1999 Skoda Octavia GLXi review from Iceland
"Very good value for money"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The line between the brake Vacuum and intake manifold broke at 52000 km.
Water leaking into the car trough right rear door.
Nothing else has actually gone wrong.
General comments?
There are some things that could be better engineered. Like for example the plastic under the car at front tends to get all loose in snow, I have lifted the car 1 1/2" from the ground at suspension and that helps a lot.
Squeaky doors, but needed new "thingies" that the door locks to front and rear.
The engine is Powerful compared the weight of the car and it is extremely economical.
On highways it uses only 5.5 per 100 kilometers.
In the city it uses only 6.5 - 7 liters per 100 kilometers.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1999 |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6 74 KW Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 6 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 40000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 54000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Suzuki Grand Vitara |
| Date of Entry | 18th July, 2002 |