Lightcliffe Skoda - Halifax

***DGW*** · 13-10-2005, 14:25

Lightcliffe Skoda
Shay Syke
Halifax
HX1 2ND

01422 380380

Authorised Repairer only

***DGW*** · 13-10-2005, 14:27

Originally posted by 4X4Octavia - Fri Apr 2, 2004

Offered me a good (relative) price for my 4x4 Octy against an ex-demo superb 1.9td elegance. When I collected the car (I live in Sussex) I found some damage that was previously unseen. I took delivery of the car which, when I was ready, they collected on a flatbed, repaired and returned it. They even serviced it!

Superb Service for a Superb service!

cc_7up · 15-04-2006, 07:43

Having bought a fabia Tdi elegance estate from them for my wife i then bought an Octavia Tdi L & K estate for myself 6 months later.This is because of the excellent way they do business. When it is time to buy my next Skoda i will be back to them again. My local Skoda show rooms are not in the same customer relations league as 'Lightcliffe Skoda' in Halifax

I live in Loughborough (Leicestershire) which is 102 miles away

cc_7up

primey · 21-07-2006, 22:46

Had some warrenty work done by them a few weeks ago for a faulty wire.

They had the car a couple of days as it was a matter of spending time fault finding.

Free Octavia TDi estate car thrown for the 2 day my car was in. Fault fixed. Very friendly and incredible service.

RECOMMENDED

lozgti · 07-12-2006, 09:26

This seems like a good idea of theirs

Lightcliffe Skoda vRS

Dedicated vrs centre?

skudmissile · 03-01-2007, 23:42

total waste of my time and money. never again will i use lightcliffe halifax.

sales is exellent but service is very poor.

DaveyBoyWonder · 06-02-2007, 20:26

I live just up the road from the showroom and I've been in a couple of times to look at Fabia vRS's and they've been nothing but ultra helpful. More than willing to answer my questions, talk to me about the car - its good points (can't remember any bad points!).

For my last car I didn't buy from a specialist dealer (and I regretted it) but I can guarantee that when the time comes in a few months to go and get me a vRS then I'll be putting my money their way...

Mouse · 06-02-2007, 22:06

Yep. Good service received here. Mechanics are keen and the place is buzzing.
Seems like they really like customers here.
Cannot fault.
Thumbs up..

MAPGO · 01-03-2007, 21:14

Took car in on Feb 16th due to what appeared to be an oil leak, diagnosed that there was a leak from the Turbo, which would need to be replaced. "we'll order the part and ring you when it arrives"

March 1st - I ring the dealer "Oh yes the we have the part, when do you want to bring the car in" Question is when would they have got around to ringing me, I did ask what date the part arrived but the person was unable to tell me!

Car was bought new from Lightcliffe's Huddersfield Branch at the end of December, and I found their customer support to be A1 but so far I am disppointed with the Halifax branch.

MAPGO

New turbo now fitted - took a full day for garage to fit as apparently there is alot more to strip down on the 4x4, but no complaints as loan car was supplied - so no excuse for taking a day off!!!

dgexafs · 04-05-2007, 15:30

Purchased a 54 Plate Octavia II 1.9TDI Classic about 6 weeks ago, and was very happy with the price, deal & trade in value for my old Honda (99 Civic).

Had a few teething problems - coolant leak (replacement radiator) and bonnet release catch (replaced) which have both been rectified under warranty without any quibbles whatsoever.

The radiator leak could only be picked up when driving (30 mins pressure test showed the tiniest of leaks when you were really looking for it).

The sales and service staff have always been fantastic- even with the five year old (child) in tow and the courtesy cars have been Ok (for a 1.4 petrol - boy do you get used to the diesel torque quickly).

Happy to recommend them to anyone (and have done numerous times already) and will go back when looking to upgrade again even though they are not my closest dealers.

vRSLen · 04-05-2007, 19:34

Quote:

Originally Posted by dgexafs

Purchased a 54 Plate Octavia II 1.9TDI Classic about 6 weeks ago, and was very happy with the price, deal & trade in value for my old Honda (99 Civic).

Had a few teething problems - coolant leak (replacement radiator) and bonnet release catch (replaced) which have both been rectified under warranty without any quibbles whatsoever.

