Advice Required on Optional Extras

cazgar · 22-11-2007, 22:37

Greetings Briskodians. Top site, bought a Fabia for the missus on the strength of this site & never looked back. Now the company car is due for a change & I'm thinking 2.0TDI Octavia Estate Laurin & Klement DSG but I need some help on optional extras.

I was going to go for front parking sensors, electric sunroof & metallic paint. Don't really need satnav as I have a tomtom.

Is there anything I've missed that you'd recommend? What is deal with bluetooth? Does that come as option or no. Thanks in advance.

**VRStu** · 22-11-2007, 22:41

I don't think the sunroof is that great myself. If you have the funding for the Columbus then I'd recomend it, it's an all in one solution. The L&K has most other things doesn't it. Sadly Bluetooth isn't currently an option.

cazgar · 22-11-2007, 22:43

Ok, thanks VRStu. What is Columbus? First timeI've come across that.

**VRStu** · 22-11-2007, 22:45

http://www.briskoda.net/forums/ice-s...ictures/90971/

**VRStu** · 22-11-2007, 22:47

http://www.briskoda.net/forums/new-o...sat-nav/92018/

cazgar · 22-11-2007, 22:51

Nice! Thanks again.

dstev2000 · 22-11-2007, 22:52

I can see someone ticking the sat nav option box sometime soon

L&K spec is excellent and metallic paint is standard. The only option I can see you going for is the front PDC. Don't forget tyre pressure monitoring is also an £80 option. If you are opting for the estate I would recommend the sunset privacy glass, It really boosts the appreance of the car, it's a £200 option and gives you darker tinted glass from the B pillar back.

cazgar · 22-11-2007, 23:02

How big is HDD on Columbus? All of a sudden interest peaked.

dstev2000 · 22-11-2007, 23:05

As Stu said, this link has the tech specs for the Columbus unit: http://www.briskoda.net/forums/new-o...sat-nav/92018/

The block of text below the picture of the unit has all the details.

It's 30 gig BTW but 10 gig is allocated for mapping.

gadgetman · 22-11-2007, 23:08

I always find front parking sensors a laughable option.

If you cant tell where the front stops......

simonsheil · 22-11-2007, 23:10

Quote:

Originally Posted by gadgetman

I always find front parking sensors a laughable option.

If you cant tell where the front stops......

I'd tempt you to get close on a 5 series beamer, If you dont park a mm from the end of the space it sticks out by a metre instead of half.

dstev2000 · 22-11-2007, 23:13

Front PDC would be nice in some of the more dubious NCP's* in good old London town.

Tight as a**holes is an understatement. Wish i'd ticked the front PDC and TPM boxes now, mainly so I can have more buttons in the car

* Other brands of dubious underground car park are available.

cazgar · 22-11-2007, 23:13

Got it. Too busy drooling over pics from Stu's previous link & skipped straight past it.

Thanks for tips. plenty to think on.

eddie2 · 22-11-2007, 23:15

Quote:

Originally Posted by gadgetman

I always find front parking sensors a laughable option.

If you cant tell where the front stops......

I actually find the front parking sensors more useful than the rear ones on my estate.

On an estate car you know that the back of the car is just a little bit further away than the rear window, but as the bonnet slopes away from the driver it is hard to tell exactly where the front of the car is when you are, for example, negotiating your way out of a tight parking space.

**VRStu** · 23-11-2007, 01:15

If you spend a bit of time in the car then you'll appreciate the single solution sound system and the mapping is top line.

bahnstormer vrs · 23-11-2007, 08:41

Quote:

Originally Posted by eddie2

I actually find the front parking sensors more useful than the rear ones on my estate.

On an estate car you know that the back of the car is just a little bit further away than the rear window, but as the bonnet slopes away from the driver it is hard to tell exactly where the front of the car is when you are, for example, negotiating your way out of a tight parking space.

I totally agree; seconded.

I have rear sensors on my hatch but not on the front (as opposed the the Estate, rear view from the hatch is awful so parking wotsits are essential). Even though I'm tall I can only see about 2/3rds the way down the bonnet, the rest is guess work. My wife can't see more than half way down the bonnet and is really nervous about parking the car.

Sunroof - don't bother.

You have not mentioned Xenon headlights, but I have just checked and these are standard on the L&K.

