Looking to join the Octy Set.

Don Coffey · 26-05-2007, 08:37

Hi Guys,

As the heading says, I'm in the market for a new car and have come across the new Scout. I would like to pick your brains as to what options are worth having, are discounts possible and what are your experiances with regards to reliability, build quality fuel consumption etc. I am looking at the TDi model with a published combined MPG of 42, what is the real world avg.

What is the general thinking to the likes of Sat Nav, and Blue Tooth, are you guys going with factory options of more in favour of aftermarket and if so which brands?

Sorry guys’ lots of questions but hopefully you can fill me in as much as possible.

I am currently working abroad so wont be in a position to see/drive the car until July but having this info up front will help me so much.

Thanks in advance.

Don

Don Coffey · 28-05-2007, 16:43

Bumping this up a bit.

I'm a little surprised to no response. Am I not asking the right question? Do any of you guys have the Scout and if so what are your thoughts?

Don

dstev2000 · 28-05-2007, 16:49

First hand information on the scout is very thin on the ground so unfortunately you won't get much in the way of feedback.

As it's based on the normal Octavia you can't really go wrong with it. The 2.0 TDI would be my engine of choice due to the combination of grunt and economy.

My 2.0 TDI used to return a good 50mpg when drivern carefully.

I am waiting on my third Octaiva now (all company cars) which says a lot as they have all had a hard life as other mobile service engineers will testify!

**VRStu** · 28-05-2007, 16:51

Don

The Scout is very new and I've not read of any owners on here. The Bluetooth hasn't been a UK option and therefore probably wouldn't be commented on.

The sat nav is expensive but if you look on my Octavia website you'll have some handy retrofit info to hand.

gadgetman · 28-05-2007, 18:09

Phone kit wise, I'd recommend getting a phone firm to istall a Nokia or Parrot kit for you.

Don Coffey · 28-05-2007, 19:09

Cheers for the response guys, I'm getting the feeling after spending time reading through a number of threads that there just doesn't seem to be any major problems with the Octavia. Other than some noises towards creaks and groans it looks like Skoda real are very reliable, economical and outstanding value.

I didn't expect a lot of Scout owners as the car is so new but it would have been nice to at least chat to one.

VRstu, you mentioned the retro fit Nav system, does this work out cheaper than the dealer fit price? If so, how much is saved? I think Parrot is the way to go on the Blue Tooth front.

Thanks again and please add more if you feel you can.

Don

dstev2000 · 28-05-2007, 19:12

All of the retrofit info can be found here: Octavia-vRS.com - MFD2 Install Guide

And a sample of the available units is here: eBay.co.uk - Skoda MFD2, mfd2, In-Car Entertainment GPS, Car Parts items at low prices

I did mine last year and it came to about £450 all in so much cheaper than the £1350 that a factory fit would cost (and it stays off the P11D value)

HTH

**VRStu** · 28-05-2007, 19:18

Quote:

Originally Posted by Don Coffey

VRstu, you mentioned the retro fit Nav system, does this work out cheaper than the dealer fit price? If so, how much is saved?
Thanks again and please add more if you feel you can.

Don

Like I said above if you check out the page there is all the info you need.

Don Coffey · 28-05-2007, 19:24

dstev,

thanks for the info, that's the way to go and the retrofit guide is outstanding, even a techno idiot like myself can follow that.

Don

dstev2000 · 28-05-2007, 19:28

Thank Stu for the guide

**VRStu** · 28-05-2007, 19:37

Quote:

Originally Posted by Don Coffey

dstev,

thanks for the info, that's the way to go and the retrofit guide is outstanding, even a techno idiot like myself can follow that.

Don

Am I allowed to say "I told you so"???

dstev2000 · 28-05-2007, 19:47

Quote:

Originally Posted by VRStu

Am I allowed to say "I told you so"???

We'll let you have that one

Don Coffey · 29-05-2007, 17:57

Stu,

My apoligies, I didn't read you post right the first time and jumped to the next one, my thanks to you sir.

I'll try not to let it happen again.

Don

Tom_vRS · 29-05-2007, 18:04

Can I point forum members to the "Thanks" button at the bottom of posts...

**VRStu** · 29-05-2007, 18:12

Quote:

Originally Posted by Don Coffey

Stu,

My apoligies, I didn't read you post right the first time and jumped to the next one, my thanks to you sir.

I'll try not to let it happen again.

Don

- Only having some fun mate, we've all done it.

26-05-2007, 08:37	#1
Don Coffey Briskodian Join Date: May 2007 Location: Gleno, Larne, Northern Ireland Posts: 13 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Looking to join the Octy Set. Hi Guys, As the heading says, I'm in the market for a new car and have come across the new Scout. I would like to pick your brains as to what options are worth having, are discounts possible and what are your experiances with regards to reliability, build quality fuel consumption etc. I am looking at the TDi model with a published combined MPG of 42, what is the real world avg. What is the general thinking to the likes of Sat Nav, and Blue Tooth, are you guys going with factory options of more in favour of aftermarket and if so which brands? Sorry guys’ lots of questions but hopefully you can fill me in as much as possible. I am currently working abroad so wont be in a position to see/drive the car until July but having this info up front will help me so much. Thanks in advance. Don

28-05-2007, 16:43	#2
Don Coffey Briskodian Join Date: May 2007 Location: Gleno, Larne, Northern Ireland Posts: 13 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Looking to join the Octy Set. Bumping this up a bit. I'm a little surprised to no response. Am I not asking the right question? Do any of you guys have the Scout and if so what are your thoughts? Don

