Skoda Octavia 1.9 SDi

I bought mine 5 years old and it was an ex-taxi. Ok the front seat's a bit worn and I've had to tighten the door catches, but that's all. All the servicing has been taken care of in that time. It would just benefit from a better stereo (better one in my 13 year old Astra Estate). Getting 50 mpg and that's from an engine thats done 200k! Even if I have to have major engine work say I've still l won over the equivalent age car that's done 75k.

With a bit of work the bodywork has come up brilliantly (cost 40 worth of car care kit and some elbow grease!).

Reliable well built car which returns 55mpg with ease. Powerful engine and comfortable ride with lots of room, huge boot area. Very stylish looking estate car. Good for many many miles.

Car stereo very basic, has central locking but would benifit from a remote key fob.

I bought one to use as a stop-gap but can't bring myself to part with it. Great to drive even better when the fuel costs are very low.