I have sampled an Octavia

They all look lush. Any difference in emissions control systems: late 2019/early 2020 was around the time GPFs and VWG’s stupid external speakers to make them sound less dull started to appear?

At a quick glance I can’t see any differences between those on spec really. Dealers are generally pretty crap at listing extras properly so worth going over the images with a fine toothcomb. I can’t see any extra buttons for any of them on the bank of buttons near the shifter (eg. adaptive dampers). Another thing to look for is adaptive cruise as that can be identified from the stalk (if visible), and would be really nice to have. If any of them have a detachable tow bar lurking in the boot that would be a major plus and something the dealer might not list.

If you want a definite answer you could try asking the dealers to send to an image of the large sticker that’s under the boot carpet. It has a list of codes that details the specs/extras fitted.

Yeah the dealer spec lists are crap. One of them had DPF and 19″ wheels listed, it was clearly copied and pasted from the wrong car.

I believe that all the late model facelifts have the cruise control but I will look out for it. Adaptive dampers would be nice but they were an expensive option. A tow bar would be an awesome find as we need to buy one anyway and the prices are eye opening!

If you want a definite answer you could try asking the dealers to send to an image of the large sticker that’s under the boot carpet. It has a list of codes that details the specs/extras fitted.

Thanks for the tip, I’ll look out for this and grab some pictures of it.

This thread resulted in me buying a new car.

Started off looking at car OP wanted and thought it looked nice. So I set out finding my own. This led me down a rabbit hole of car shopping during which I concluded I didn’t want an Octavia. Ended up with a Ford Focus Estate Active, 1.5lt dirty diesel, Auto box. Lots of toys, fancy glass roof, dog seems to like it in the boot and got a good deal on a car with silly low miles for its age. Cheers OP.

Good work.

We actually bought one as well. The grey one sold before we got there so went to see another grey one in Castleford and it was a real disappointment considering it was the most expensive at 20k.

Anyway, long story short we put a deposit on this one… https://www.crowtherlodgemotorcompany.co.uk/used-skoda-octavia-gateshead-tyne-and-wear-5937036

It’s ‘almost’ immaculate barring a few stone chips. Inside is mint, wheels and tyres are good. It’s just had a service and DSG oil change.

I’m getting the train to Newcastle on Friday morning to bring it home.

I’ve deleted the Autotrader app and turned off eBay alerts. It was worth buying one just for that.

Just need someone to buy the Yeti now and we’re finished.

I do like to bring closure to a thread so here it is.

A day later than planned due to a death in the family (honestly. Unbelievable timing)

I just did the short drive from the dealer back to South Tyneside and it feels great.

The Mrs is upset about all the tiny scuffs and stone chips that she didn’t spot last week in the pouring rain even though I forced her to have a good look at it twice. It’s nothing we can’t touch up easily.

Now I need a tow bar (bloody hell, have you seen the price of those things?) and I might buy one of those tailored boot liner things before we wreck it with mud and scratches.

Looks awesome. Do not touch it up. Leave it or get a professional. You’ll put stone chips on it soon enough anyway.

That’s exactly what I said!

7 years the junior of mine in that colour too, except I also have the pano-roofed variety.

Think I’ve had it 3 years and it’s not put a tyre wrong yet, enjoy the ride!

@sharkattack I’ve had plastic boot trays in at least my last 4 cars. They are definitely worth it.

Now I need a tow bar (bloody hell, have you seen the price of those things?)

If you want a real laugh, ask a dealer. Mine told me it needed uprated oil cooler fitted if I was going to add a tow bar!

I think that’s because if you spec the factory tow bar on a new car it includes a larger intercooler. They might only sell it as a full package.

Regular tow balls are expensive enough. Not sure what I need yet but I’d like it to be detachable.

Nice, enjoy it and don’t worry about the little marks.   I also joined the STW Skoda owners this week but with a Superb and also missed a number of small imperfections in the pouring rain.  I figure some donkey will open a door on it soon enough so maybe it’s better not to start from too close to perfection (so long as it passes the 4ft test).

If you go detachable I have a Westfalia on my new car (that may be the factory fit brand).    I had a TowTrust on the last car.  Initial impression is that the TowTrust unit was easier to engage.  Familiarity will no doubt solve that.

Looks ace, enjoy!