease

Considering buying a VRS that has been privately fixed but very nervous as altough can get an RAC check- is this enough for peace of mind?

Any idea what the actual market rate is?

If there was to be another accident, any idea if the insurance company will pay full market rate or discounted rate (i.e. as Cat D)?

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Mon 20 Jun 2016 14:15
2014 Skoda Octavia VRS - Cat D write off, privately fixed- too risky? - RobJP

Market rate for Cat D is usually 20-25% under 'clean' cars.

Insurance will pay out market value if written off in the future - so, again, 20-25% below what a 'clean' similar car would be worth.

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Mon 20 Jun 2016 14:19
2014 Skoda Octavia VRS - Cat D write off, privately fixed- too risky? - Galaxy

My advice would be if you're worried about it, which you obviously are, then don't buy it.

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Mon 20 Jun 2016 16:33
2014 Skoda Octavia VRS - Cat D write off, privately fixed- too risky? - macrease

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Mon 20 Jun 2016 16:34
2014 Skoda Octavia VRS - Cat D write off, privately fixed- too risky? - macrease

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