NEW FABIA / FABIA VRS...what improvements would you like from the last generation?

chris_newell41 · 21-02-2007, 00:50

seen as this is a hot topic for most of us with the new fabia around the corner,

what enhancements would you like to have over the older generation?,
what would you alter from the old model?
what new features would you like to see?

for me, better handling as standard, different coloured seats (maybe half leather), 170 bhp derv engine....

Decron · 21-02-2007, 00:52

Be nice to go 40,000 miles without major repairs to the transmission or engine.

I know it's a lot to ask for but you never know

sharkrider · 21-02-2007, 01:15

ESP as standard, to leave it out in a fast hatch is stupid! (standard on punto sporting, C2 VTS, suziki swift ect) criminal.... (for that matter standard on all new cars, doesn't cost that much anymore, and insurers statistics state it would save 30% of fatal accidents!)

HotVRs · 21-02-2007, 01:15

Quote:

Originally Posted by Decron

Be nice to go 40,000 miles without major repairs to the transmission or engine.

I know it's a lot to ask for but you never know

As above: With also:

Less front heavy feel,
Smoother and generally improved gear change,
dashboard that doesn't mark so easy,
Choice of seat colours that are more practical and hardwearing
A cup holder in the dash
Not having to visit the dealer 20 times in 2 years for endless faults.
Sharper brakes,
A Toyota badge on the bonnet because I wouldn't have another Skoda Fabia if someone else paid for it.
Bluetooth
Heated windscreen

Mouse · 21-02-2007, 01:17

I would like blue tooth mobile phone compatibility as standard.
Wing mirrors with the line down them, that give you extra view.
Front strut bar as standard.In Skoda green.
PD160 Air intake pipe as standard.
Octavia VRS badge on the front as standard.
Chechlosavakian no plate style as standard.
A chrome tax disc holder as standard.
A pimped up HI Fi system as an option.
150 BHP as standard with the option to remap.
Bigger brakes.
Jabbba ARB as standard.
Tom Tom sat nav as standard.
Your own personal mechanic as standard,

Oh and Bupa Health insurance included...

bryand · 21-02-2007, 10:35

For the new Fabia vRS (in no particular order):

Rear ARB or equivalent as standard (eliminate roll so it feels more like a vRS)
more paintwork colour choices inc. unique vRS colours
more interior/upholstery choices
slicker, shorter gearchange
312 mm brakes as standard (to inspire more confidence in stopping ability)
FMIC as standard (make the most of available power & may remove the need for remap in many cases)
... for £12750 otr or less.

tippo1983 · 21-02-2007, 10:57

Quote:

Originally Posted by Decron

Be nice to go 40,000 miles without major repairs to the transmission or engine.

I know it's a lot to ask for but you never know

I must be very lucky then, mines on 48K and next Wednesday will be the first time its been in for any other work apart from servicing (rear door seals are being done) and to be honest I really give the car a hell of a lot of stick on a daily basis!

I think they new fabia should have paint that doesn’t come of if it rains to hard

oh and a 2.o tfsi engine, brakes/suspension to cope with this

Jimb0 · 21-02-2007, 11:30

Electric rear windows as standard..
Electronic Climate Control too.

SteVRs · 21-02-2007, 12:42

Handling would be nice...

vindaloo · 21-02-2007, 13:06

Lighter, particularly the front end.
More clearance under the sump to allow more front suspension travel.
Less crashy ride.
More sporty handling, no nosediving on the brakes. Less understeer, more front/rear balance please.
Less bland dash. Would like colours and textures other than differing shades of black plastic.

J.

Conshine · 21-02-2007, 13:45

170 TDi from the Octavia or the new TSi petrol as an alternative.
Standard ESP
More tuned suspension
Better stereo and speakers inc. Sub in rear.
Less gap between the wheel arch and the tyres.
Proper climate control
Deffinately Bluetooth
A heated front screen, it's about time.
No more than £14000 otr.

pdhealy · 21-02-2007, 13:57

Waterproof?

Decron · 21-02-2007, 16:18

Quote:

Originally Posted by pdhealy

Waterproof?

cooliospoolio · 21-02-2007, 22:25

Assuming the new Fabia will be waterproof and won't have as many apparently inherent design problems (which incidentally classic car mags often refer to as 'character') I'd like to see:

All the existing options plus:

Climate Control
ESP as standard.
MP3 compatible audio.
Steering wheel audio controls.
Bluetooth phone connection.
Centre armrest.
Part-leather seats.
More trim options (or just plain black).
Electric rear windows.
2.0 TDI or 150BHP 20v Turbo petrol.
Sunset glass.
More colour choice.
Better brakes.
Better suspension.
Less road noise.

That should do it. When can I have one then?

