Been to launch evening, Seen, Driven and Bought......

AndyC · 17-05-2007, 21:17

...a 1.2 2 in Silver. Will be ready in about 3 weeks.

Took a drive in a 1.4 3. First impressions are that it drives very nicely. Seats are comfortable and there is plenty of room in the back. Does look better in the metal. Its my wifes car and she was very happy in it. Loads better than the Fiat Punto I was also looking at. Can't wait now.

Got a good trade in on our old Felicia to help bring the cost to change down

Andy

devonutopia · 17-05-2007, 21:26

Sounds like you may have one of the first ones on Briskoda.

***ncarring*** · 17-05-2007, 21:30

Congratulations!

Wardy · 17-05-2007, 21:48

Blimey - good work mate

Bought on launch night eh? The dealer must have loved you! Hope you milk them for mats, flaps and a tank of fuel

- oh, and some flowers for the other half

Congrats though - look forward to seeing pics.

Steve

Babs · 18-05-2007, 10:21

I had flowers when I picked up my vRs lol

I popped in before the evening festivities yesterday, had a chat with the salesman who sold me my vRS, had a look around a few cars.

First impressions was that it looks smaller than I thought it was going to be, but plenty of room inside, I can sit behind my self. Interior trim seems of better quality, and a better fit too - and it's not as if the Mk1 had bad trim!

I like the look of it, it's less angular than in the pictures, and has got better proportions.

Good luck with the buy!

Conshine · 18-05-2007, 10:46

Well done!!

Popped into the dealers in Ashford last night on the way home, (launch day is sat).

First impressions were that it's a really good looking car. Like Babs said, It's smaller than I imagined too, I'm 6 foot and had plenty of room in the front and the salesman was 6' 4" and he had enough room in the back too.

The 'A' pillar seems to be closer to you than before, not sure what that would do to the overall visability?

Build quality and fit 'n' finish are top notch, equal if not better than some VW cars.

Bring on the vRS I say.

Octygone · 18-05-2007, 11:43

Got an invite for Saturday so will have to see if I can have a play in one

Wet Kipper · 18-05-2007, 11:52

why buy a 1.2 "2", but test drive a 1.4 "3" ?
were you not able to get a shot in the flavour you were going to buy ?

ScoobyChris · 18-05-2007, 11:56

Quote:

Originally Posted by Octygone

Got an invite for Saturday so will have to see if I can have a play in one

Wonder if it's an all-you-can-eat affair

Mmmmm marzipan seats

Chris

Octygone · 18-05-2007, 11:58

Quote:

Originally Posted by ScoobyChris

Wonder if it's an all-you-can-eat affair

Mmmmm marzipan seats

Chris

I hope not Chris i don't have a sweet tooth .....now if it was cooked cow....pig.......

***JohnD*** · 18-05-2007, 12:01

Mitchells at Peckforton Castle was a Hog Roast do.

ColinD has pics -of motors and castle - no doubt will appear here soon

faboka vrs · 18-05-2007, 12:35

Never went to the Alex lawrie launch. Infact cant remember the date it was.

bradfordfabia · 18-05-2007, 18:02

Only 3 weeks to deliver?, I thought someone said 12 weeks.

Mike Austin · 18-05-2007, 19:42

Quote:

Originally Posted by Babs

I had flowers when I picked up my vRs lol

Me too - same dealer! I'm totally gutted that I wasn't the only one!

AndyC · 10-06-2007, 18:43

Been talking to the dealer and we will pick up the new Fabia on Friday. Checked on the insurance and no premium increase on the old Felicia, which came as a surprise. Basic cost after taking NCB into account is about £160.00 which includes my 20 year old student daughter as a named driver.

Haven't seen anyone else saying they are getting a new Fabia, am I really the only one so far?

Andy

Dmac1969 · 10-06-2007, 21:32

I think so , Andy. (A good sig tho , eh? '1st new Fabia owner on Briskoda'!

)
I haven't seen one on the road yet , in fact I havent seen one at all , except in pictures!

Reece_1 · 10-06-2007, 22:53

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dmac1969

I think so , Andy. (A good sig tho , eh? '1st new Fabia owner on Briskoda'!

)
I haven't seen one on the road yet , in fact I havent seen one at all , except in pictures!

Think you will do as time goes on, and if theres a bit of a wait then that will delay its appearance

pujro · 13-06-2007, 14:04

My Mrs. got hers last week(so to speak!), Fabia 3 1.4TDI. Early days, but very pleased so far. Much livelier than old 1.9 she had previously. Delivery was 5 weeks. Yes....she ordered before release day! She test drove the old model with new engine and said that was good enough for her! We haven't seen another anywhere yet, apart from the showroom last week......
Anyone know how to activate auto locking?

Wardy · 13-06-2007, 14:08

Blimey, that's faith in the brand for you! Any pics?