Are you a sporty driver? Have you considered 18" wheels and/or 'Sports' suspension OR sharpen up the handling without losing ride comfort with Koni FSDs shock absorbers (once you have bought the car).

PS> nothing else to discuss as the L&K seems to be totally spec'd otherwise.

billybrown · 23-11-2007, 09:50

I love the sunroof.
It lets daylight and fresh air into the cabin. Too noisy for motorway driving, but in the tilt position, and on a country lane, perfect!
Also handy for waving and taking videos of the road snaking ahead.....

bahnstormer vrs · 23-11-2007, 10:07

Quote:

Originally Posted by billybrown

Also handy for waving and taking videos of the road snaking ahead.....

I'll pass your comments onto the Health and Safety Executive.

They'll insist that you put a wire grid or something across the opening on all sunroofs so you can't.

cazgar · 23-11-2007, 10:09

Not really a sporty driver so I think I'll be happy as it comes.
Still undecided about sunroof.
Light leather or Alcantara onyx interior? I'm minded towards onyx, as I suspect I'd be forever cleaning the light leather.

bahnstormer vrs · 23-11-2007, 10:22

Quote:

Originally Posted by cazgar

Light leather or Alcantara onyx interior? I'm minded towards onyx, as I suspect I'd be forever cleaning the light leather.

Depends on your Exterior Colour; I always think a contrast will look good i.e. Dark metallic blue with Ivory or Silver with Onyx.

PS> stick to Leather, not Alacantra, it will wear better and you slip into it easily when getting in/out of the car.

skomaz · 23-11-2007, 10:54

Quote:

Originally Posted by eddie2

I actually find the front parking sensors more useful than the rear ones on my estate.

On an estate car you know that the back of the car is just a little bit further away than the rear window, but as the bonnet slopes away from the driver it is hard to tell exactly where the front of the car is when you are, for example, negotiating your way out of a tight parking space.

For the front the easiest way to tell where it is is to turn the headlights on. That way you can judge how close you are to something by how small the beam pattern is etc.

MarkyW · 23-11-2007, 22:00

Quote:

Originally Posted by cazgar

Not really a sporty driver so I think I'll be happy as it comes.
Still undecided about sunroof.
Light leather or Alcantara onyx interior? I'm minded towards onyx, as I suspect I'd be forever cleaning the light leather.

I found the standard L&K (well, the non-sports suspension Octavia to be honest) a little twitchy at higher speeds when we were originally looking to buy. Much prefer the general feel and solidity of the sports suspension pack and the look of the Pegasus wheels. Try both, you may be surprised.

We have the Onyx and Alcantara in our Scout and it is loverly.

Regards

Mark

dstev2000 · 23-11-2007, 22:05

For some reaon I think Black magic and light leather would make a really nice combination

The sports suspension is nice but (IMO) is a little uncomfortable on a longer journey. The standard suspension is a bit jiggly especially on the concrete motorways.

SusanS · 23-11-2007, 22:23

Quote:

Originally Posted by cazgar

Not really a sporty driver so I think I'll be happy as it comes.
Still undecided about sunroof.
Light leather or Alcantara onyx interior? I'm minded towards onyx, as I suspect I'd be forever cleaning the light leather.

I went for light leather and had it scotchguarded before I took delivery of car. It looks very nice.

cazgar · 23-11-2007, 22:36

When I told the boss today I was going for a skoda he tried his best to convince me to go for the spare 3-series beamer & couldn't seem to understand my resistance. I tried to explain about all the good reviews & cstomer satisfaction surveys.........just didn't register.

22-11-2007, 22:37	#1
cazgar Briskodian Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Gloucestershire Posts: 25 Members Car: Octavia Estate 2.0TDI Laurin & Klement DSG Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Advice Required on Optional Extras Greetings Briskodians. Top site, bought a Fabia for the missus on the strength of this site & never looked back. Now the company car is due for a change & I'm thinking 2.0TDI Octavia Estate Laurin & Klement DSG but I need some help on optional extras. I was going to go for front parking sensors, electric sunroof & metallic paint. Don't really need satnav as I have a tomtom. Is there anything I've missed that you'd recommend? What is deal with bluetooth? Does that come as option or no. Thanks in advance.