Fabia 12v · 21-02-2007, 22:46

Cut outs for airbags rather than blowing hole through the dash

skudmissile · 22-02-2007, 00:13

Doors that dont leak please.

electric rear windows as std

front console bushes that last longer than 27k

anti mooing brakes

the option of non leather seats that are any colour other than white

no stuttttttttering blt engine

2.0tdi pd 170bhp would be nice

some kind or rear ARB

similar stealth body styling to the mk1 vrs

white and blue as a colour option

skudmissile · 22-02-2007, 00:14

Doors that dont leak please.

electric rear windows as std

front console bushes that last longer than 27k

anti mooing brakes

the option of non leather seats that are any colour other than white

no stuttttttttering blt engine

2.0tdi pd 170bhp would be nice

some kind or rear ARB

similar stealth body styling to the mk1 vrs

white and blue as a colour option

an option of a similar system to the golf 4 motion ie 4x4.

Emily-Elizabeth · 22-02-2007, 00:14

When I get into the passenger side seat a button on my combat type trousers gets caught on the cil guard. Very annoying, and something Skoda should look into.

ScoobyChris · 22-02-2007, 10:32

Quote:

Originally Posted by cooliospoolio

That should do it. When can I have one then?

I think they already make one .... check out the Seat Ibiza

Chris

chris_newell41 · 22-02-2007, 14:15

Push start button? or is this a bit OTT?

Sporky McGuffin · 22-02-2007, 14:59

6 gears on the 1.9TDi and 130bhp out of it on a non-VRS estate. Better lateral support on the seats. A stereo that plays MP3 CDRs and has a 1/8th inch jack input for MP3 players or similar. And available in sparkly blue.

fabmark · 22-02-2007, 17:22

A bit less torque steer when hooliganing it up wouldn't go amiss either.

Sporky McGuffin · 22-02-2007, 20:18

I like that.

woodsy · 27-02-2007, 15:43

Most importantly, the 12v powersupply (read cig lighter plug) in a useful place near the windscreen where sat nav cables CAN REACH!!!!!!

and 2 VRS, 1.9 tdi 130bhp, and the 2.0 tdi 170bhp.

Seats which dont show dirt easily and are easier to clean.

bumface · 10-03-2007, 18:29

Hi Guys

Two things I would change (or improve)

Controls for the radio on the steering wheel

A button or switch to open the boot when the engine is running
Loads of times I have had to switch the engine off and take the key out the ignition to open the boot.
This is for security I would imagine but it's such a pain in the rear

Oh sorry...and a cup holder in the front dash

21-02-2007, 00:50	#1
chris_newell41 Briskodian Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 1,524 Members Car: 2006 Fabia VRS Thanks: 4 Thanked 5 Times in 5 Posts	NEW FABIA / FABIA VRS...what improvements would you like from the last generation? seen as this is a hot topic for most of us with the new fabia around the corner, what enhancements would you like to have over the older generation?, what would you alter from the old model? what new features would you like to see? for me, better handling as standard, different coloured seats (maybe half leather), 170 bhp derv engine.... __________________ Fabia Vrs Blackmagic! Xenons, Cruise Control, Heated Seats and ESP Wednesday 12th may 2006 was my VRS day

21-02-2007, 00:52	#2
Decron Eye Eye Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Cwmbran - South Wales Posts: 3,654 Members Car: Vroomster Thanks: 73 Thanked 269 Times in 197 Posts	Re: NEW FABIA / FABIA VRS...what improvements would you like from the last generation Be nice to go 40,000 miles without major repairs to the transmission or engine. I know it's a lot to ask for but you never know

21-02-2007, 01:15	#3
sharkrider rider of sharks Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Cumbria Posts: 3,895 Members Car: Fabia vRS Thanks: 247 Thanked 109 Times in 95 Posts	Re: NEW FABIA / FABIA VRS...what improvements would you like from the last generation ESP as standard, to leave it out in a fast hatch is stupid! (standard on punto sporting, C2 VTS, suziki swift ect) criminal.... (for that matter standard on all new cars, doesn't cost that much anymore, and insurers statistics state it would save 30% of fatal accidents!) __________________ Fiat Grande Punto Sporting (158 bhp 314 lbs/ft) in Red.... Furby vRS , black magic,passenger airbag de-activation switch, (now gone, but not forgotten!)

