2002 Skoda Fabia MPi review from Dominican Republic
"A very BAD CAR. Don't buy Skoda"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Since I bought the car I had electric problems, had to replace the ignition at 49,000KM.
Replaced all front bushings, and tune up was made at 49,000KM up to 500 dollars. Car stayed in the shop about 3 days. Since they do not know what really was the problem.
Front powered windows don't work fine, squeaking noise is produced when its used. Still bad.
Muffler broke at 52,000KM - $50.
Ignition replaced again, same electric problem at 53,000KM. This time the car spent more than 7 days in the shop, since this time they were clueless about the car's problem. This time the bill was for $700.
Squeaking noise comes from the dashboard and from the trunk.
General comments?
The car is not as that good as people say, the engine runs badly, and fuel consumption is high for its class.
I don't recommend it.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 2002 |
| Year of manufacture | 2002 |
| First year of ownership | 2006 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.4 Manual |
| Performance marks | 5 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 5 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 4 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 2 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 45000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 56000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Peugeot 206 |
| Date of Entry | 8th September, 2006 |