28-05-2007, 16:49	#3
dstev2000 Briskodian Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Back in the Green Posts: 3,829 Thanks: 38 Thanked 151 Times in 137 Posts	Re: Looking to join the Octy Set. First hand information on the scout is very thin on the ground so unfortunately you won't get much in the way of feedback. As it's based on the normal Octavia you can't really go wrong with it. The 2.0 TDI would be my engine of choice due to the combination of grunt and economy. My 2.0 TDI used to return a good 50mpg when drivern carefully. I am waiting on my third Octaiva now (all company cars) which says a lot as they have all had a hard life as other mobile service engineers will testify! __________________ MY08 L&K: Black-Estate-Diesel-Sunset Glass-MFD2-W8 Interior light-Colour coded door strips-LED sidelights and Puddle lights-VAG-COM fettled-Lovely! SWMBO's: MY08 vRS TDI - Standard

28-05-2007, 16:51	#4
VRStu Briskoda Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Hampshire Posts: 20,405 Thanks: 113 Thanked 918 Times in 825 Posts	Re: Looking to join the Octy Set. Don The Scout is very new and I've not read of any owners on here. The Bluetooth hasn't been a UK option and therefore probably wouldn't be commented on. The sat nav is expensive but if you look on my Octavia website you'll have some handy retrofit info to hand. __________________ Stu - Freedom Pimp Stu's Websites - http://www.fabia-vrs.com & http://www.octavia-vrs.com Stu's Car - 2007 Octavia vRS, Race Blue, Xenons, Columbus Navigation, Rear Parking Sensors, Maxi Dot, Light Assist, Jumbo Box, 18" Alloys, Stu's Cruise Control & OEM Integrated Bluetooth Telephone. SWMBO's Car - 2008 Seat LEON TDi Stylance, Black Magic, Sports Pack, Rear Parking Sensors. Something for Weekend - 2002 Lotus Elise RaceTech, Gunmetal, Radio, Carpet Mats.

28-05-2007, 18:09	#5
gadgetman Go Gadget Octy! Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 2,830 Thanks: 149 Thanked 90 Times in 83 Posts	Re: Looking to join the Octy Set. Phone kit wise, I'd recommend getting a phone firm to istall a Nokia or Parrot kit for you.

28-05-2007, 19:09	#6
Don Coffey Briskodian Join Date: May 2007 Location: Gleno, Larne, Northern Ireland Posts: 13 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Looking to join the Octy Set. Cheers for the response guys, I'm getting the feeling after spending time reading through a number of threads that there just doesn't seem to be any major problems with the Octavia. Other than some noises towards creaks and groans it looks like Skoda real are very reliable, economical and outstanding value. I didn't expect a lot of Scout owners as the car is so new but it would have been nice to at least chat to one. VRstu, you mentioned the retro fit Nav system, does this work out cheaper than the dealer fit price? If so, how much is saved? I think Parrot is the way to go on the Blue Tooth front. Thanks again and please add more if you feel you can. Don

28-05-2007, 19:12	#7
dstev2000 Briskodian Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Back in the Green Posts: 3,829 Thanks: 38 Thanked 151 Times in 137 Posts	Re: Looking to join the Octy Set. All of the retrofit info can be found here: Octavia-vRS.com - MFD2 Install Guide And a sample of the available units is here: eBay.co.uk - Skoda MFD2, mfd2, In-Car Entertainment GPS, Car Parts items at low prices I did mine last year and it came to about £450 all in so much cheaper than the £1350 that a factory fit would cost (and it stays off the P11D value) HTH __________________ MY08 L&K: Black-Estate-Diesel-Sunset Glass-MFD2-W8 Interior light-Colour coded door strips-LED sidelights and Puddle lights-VAG-COM fettled-Lovely! SWMBO's: MY08 vRS TDI - Standard

28-05-2007, 19:24	#9
Don Coffey Briskodian Join Date: May 2007 Location: Gleno, Larne, Northern Ireland Posts: 13 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Looking to join the Octy Set. dstev, thanks for the info, that's the way to go and the retrofit guide is outstanding, even a techno idiot like myself can follow that. Don

28-05-2007, 19:28	#10
dstev2000 Briskodian Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Back in the Green Posts: 3,829 Thanks: 38 Thanked 151 Times in 137 Posts	Re: Looking to join the Octy Set. Thank Stu for the guide __________________ MY08 L&K: Black-Estate-Diesel-Sunset Glass-MFD2-W8 Interior light-Colour coded door strips-LED sidelights and Puddle lights-VAG-COM fettled-Lovely! SWMBO's: MY08 vRS TDI - Standard

29-05-2007, 17:57	#13
Don Coffey Briskodian Join Date: May 2007 Location: Gleno, Larne, Northern Ireland Posts: 13 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Looking to join the Octy Set. Stu, My apoligies, I didn't read you post right the first time and jumped to the next one, my thanks to you sir. I'll try not to let it happen again. Don

29-05-2007, 18:04	#14
Tom_vRS Briskodaholic Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Fenland, Cambridgeshire Posts: 11,031 Thanks: 584 Thanked 373 Times in 255 Posts	Re: Looking to join the Octy Set. Can I point forum members to the "Thanks" button at the bottom of posts... __________________ 97/R BMW 328i in Boston Green. Don't miss the new DR COLORCHIPS GROUP BUY!

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