The radiator leak could only be picked up when driving (30 mins pressure test showed the tiniest of leaks when you were really looking for it).

The sales and service staff have always been fantastic- even with the five year old (child) in tow and the courtesy cars have been Ok (for a 1.4 petrol - boy do you get used to the diesel torque quickly).

Happy to recommend them to anyone (and have done numerous times already) and will go back when looking to upgrade again even though they are not my closest dealers.

Nice to hear.

Thought it was going down the pan last time I had dealings with them.

Must have just been the change over transition.

tim_o_boy · 05-05-2007, 16:17

I live 5 minutes away from them and bought my Octavia vRS from them new in 2004. I've been back for annual services and an issue with the front brakes squealing. They've always been great.

So I'm worried about this transition period you talk about. It's a while since I've been - is it under new ownership or something?

cliveus · 13-06-2007, 16:12

Quote:

Originally Posted by tim_o_boy

I live 5 minutes away from them and bought my Octavia vRS from them new in 2004. I've been back for annual services and an issue with the front brakes squealing. They've always been great.

So I'm worried about this transition period you talk about. It's a while since I've been - is it under new ownership or something?

Yeah, Lightcliffe has been taken over. They sold the VW dearlership at Shelf, the dealership in Huddersfield to DM Keith as they lost so much money, and Lightcliffe to a firm from Manchester. They sacked Tim from Hx Skoda and put in the manager who was in the Huddersfield branch. Bearing in mind, this is the manager that lost all the money in Huddersfield, where is leading Lightcliffe Skoda Halifax?

vRSLen · 13-06-2007, 20:04

Well, my favorite salesman at Halifax knew he was leaving so did me a good deal
before he left

gtjunior · 19-06-2007, 23:10

Quote:

Originally Posted by skudmissile

i feel these have gone down the pan. the new manger is rubbish and doesn't even have the skill to return phone calls.

wouldnt waste my time or money going to lightcliffe

What have they not got back to you about?

Also is the new manger called Neil??

Ive got a few crappy really ARRHHH problems with my furby just carnt be doing with going in dropping car off for hours to find out its taken them 4hours to look at what parts they need.

Mr Grumpy · 05-07-2007, 20:18

Another

for Nigel at Lightcliffe.
( no, we are not having an affair )
The Octavias service light came on yesterday, telling me it was due its 40k service.
I called in, for a price, and it was taken off me there and then, a courtesy car offered, and as a goodwill gesture, was given a 50% discount on the cost of the service.
Is that good or what?

Mr Grumpy · 05-07-2007, 21:04

Quote:

Originally Posted by vRSLen

A good result Graham

I told them not to wash it though, as I am convinced their valeter is Edward Scissorhands blind twin.

Mr Grumpy · 04-08-2007, 21:19

Although they are once again 'in transition' ( details as soon as allowed)
I was quoted over £600 for work needed on my modified fabia, from a well respected 'site sponsor, and was willing to pay it, as they are well respected.
I asked for a quote from Lightcliffe, and paid £100 less for all the work, with the job done straight away, courtesy car, and £50 off a Road Angel as a thank you.
If Nigel goes, in the impending upheaval, I may end up buying a Proton.......
And NO, we are not having an affair ( although I suspect my wife may be...)

vRSLen · 04-08-2007, 22:07

Another impending upheaval?

Glad to know they are still looking after people

gav_vrs · 10-08-2007, 17:05

never use them again after seeing my car being driven like it was stolen by one of the mechanics. It pulled out of skoda wheels spinning then preceded to overtake several cars very dangerously.. amazing what happens when they dont know you are watching

13-10-2005, 14:25	#1
*DGW* BRISKODA Staff Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Cambridgeshire Posts: 17,002 Thanks: 41 Thanked 148 Times in 112 Posts	Lightcliffe Skoda - Halifax Lightcliffe Skoda Shay Syke Halifax HX1 2ND 01422 380380 Authorised Repairer only Last edited by DGW; 17-09-2007 at 08:39. Reason: Dealer status amended.

