1995 Skoda Favorit LX review from Turkey
"Cheap reliable, but not comfortable"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Engine sound was like a sewing machine. after replacing pistons, connection rods etc etc. it became normal.
Was drinking lots of antifreeze-water. solved after replacing cylinder head gasget.
Car is extremeley noisy as if engine is running on your lap. and lots of wind noise.
Interior plastics are very hard so they make lots of noise.
Tachometer stopped working. had been repaired, but now it is not functioning properly again.
Because of the noise they make door hinge roll pins had to be replaced. they really make disturbing noise.
Unreliable electric system especially after rain many things can go wrong.
General comments?
Although I have written many problematic issues about the car honestly I must say it is reliable.
Start quickly in the morning even at -20. heating system is very good.
Not a fast car and does not a have powerful engine, but very economic.
Spare parts are very very cheap.
Brakes are not very reliable need a quite long disance to stop the car.
Can be uncomfortable on long journeys.
although mine does not have power steering handling is easy.
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Model Year | 1995 |
| First year of ownership | 2006 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.3 carburettor Manual |
| Performance marks | 5/10 |
| Reliability marks | 6/10 |
| Comfort marks | 5/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 42800 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 59600 kilometres |
| Previous car | toyota corolla |
| Date of Entry | 27th November, 2007 |