22-11-2007, 22:41	#2
VRStu Txt Spk Police Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Hampshire Posts: 20,856 Members Car: Audi S3 Thanks: 145 Thanked 999 Times in 895 Posts	Re: Advice Required on Optional Extras I don't think the sunroof is that great myself. If you have the funding for the Columbus then I'd recomend it, it's an all in one solution. The L&K has most other things doesn't it. Sadly Bluetooth isn't currently an option. __________________ Stu Stu's Websites - http://www.fabia-vrs.com & http://www.octavia-vrs.com Stu's Car - 2008 Audi S3 - Ibis White, Black Optics Pack, Privacy Glass, Auto Bi Xenon Headlights, Rain Sensing Wipers, Bose Sound System, Ipod Prep, GSM Phone Prep, Flat Bottom Multi Function Steering Wheel, Electric Folding Mirrors, Acoustic Parking, Cruise Control, Interior Light Pack, Non Smokers Pack. SWMBO's Car - 2008 Seat LEON TDi Stylance, Black Magic, Sports Pack, Rear Parking Sensors. Something for Weekend - A Patio

22-11-2007, 22:43	#3
cazgar Briskodian Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Gloucestershire Posts: 25 Members Car: Octavia Estate 2.0TDI Laurin & Klement DSG Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Re: Advice Required on Optional Extras Ok, thanks VRStu. What is Columbus? First timeI've come across that.

22-11-2007, 22:45	#4
VRStu Txt Spk Police Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Hampshire Posts: 20,856 Members Car: Audi S3 Thanks: 145 Thanked 999 Times in 895 Posts	Re: Advice Required on Optional Extras http://www.briskoda.net/forums/ice-s...ictures/90971/ __________________ Stu Stu's Websites - http://www.fabia-vrs.com & http://www.octavia-vrs.com Stu's Car - 2008 Audi S3 - Ibis White, Black Optics Pack, Privacy Glass, Auto Bi Xenon Headlights, Rain Sensing Wipers, Bose Sound System, Ipod Prep, GSM Phone Prep, Flat Bottom Multi Function Steering Wheel, Electric Folding Mirrors, Acoustic Parking, Cruise Control, Interior Light Pack, Non Smokers Pack. SWMBO's Car - 2008 Seat LEON TDi Stylance, Black Magic, Sports Pack, Rear Parking Sensors. Something for Weekend - A Patio

22-11-2007, 22:47	#5
VRStu Txt Spk Police Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Hampshire Posts: 20,856 Members Car: Audi S3 Thanks: 145 Thanked 999 Times in 895 Posts	Re: Advice Required on Optional Extras http://www.briskoda.net/forums/new-o...sat-nav/92018/ __________________ Stu Stu's Websites - http://www.fabia-vrs.com & http://www.octavia-vrs.com Stu's Car - 2008 Audi S3 - Ibis White, Black Optics Pack, Privacy Glass, Auto Bi Xenon Headlights, Rain Sensing Wipers, Bose Sound System, Ipod Prep, GSM Phone Prep, Flat Bottom Multi Function Steering Wheel, Electric Folding Mirrors, Acoustic Parking, Cruise Control, Interior Light Pack, Non Smokers Pack. SWMBO's Car - 2008 Seat LEON TDi Stylance, Black Magic, Sports Pack, Rear Parking Sensors. Something for Weekend - A Patio

22-11-2007, 22:51	#6
cazgar Briskodian Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Gloucestershire Posts: 25 Members Car: Octavia Estate 2.0TDI Laurin & Klement DSG Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Re: Advice Required on Optional Extras Nice! Thanks again.

22-11-2007, 22:52	#7
dstev2000 Briskodian Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Back in the Green Posts: 4,036 Members Car: 2 Octavia II's, an L&K combi and a vRS hatch. Thanks: 48 Thanked 168 Times in 153 Posts	Re: Advice Required on Optional Extras I can see someone ticking the sat nav option box sometime soon L&K spec is excellent and metallic paint is standard. The only option I can see you going for is the front PDC. Don't forget tyre pressure monitoring is also an £80 option. If you are opting for the estate I would recommend the sunset privacy glass, It really boosts the appreance of the car, it's a £200 option and gives you darker tinted glass from the B pillar back. __________________ 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

22-11-2007, 23:02	#8
cazgar Briskodian Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Gloucestershire Posts: 25 Members Car: Octavia Estate 2.0TDI Laurin & Klement DSG Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Re: Advice Required on Optional Extras How big is HDD on Columbus? All of a sudden interest peaked.