15-04-2006, 07:43	#3
cc_7up Briskodian Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Loughborough Posts: 24 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Lightcliffe Skoda - Halifax Having bought a fabia Tdi elegance estate from them for my wife i then bought an Octavia Tdi L & K estate for myself 6 months later.This is because of the excellent way they do business. When it is time to buy my next Skoda i will be back to them again. My local Skoda show rooms are not in the same customer relations league as 'Lightcliffe Skoda' in Halifax I live in Loughborough (Leicestershire) which is 102 miles away cc_7up Last edited by cc_7up; 15-04-2006 at 07:46.

21-07-2006, 22:46	#4
primey Briskodian Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: South Yorkshire Posts: 846 Thanks: 3 Thanked 8 Times in 8 Posts	Re: Lightcliffe Skoda - Halifax Had some warrenty work done by them a few weeks ago for a faulty wire. They had the car a couple of days as it was a matter of spending time fault finding. Free Octavia TDi estate car thrown for the 2 day my car was in. Fault fixed. Very friendly and incredible service. RECOMMENDED __________________ Paul My Car - Nightfire Blue Superb - 2.5 V6 TDi - Dark Leather Interior - Xenons - Serious Pimp Tints - Sat Nav - Detchable Towbar - Green Cotton Panel Filter - MINTEX Xtreme Performance Brake Pads - Chrome Wing Mirrors - 18" New RS4 Rims - Neuspeed Lower Rear ARB - Pipewerx Custom Stainless Exhaust with 200cel Cat - Custom Code PHASE II Remap - Huge Smile - Can my bank account keep up? ...

07-12-2006, 09:26	#5
lozgti Briskodian Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: midlands Posts: 5,601 Thanks: 9 Thanked 8 Times in 8 Posts	Re: Lightcliffe Skoda - Halifax This seems like a good idea of theirs Lightcliffe Skoda vRS Dedicated vrs centre?

03-01-2007, 23:42	#6
skudmissile Moving Stables Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 3,097 Thanks: 399 Thanked 176 Times in 158 Posts	Re: Lightcliffe Skoda - Halifax total waste of my time and money. never again will i use lightcliffe halifax. sales is exellent but service is very poor. Last edited by ColinD; 24-07-2007 at 13:09. Reason: Removed one bit of comment.

13-10-2005, 14:27	#2
*DGW* BRISKODA Staff Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Cambridgeshire Posts: 17,002 Thanks: 41 Thanked 148 Times in 112 Posts	Originally posted by 4X4Octavia - Fri Apr 2, 2004 Offered me a good (relative) price for my 4x4 Octy against an ex-demo superb 1.9td elegance. When I collected the car (I live in Sussex) I found some damage that was previously unseen. I took delivery of the car which, when I was ready, they collected on a flatbed, repaired and returned it. They even serviced it! Superb Service for a Superb service!

06-02-2007, 20:26	#7
DaveyBoyWonder Briskodian Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Halifax Posts: 8 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Lightcliffe Skoda - Halifax I live just up the road from the showroom and I've been in a couple of times to look at Fabia vRS's and they've been nothing but ultra helpful. More than willing to answer my questions, talk to me about the car - its good points (can't remember any bad points!). For my last car I didn't buy from a specialist dealer (and I regretted it) but I can guarantee that when the time comes in a few months to go and get me a vRS then I'll be putting my money their way...

06-02-2007, 22:06	#8
Mouse Briskodian Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 400 Thanks: 33 Thanked 28 Times in 27 Posts	Re: Lightcliffe Skoda - Halifax Yep. Good service received here. Mechanics are keen and the place is buzzing. Seems like they really like customers here. Cannot fault. Thumbs up.. __________________ Black Magic Fabia v/RS *Skoda Fabia VRS ! Practical & Exciting !*

01-03-2007, 21:14	#9
MAPGO Briskodian Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Leeds Posts: 153 Thanks: 1 Thanked 4 Times in 4 Posts	Re: Lightcliffe Skoda - Halifax Took car in on Feb 16th due to what appeared to be an oil leak, diagnosed that there was a leak from the Turbo, which would need to be replaced. "we'll order the part and ring you when it arrives" March 1st - I ring the dealer "Oh yes the we have the part, when do you want to bring the car in" Question is when would they have got around to ringing me, I did ask what date the part arrived but the person was unable to tell me! Car was bought new from Lightcliffe's Huddersfield Branch at the end of December, and I found their customer support to be A1 but so far I am disppointed with the Halifax branch. MAPGO New turbo now fitted - took a full day for garage to fit as apparently there is alot more to strip down on the 4x4, but no complaints as loan car was supplied - so no excuse for taking a day off!!! Last edited by MAPGO; 09-03-2007 at 19:41. Reason: Update