Auto locking - should just be a case of popping back to the dealer for it, I'm sure they'd sort it gratis for you, on such a new car. Or someone with VAG-COM.

Steve

Dmac1969 · 13-06-2007, 15:49

What colour did she go for? Any options?? Pics would be great , if youve got any!

georgef · 13-06-2007, 17:01

Pujro, I am in Lostock so if you see a silver 1.9Tdi flashing at you it could be me!.

I saw a new Fabia in Manchester today. It looks much better in the flesh (so to speak) than on the tv.

Pujro, was your old 1.9 the Sdi version? I would be pleasantly surprised if the 1.4Tdi was better than my 1.9Tdi.

pujro · 14-06-2007, 01:04

Wardy - Will try and sort a couple of pics though shift work makes a bit awkward at the mo. Dealer reckons they'll set the autolock thing for nowt.

Dmac1969 - It's the launch colour, officially Tangerine Orange, but to me it's more rusty coloured! There's lots of pics on the skoda site, you must know the colour?! No extras apart from the paint, though the "3" has quite a few nice bits, rather sporty alloys, climatronic a/c, reversing sensors, cruise control, nice stereo, etc.

Georgef - yes, it was the 1.9sdi, I liked it lot, very little trouble over the 70,000 miles. We had it right from the start of the Fabia in 2000, now my daughter has it!
The 1.4Tdi has bags more get up and go, but I guess you'd expect that with about a fifth more bhp than our old 1.9 and an updated setup as well, and of course it's new!

Thanks for the interest everyone.
Cheers.

irfant · 14-06-2007, 07:11

Well done! Enjoy your car!

17-05-2007, 21:17	#1
AndyC who...? Join Date: Oct 2002 Posts: 416 Members Car: Thanks: 3 Thanked 10 Times in 10 Posts	Been to launch evening, Seen, Driven and Bought...... ...a 1.2 2 in Silver. Will be ready in about 3 weeks. Took a drive in a 1.4 3. First impressions are that it drives very nicely. Seats are comfortable and there is plenty of room in the back. Does look better in the metal. Its my wifes car and she was very happy in it. Loads better than the Fiat Punto I was also looking at. Can't wait now. Got a good trade in on our old Felicia to help bring the cost to change down Andy __________________ 1999 Octavia 1.6 GLXi. Oldest one owner Octy on the forum. 2007 07 Fabia 2 1.2 in Silver. Briskoda's first new Fabia.

17-05-2007, 21:26	#2
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17-05-2007, 21:30	#3
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17-05-2007, 21:48	#4
Wardy Broken :( Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Around Manchester & Cheshire Posts: 11,870 Members Car: Skoda Fabia vRS Thanks: 472 Thanked 384 Times in 371 Posts	Re: Been to launch evening, Seen, Driven and Bought...... Blimey - good work mate Bought on launch night eh? The dealer must have loved you! Hope you milk them for mats, flaps and a tank of fuel - oh, and some flowers for the other half Congrats though - look forward to seeing pics. Steve __________________ Wardy's Fabia vRS xenons : sunroof : cruise : OEM+ "Racing is life. Anything before or after is just waiting." - Steve McQueen "If in doubt, flat out." - Colin McRae

18-05-2007, 10:21	#5
Babs Briskodian Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Preston Posts: 4,227 Members Car: Vauxhall Corsa 1.2 16v Comfort Thanks: 221 Thanked 141 Times in 125 Posts	Re: Been to launch evening, Seen, Driven and Bought...... I had flowers when I picked up my vRs lol I popped in before the evening festivities yesterday, had a chat with the salesman who sold me my vRS, had a look around a few cars. First impressions was that it looks smaller than I thought it was going to be, but plenty of room inside, I can sit behind my self. Interior trim seems of better quality, and a better fit too - and it's not as if the Mk1 had bad trim! I like the look of it, it's less angular than in the pictures, and has got better proportions. Good luck with the buy! __________________ - Andrew In need of a new car, post your suggestions here!

18-05-2007, 10:46	#6
Conshine Ho Ho Ho Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Ashford, Kent Posts: 1,950 Members Car: Silver Fabia vRS Thanks: 104 Thanked 59 Times in 59 Posts	Re: Been to launch evening, Seen, Driven and Bought...... Well done!! Popped into the dealers in Ashford last night on the way home, (launch day is sat). First impressions were that it's a really good looking car. Like Babs said, It's smaller than I imagined too, I'm 6 foot and had plenty of room in the front and the salesman was 6' 4" and he had enough room in the back too. The 'A' pillar seems to be closer to you than before, not sure what that would do to the overall visability? Build quality and fit 'n' finish are top notch, equal if not better than some VW cars. Bring on the vRS I say. __________________ Ben

