VRS release

[Rubbadub]

At 3000km, car was again down to the 1/4 level, so added 250ml, which brought it back to 1/2 way up the dipstick cross-hatched section.

[Rubbadub]

Well, oil was down to about 1/4-1/3 of the cross-hatched section of the dipstick, and rather than wait for warning lights, I decided to add some oil. Went easy with 250ml, which took the level back to about 3/4 way up the cross-hatched section. Car has now done about 2400km, so hopefully this is just initial running-in oil burning rather than a sign of on-going issues.

[Rubbadub]

Ah, that makes sense. Thanks for the clarification.

[steveyoshi]

Yeah, I tried it again today. The manual suggested to wait "a few minutes" before using the dipstick, which I'd taken as 5-10. I waited 15 today, and the level was 3/4 up the cross-hatched section, which was what it was at 1100km. I think the car is using a little oil, as it was at top of that section around the 800km mark, but all the talk makes you a little paranoid and over-concerned about checking the levels.

I guess consistency in your checking is important as well as the level ground. In future, I'll make sure the car has been running at least 90 degrees on the digital oil temperature readout (the analogue one often reads 90 degrees when the digital one says the temp is in the 50's), and wait 15 minutes every time.

You have the temp guage readings wrong... the analogue guage in the bottom left corner is Water temp only, the digital one on the trip Computer centre screen is Oil temp. my water temp climbs really quick which is good and the oil temp takes at least 12 minutes from cold to get to 80 plus.

[Rubbadub]

Yeah, I tried it again today. The manual suggested to wait "a few minutes" before using the dipstick, which I'd taken as 5-10. I waited 15 today, and the level was 3/4 up the cross-hatched section, which was what it was at 1100km. I think the car is using a little oil, as it was at top of that section around the 800km mark, but all the talk makes you a little paranoid and over-concerned about checking the levels.

I guess consistency in your checking is important as well as the level ground. In future, I'll make sure the car has been running at least 90 degrees on the digital oil temperature readout (the analogue one often reads 90 degrees when the digital one says the temp is in the 50's), and wait 15 minutes every time.

[steveyoshi]

Ha. This guy knew what he was talking about. ^^

Incidentally, anyone having oil issues with their Fabia VRS? I've done about 1600km, and I've gone from the top of the cross-hatched section on the dipstick to the middle. That's within VW tolerance, but hopefully it's just a little in the running-in period and not a sign of things to come.

As I said before... after less than 2000ks, I (dealer) needed to use 700mls to top ours up. Car has now done 5500ks and it has needed no more, although it is just a little below the full line. Going for an oil and filter change at 7500ks but I expect that it will not use very much after the first 10000ks.

Make sure car is exactly level (a little out makes lots of difference) when checking oil level and ensure engine has been stopped at least 30mins from a full operating temperature.

[Rubbadub]

Ha. This guy knew what he was talking about. ^^

Incidentally, anyone having oil issues with their Fabia VRS? I've done about 1600km, and I've gone from the top of the cross-hatched section on the dipstick to the middle. That's within VW tolerance, but hopefully it's just a little in the running-in period and not a sign of things to come.

[Rubbadub]

Took a drive in an RS yesterday, great little car! I've tried a few performance cars lately, Golf GTI, Veloster Turbo, Lancer Ralliart, and it's as quick as the first two, and has less turbo lag than the latter (which I didn't take to, for some reason, maybe the dated interior). The RS probably isn't as stylish as the others, or as well kitted, but it's great value.

Unfortunately, I couldn't get the dealer to agree to the changeover figure I had in mind for my car. I'm not prepared to give my car away, and I'm patient, so there will be another day. Maybe I'll save up some more and buy a car outright, then sell privately, though that's a PITA.

Anyway, the RS would be definitely on my short list because of the aforementioned value for money.

[SchuMi2]

Mine was checked at around 450km and needed a little top up...I have now done 1250+/- and it seems OK. Great little car so far.

[steveyoshi]

Since the Polo GTI is so scarce (the two advertised on Carsales in suburban Perth apparently aren't "in stock", but that's another story...), I've turned my attention to the Skoda vRS. I'm concerned about the oil use issue surrounding the 1.4 twin charger motor these cars share. Can anyone enlighten me about their experiences with the Skoda vRS currently in stock around the nation?

Not sure exact kms atm, but when I checked the oil first AFTER a couple of weeks it seemed low although I was partly on uneven ground. Got the dealer to check and it needed 700ml which seemed a lot but was still above minimum. Has been checked several times since (@ least 2000kms) and all is good. No use at all since the initial 1000ks roughly. Car is mostly taken on short trips where oil just gets to temperature but is never driven hard cold.
On the weekends it is used spiritedly but only after 90degree oil temps and a full temp gauge or about 25kms.

Wouldn't worry personally and remember the Polo GTI is exactly the same...

[Rubbadub]

Since the Polo GTI is so scarce (the two advertised on Carsales in suburban Perth apparently aren't "in stock", but that's another story...), I've turned my attention to the Skoda vRS. I'm concerned about the oil use issue surrounding the 1.4 twin charger motor these cars share. Can anyone enlighten me about their experiences with the Skoda vRS currently in stock around the nation?

[Difinity]

Just ordered a vRS wagon (on lease) for about $29k with sunroof. Platin grey, anthracite blk wheels. Looks good and will drive well. Not so used to the 3-4 month delivery time though....
A good replacement for the other Swedish car

[steveyoshi]

Yep...less than 30K on road standard.
Ours is 2 months old now... brilliant bang for your buck even though Motor reckons it is only number 2 behind the Polo GTi
Definately a vRS according to badging but marketed as an RS. lol

Stephen

[pologti18t]

Just did a quick look on carsales.... quite a few VRS listed for well below 30K on road!

[wfdTamar]

Can anyone think of any car in the same sort of category as the Fabia RS wagon? I don't think there are any competitors. Lots of small hot hatches, but no wagons. Super city sporty/utilitarian car (I'm not so keen on any of the RS versions in the country because they're a bit to rough on dodgy roads).