21-02-2007, 01:17	#5
Mouse Briskodian Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 453 Members Car: Furby VRS Thanks: 88 Thanked 35 Times in 34 Posts	Re: NEW FABIA / FABIA VRS...what improvements would you like from the last generation I would like blue tooth mobile phone compatibility as standard. Wing mirrors with the line down them, that give you extra view. Front strut bar as standard.In Skoda green. PD160 Air intake pipe as standard. Octavia VRS badge on the front as standard. Chechlosavakian no plate style as standard. A chrome tax disc holder as standard. A pimped up HI Fi system as an option. 150 BHP as standard with the option to remap. Bigger brakes. Jabbba ARB as standard. Tom Tom sat nav as standard. Your own personal mechanic as standard, Oh and Bupa Health insurance included... __________________ Black Magic Fabia v/RS *Skoda Fabia VRS ! Practical & Exciting !* Last edited by Mouse; 21-02-2007 at 01:22. Reason: dont know how to spell blu

21-02-2007, 10:35	#6
bryand Fabian Join Date: Jun 2004 Posts: 1,767 Members Car: Volvo C30 2.0D Thanks: 1 Thanked 21 Times in 19 Posts	Re: NEW FABIA / FABIA VRS...what improvements would you like from the last generation For the new Fabia vRS (in no particular order): Rear ARB or equivalent as standard (eliminate roll so it feels more like a vRS) more paintwork colour choices inc. unique vRS colours more interior/upholstery choices slicker, shorter gearchange 312 mm brakes as standard (to inspire more confidence in stopping ability) FMIC as standard (make the most of available power & may remove the need for remap in many cases) ... for £12750 otr or less.

21-02-2007, 11:30	#8
Jimb0 Briskodian Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Chepstow, South Wales Posts: 639 Members Car: 2006 Fabia vRS - Black Magic Thanks: 0 Thanked 5 Times in 3 Posts	Re: NEW FABIA / FABIA VRS...what improvements would you like from the last generation Electric rear windows as standard.. Electronic Climate Control too.

21-02-2007, 12:42	#9
SteVRs Briskodian Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Leicestershire Posts: 3,065 Members Car: Smart Roadster Coupe Brabus Thanks: 4 Thanked 19 Times in 11 Posts	Re: NEW FABIA / FABIA VRS...what improvements would you like from the last generation Handling would be nice...

21-02-2007, 13:06	#10
vindaloo Briskodian Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: South Bucks Posts: 1,216 Members Car: Fabia vRS and Impreza P1 Thanks: 16 Thanked 20 Times in 20 Posts	Re: NEW FABIA / FABIA VRS...what improvements would you like from the last generation Lighter, particularly the front end. More clearance under the sump to allow more front suspension travel. Less crashy ride. More sporty handling, no nosediving on the brakes. Less understeer, more front/rear balance please. Less bland dash. Would like colours and textures other than differing shades of black plastic. J. __________________ Slowly turning the planet sooty.

21-02-2007, 13:45	#11
Conshine Ho Ho Ho Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Ashford, Kent Posts: 1,949 Members Car: Silver Fabia vRS Thanks: 104 Thanked 59 Times in 59 Posts	Re: NEW FABIA / FABIA VRS...what improvements would you like from the last generation 170 TDi from the Octavia or the new TSi petrol as an alternative. Standard ESP More tuned suspension Better stereo and speakers inc. Sub in rear. Less gap between the wheel arch and the tyres. Proper climate control Deffinately Bluetooth A heated front screen, it's about time. No more than £14000 otr.

21-02-2007, 13:57	#12
pdhealy Briskodian Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Ireland Posts: 994 Members Car: Skoda Octavia vRS Thanks: 26 Thanked 28 Times in 26 Posts	Re: NEW FABIA / FABIA VRS...what improvements would you like from the last generation Waterproof? __________________ Dear Lord.. The gods have been good to me. For the first time in my life, everything is absolutely perfect just the way it is. So here's the deal: You freeze everything the way it is, and I won't ask for anything more. If that is OK, please give me absolutely no sign. OK, deal.

21-02-2007, 22:25	#14
cooliospoolio Briskodian Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: North Notts Posts: 46 Members Car: Mini 35LE, Audi A6 Avanr Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Re: NEW FABIA / FABIA VRS...what improvements would you like from the last generation Assuming the new Fabia will be waterproof and won't have as many apparently inherent design problems (which incidentally classic car mags often refer to as 'character') I'd like to see: All the existing options plus: Climate Control ESP as standard. MP3 compatible audio. Steering wheel audio controls. Bluetooth phone connection. Centre armrest. Part-leather seats. More trim options (or just plain black). Electric rear windows. 2.0 TDI or 150BHP 20v Turbo petrol. Sunset glass. More colour choice. Better brakes. Better suspension. Less road noise. That should do it. When can I have one then? __________________ Mine: '95 Audi A6 - Still going like the proverbial Swiss watch. Hers: '01 Peugeot 306 - Won't be much left to fall off soon.