18-05-2007, 11:43	#7
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18-05-2007, 11:52	#8
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18-05-2007, 18:02	#13
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10-06-2007, 18:43	#15
AndyC who...? Join Date: Oct 2002 Posts: 416 Members Car: Thanks: 3 Thanked 10 Times in 10 Posts	Re: Been to launch evening, Seen, Driven and Bought...... Been talking to the dealer and we will pick up the new Fabia on Friday. Checked on the insurance and no premium increase on the old Felicia, which came as a surprise. Basic cost after taking NCB into account is about £160.00 which includes my 20 year old student daughter as a named driver. Haven't seen anyone else saying they are getting a new Fabia, am I really the only one so far? Andy __________________ 1999 Octavia 1.6 GLXi. Oldest one owner Octy on the forum. 2007 07 Fabia 2 1.2 in Silver. Briskoda's first new Fabia.

10-06-2007, 21:32	#16
Dmac1969 Briskodian Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Berwick upon Tweed , Northumberland. Posts: 2,564 Members Car: Fabia 1.4 MPi Comfort Images: 1 Thanks: 21 Thanked 66 Times in 53 Posts	Re: Been to launch evening, Seen, Driven and Bought...... I think so , Andy. (A good sig tho , eh? '1st new Fabia owner on Briskoda'! ) I haven't seen one on the road yet , in fact I havent seen one at all , except in pictures! __________________ Duncan - England's most Northerly Briskodian! 2000/V reg Fabia 1.4 Mpi Comfort-Dynamic Blue Ex Octavia vRS and Octavia Slxi 1.8T.

13-06-2007, 14:04	#18
pujro Briskodian Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Horwich Posts: 8 Members Car: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Been to launch evening, Seen, Driven and Bought...... My Mrs. got hers last week(so to speak!), Fabia 3 1.4TDI. Early days, but very pleased so far. Much livelier than old 1.9 she had previously. Delivery was 5 weeks. Yes....she ordered before release day! She test drove the old model with new engine and said that was good enough for her! We haven't seen another anywhere yet, apart from the showroom last week...... Anyone know how to activate auto locking?

13-06-2007, 14:08	#19
Wardy Broken :( Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Around Manchester & Cheshire Posts: 11,870 Members Car: Skoda Fabia vRS Thanks: 472 Thanked 384 Times in 371 Posts	Re: Been to launch evening, Seen, Driven and Bought...... Blimey, that's faith in the brand for you! Any pics? Auto locking - should just be a case of popping back to the dealer for it, I'm sure they'd sort it gratis for you, on such a new car. Or someone with VAG-COM. Steve __________________ Wardy's Fabia vRS xenons : sunroof : cruise : OEM+ "Racing is life. Anything before or after is just waiting." - Steve McQueen "If in doubt, flat out." - Colin McRae

13-06-2007, 15:49	#20
Dmac1969 Briskodian Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Berwick upon Tweed , Northumberland. Posts: 2,564 Members Car: Fabia 1.4 MPi Comfort Images: 1 Thanks: 21 Thanked 66 Times in 53 Posts	Re: Been to launch evening, Seen, Driven and Bought...... What colour did she go for? Any options?? Pics would be great , if youve got any! __________________ Duncan - England's most Northerly Briskodian! 2000/V reg Fabia 1.4 Mpi Comfort-Dynamic Blue Ex Octavia vRS and Octavia Slxi 1.8T.

13-06-2007, 17:01	#21
georgef Briskodian Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 44 Members Car: Fabia Tdi Elegance Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Been to launch evening, Seen, Driven and Bought...... Pujro, I am in Lostock so if you see a silver 1.9Tdi flashing at you it could be me!. I saw a new Fabia in Manchester today. It looks much better in the flesh (so to speak) than on the tv. Pujro, was your old 1.9 the Sdi version? I would be pleasantly surprised if the 1.4Tdi was better than my 1.9Tdi.

14-06-2007, 01:04	#22
pujro Briskodian Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Horwich Posts: 8 Members Car: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Been to launch evening, Seen, Driven and Bought...... Wardy - Will try and sort a couple of pics though shift work makes a bit awkward at the mo. Dealer reckons they'll set the autolock thing for nowt. Dmac1969 - It's the launch colour, officially Tangerine Orange, but to me it's more rusty coloured! There's lots of pics on the skoda site, you must know the colour?! No extras apart from the paint, though the "3" has quite a few nice bits, rather sporty alloys, climatronic a/c, reversing sensors, cruise control, nice stereo, etc. Georgef - yes, it was the 1.9sdi, I liked it lot, very little trouble over the 70,000 miles. We had it right from the start of the Fabia in 2000, now my daughter has it! The 1.4Tdi has bags more get up and go, but I guess you'd expect that with about a fifth more bhp than our old 1.9 and an updated setup as well, and of course it's new! Thanks for the interest everyone. Cheers.

14-06-2007, 07:11	#23
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