04-05-2007, 15:30	#10
dgexafs Briskodian Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Oldham, Lancs Posts: 20 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Lightcliffe Skoda - Halifax Purchased a 54 Plate Octavia II 1.9TDI Classic about 6 weeks ago, and was very happy with the price, deal & trade in value for my old Honda (99 Civic). Had a few teething problems - coolant leak (replacement radiator) and bonnet release catch (replaced) which have both been rectified under warranty without any quibbles whatsoever. The radiator leak could only be picked up when driving (30 mins pressure test showed the tiniest of leaks when you were really looking for it). The sales and service staff have always been fantastic- even with the five year old (child) in tow and the courtesy cars have been Ok (for a 1.4 petrol - boy do you get used to the diesel torque quickly). Happy to recommend them to anyone (and have done numerous times already) and will go back when looking to upgrade again even though they are not my closest dealers.

05-05-2007, 16:17	#12
tim_o_boy Briskodian Join Date: Oct 2004 Posts: 7 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Lightcliffe Skoda - Halifax I live 5 minutes away from them and bought my Octavia vRS from them new in 2004. I've been back for annual services and an issue with the front brakes squealing. They've always been great. So I'm worried about this transition period you talk about. It's a while since I've been - is it under new ownership or something?

13-06-2007, 20:04	#14
vRSLen Bully Bully :) Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: West Yorkshire Posts: 4,500 Thanks: 169 Thanked 156 Times in 103 Posts	Re: Lightcliffe Skoda - Halifax Well, my favorite salesman at Halifax knew he was leaving so did me a good deal before he left __________________ Current car: Black MKII Octavia vRS Combi Previous: Black MKI Octavia vRS Combi Black Fabia Elegance 100 BHP

05-07-2007, 20:18	#16
Mr Grumpy Ho Hum Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Not here Posts: 4,484 Thanks: 7 Thanked 155 Times in 91 Posts	Re: Lightcliffe Skoda - Halifax Another for Nigel at Lightcliffe. ( no, we are not having an affair ) The Octavias service light came on yesterday, telling me it was due its 40k service. I called in, for a price, and it was taken off me there and then, a courtesy car offered, and as a goodwill gesture, was given a 50% discount on the cost of the service. Is that good or what? __________________ I turned the light off.............

04-08-2007, 21:19	#18
Mr Grumpy Ho Hum Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Not here Posts: 4,484 Thanks: 7 Thanked 155 Times in 91 Posts	Re: Lightcliffe Skoda - Halifax Although they are once again 'in transition' ( details as soon as allowed) I was quoted over £600 for work needed on my modified fabia, from a well respected 'site sponsor, and was willing to pay it, as they are well respected. I asked for a quote from Lightcliffe, and paid £100 less for all the work, with the job done straight away, courtesy car, and £50 off a Road Angel as a thank you. If Nigel goes, in the impending upheaval, I may end up buying a Proton....... And NO, we are not having an affair ( although I suspect my wife may be...) __________________ I turned the light off.............

04-08-2007, 22:07	#19
vRSLen Bully Bully :) Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: West Yorkshire Posts: 4,500 Thanks: 169 Thanked 156 Times in 103 Posts	Re: Lightcliffe Skoda - Halifax Another impending upheaval? Glad to know they are still looking after people __________________ Current car: Black MKII Octavia vRS Combi Previous: Black MKI Octavia vRS Combi Black Fabia Elegance 100 BHP

10-08-2007, 17:05	#20
gav_vrs Briskodian Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: todmorden Posts: 151 Thanks: 1 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	Re: Lightcliffe Skoda - Halifax never use them again after seeing my car being driven like it was stolen by one of the mechanics. It pulled out of skoda wheels spinning then preceded to overtake several cars very dangerously.. amazing what happens when they dont know you are watching __________________ I have just got a 3 wheeler and its awesome

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