21-02-2007, 22:46	#15
Fabia 12v RICHARD Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Twickenham - Middlesex Posts: 5,027 Members Car: Skoda Fabia >> VW Golf >> Seat Ibiza >> VW Polo Thanks: 11 Thanked 26 Times in 23 Posts	Re: NEW FABIA / FABIA VRS...what improvements would you like from the last generation Cut outs for airbags rather than blowing hole through the dash __________________ First Car: Skoda Fabia MK1 1.2 12v Comfort Replaced with: Volkswagen Golf MK4 GT 1.9TDI Replaced with: Seat Ibiza MK4 Sport 1.9TDI Replaced with: Volkswagen Polo MK6 Ltd. Edition Sport 1.4 16v

22-02-2007, 00:13	#16
skudmissile Briskodian Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 3,144 Members Car: Thanks: 418 Thanked 180 Times in 160 Posts	Re: NEW FABIA / FABIA VRS...what improvements would you like from the last generation Doors that dont leak please. electric rear windows as std front console bushes that last longer than 27k anti mooing brakes the option of non leather seats that are any colour other than white no stuttttttttering blt engine 2.0tdi pd 170bhp would be nice some kind or rear ARB similar stealth body styling to the mk1 vrs white and blue as a colour option __________________ Run out of CASH

22-02-2007, 00:14	#17
skudmissile Briskodian Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 3,144 Members Car: Thanks: 418 Thanked 180 Times in 160 Posts	Re: NEW FABIA / FABIA VRS...what improvements would you like from the last generation Doors that dont leak please. electric rear windows as std front console bushes that last longer than 27k anti mooing brakes the option of non leather seats that are any colour other than white no stuttttttttering blt engine 2.0tdi pd 170bhp would be nice some kind or rear ARB similar stealth body styling to the mk1 vrs white and blue as a colour option an option of a similar system to the golf 4 motion ie 4x4. __________________ Run out of CASH

22-02-2007, 00:14	#18
Emily-Elizabeth Briskodian Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Essex Posts: 3,650 Members Car: Silver Fabia vRS with cruise and 5 disk CD changer as the 6th slot has stopped working. Thanks: 21 Thanked 23 Times in 22 Posts	Re: NEW FABIA / FABIA VRS...what improvements would you like from the last generation When I get into the passenger side seat a button on my combat type trousers gets caught on the cil guard. Very annoying, and something Skoda should look into. __________________

22-02-2007, 14:15	#20
chris_newell41 Briskodian Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 1,524 Members Car: 2006 Fabia VRS Thanks: 4 Thanked 5 Times in 5 Posts	Re: NEW FABIA / FABIA VRS...what improvements would you like from the last generation Push start button? or is this a bit OTT? __________________ Fabia Vrs Blackmagic! Xenons, Cruise Control, Heated Seats and ESP Wednesday 12th may 2006 was my VRS day

22-02-2007, 14:59	#21
Sporky McGuffin Briskodian Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Surrey Posts: 1,034 Members Car: 1993 Zeppelin R200 Thanks: 4 Thanked 9 Times in 9 Posts	Re: NEW FABIA / FABIA VRS...what improvements would you like from the last generation 6 gears on the 1.9TDi and 130bhp out of it on a non-VRS estate. Better lateral support on the seats. A stereo that plays MP3 CDRs and has a 1/8th inch jack input for MP3 players or similar. And available in sparkly blue.

22-02-2007, 17:22	#22
fabmark Briskodian Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Burton on Trent Posts: 147 Members Car: Fabia VRS Thanks: 0 Thanked 4 Times in 4 Posts	Re: NEW FABIA / FABIA VRS...what improvements would you like from the last generation A bit less torque steer when hooliganing it up wouldn't go amiss either.

22-02-2007, 20:18	#23
Sporky McGuffin Briskodian Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Surrey Posts: 1,034 Members Car: 1993 Zeppelin R200 Thanks: 4 Thanked 9 Times in 9 Posts	Re: NEW FABIA / FABIA VRS...what improvements would you like from the last generation I like that.

27-02-2007, 15:43	#24
woodsy Briskodian Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: midlands Posts: 48 Members Car: Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Re: NEW FABIA / FABIA VRS...what improvements would you like from the last generation Most importantly, the 12v powersupply (read cig lighter plug) in a useful place near the windscreen where sat nav cables CAN REACH!!!!!! and 2 VRS, 1.9 tdi 130bhp, and the 2.0 tdi 170bhp. Seats which dont show dirt easily and are easier to clean.

10-03-2007, 18:29	#25
bumface Briskodian Join Date: Sep 2006 Posts: 95 Members Car: Thanks: 4 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: NEW FABIA / FABIA VRS...what improvements would you like from the last generation Hi Guys Two things I would change (or improve) Controls for the radio on the steering wheel A button or switch to open the boot when the engine is running Loads of times I have had to switch the engine off and take the key out the ignition to open the boot. This is for security I would imagine but it's such a pain in the rear Oh sorry...and a cup holder in the front dash

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