22-11-2007, 23:05	#9
dstev2000 Briskodian Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Back in the Green Posts: 4,036 Members Car: 2 Octavia II's, an L&K combi and a vRS hatch. Thanks: 48 Thanked 168 Times in 153 Posts	Re: Advice Required on Optional Extras As Stu said, this link has the tech specs for the Columbus unit: http://www.briskoda.net/forums/new-o...sat-nav/92018/ The block of text below the picture of the unit has all the details. It's 30 gig BTW but 10 gig is allocated for mapping. __________________ 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

22-11-2007, 23:08	#10
gadgetman Go Gadget Octy! Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 3,414 Members Car: Thanks: 220 Thanked 120 Times in 113 Posts	Re: Advice Required on Optional Extras I always find front parking sensors a laughable option. If you cant tell where the front stops...... __________________ Lick the window of life Why not join the Briskoda Last.fm group?

22-11-2007, 23:13	#12
dstev2000 Briskodian Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Back in the Green Posts: 4,036 Members Car: 2 Octavia II's, an L&K combi and a vRS hatch. Thanks: 48 Thanked 168 Times in 153 Posts	Re: Advice Required on Optional Extras Front PDC would be nice in some of the more dubious NCP's* in good old London town. Tight as a*holes is an understatement. Wish i'd ticked the front PDC and TPM boxes now, mainly so I can have more buttons in the car Other brands of dubious underground car park are available. __________________ 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

23-11-2007, 01:15	#15
VRStu Txt Spk Police Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Hampshire Posts: 20,856 Members Car: Audi S3 Thanks: 145 Thanked 999 Times in 895 Posts	Re: Advice Required on Optional Extras If you spend a bit of time in the car then you'll appreciate the single solution sound system and the mapping is top line. __________________ Stu Stu's Websites - http://www.fabia-vrs.com & http://www.octavia-vrs.com Stu's Car - 2008 Audi S3 - Ibis White, Black Optics Pack, Privacy Glass, Auto Bi Xenon Headlights, Rain Sensing Wipers, Bose Sound System, Ipod Prep, GSM Phone Prep, Flat Bottom Multi Function Steering Wheel, Electric Folding Mirrors, Acoustic Parking, Cruise Control, Interior Light Pack, Non Smokers Pack. SWMBO's Car - 2008 Seat LEON TDi Stylance, Black Magic, Sports Pack, Rear Parking Sensors. Something for Weekend - A Patio

23-11-2007, 09:50	#17
billybrown Briskodian Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 28 Members Car: Thanks: 2 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Re: Advice Required on Optional Extras I love the sunroof. It lets daylight and fresh air into the cabin. Too noisy for motorway driving, but in the tilt position, and on a country lane, perfect! Also handy for waving and taking videos of the road snaking ahead.....

23-11-2007, 10:09	#19
cazgar Briskodian Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Gloucestershire Posts: 25 Members Car: Octavia Estate 2.0TDI Laurin & Klement DSG Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Re: Advice Required on Optional Extras Not really a sporty driver so I think I'll be happy as it comes. Still undecided about sunroof. Light leather or Alcantara onyx interior? I'm minded towards onyx, as I suspect I'd be forever cleaning the light leather.

23-11-2007, 22:05	#23
dstev2000 Briskodian Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Back in the Green Posts: 4,036 Members Car: 2 Octavia II's, an L&K combi and a vRS hatch. Thanks: 48 Thanked 168 Times in 153 Posts	Re: Advice Required on Optional Extras For some reaon I think Black magic and light leather would make a really nice combination The sports suspension is nice but (IMO) is a little uncomfortable on a longer journey. The standard suspension is a bit jiggly especially on the concrete motorways. __________________ 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

23-11-2007, 22:36	#25
cazgar Briskodian Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Gloucestershire Posts: 25 Members Car: Octavia Estate 2.0TDI Laurin & Klement DSG Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Re: Advice Required on Optional Extras When I told the boss today I was going for a skoda he tried his best to convince me to go for the spare 3-series beamer & couldn't seem to understand my resistance. I tried to explain about all the good reviews & cstomer satisfaction surveys.........just didn't register.

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