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    well i booked a test drive for the Fabia Rs.

    all i can say is Wow just Wow. it was everything i expected but more. to the seats to the looks to the space and not to mention that power. Its a massive jump from my suzuki swift lol.

    i was able to use the normal drive mode and sports mode. for my self personally i loved the sports mode. I will be trading my car in for a Fabia Rs middle of the year when funds permit.

    cant wait till its mine.

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    And I will be there to welcome you to the Polo GTI / Fabia RS brotherhood.

    Current Ride: Golf GTI Mk7 MY2014|DSG|Carbon Steel
    Previous Ride: Polo GTI MY2012|DSG|RNS510|Shadow Blue|Lenso GF7 18” rims
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    • #3
      thanks Lemonskin. this year is a big year for me but i so cant wait to get into this lil beast pocket rocket... for those who have one i am a massive Music fan what is the stock system like? what needs upgrading speakers headunit ect ect?

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      • #4
        Originally posted by Skodadsg View Post
        thanks Lemonskin. this year is a big year for me but i so cant wait to get into this lil beast pocket rocket... for those who have one i am a massive Music fan what is the stock system like? what needs upgrading speakers headunit ect ect?
        Hmm well I'm not the biggest audio freak, the speakers in the Polo GTI with the RCD510 head unit work fine for me. Must say when I upgraded from the RCD310 to the RCD510 it made a noticeable difference, much better sound. Not sure if the Fabia RS has the same speaker system... But I'm guessing you'll probably want to upgrade.

        Current Ride: Golf GTI Mk7 MY2014|DSG|Carbon Steel
        Previous Ride: Polo GTI MY2012|DSG|RNS510|Shadow Blue|Lenso GF7 18” rims
        Instagram: @lemonskin

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        • #5
          Originally posted by Skodadsg View Post
          thanks Lemonskin. this year is a big year for me but i so cant wait to get into this lil beast pocket rocket... for those who have one i am a massive Music fan what is the stock system like? what needs upgrading speakers headunit ect ect?
          Welcome mate (in advance!)

          Yep, the stock system in the Fabis RS is pretty dodgy if you appreciate fine sound systems...
          I would allow yourself some extra cash and budget for a full new sound system...

          Just my two cents worth.

          Enjoy the whole buying / choosing / waiting experience!

          Oh and what colour etc are you going for?
          2018 Ralyee Green RS wagon. Fully optioned.
          Previous vehicles:2015 Volvo V60 Polestar (my one detour from VW/Skoda!)
          2013 Platin grey RS wagon / 2012 White Polo GTI / 2009 Black 125 Tiguan

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          • #6
            thanks guys,

            yeah i have two alpine subs in my custom box i built and two alpine amps so luckly i'll only have to fork out on good good speakers for the new beast.

            Colour choice i am leaning towards the Lava Blue or maybe the rallye Green with the black rims. ( or i could just leave it for a surprise for all you guys n i'll post up pics when i get her )

            as for waiting im not to picky on the wait sometimes when you wait for things its worth the wait. or if im not to picky on colour i could always buy the one on the show room floor lol.

            over all i was happy with the car.



            also what are the common mods for these little pocket rockets ?
            Last edited by Skodadsg; 09-02-2013, 05:01 PM.

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            • #7
              It will be good to have another member of "the club".
              Now gone.... 2012 Skoda Fabia RS

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              • #8
                Originally posted by Skodadsg View Post
                thanks guys,

                yeah i have two alpine subs in my custom box i built and two alpine amps so luckly i'll only have to fork out on good good speakers for the new beast.

                Colour choice i am leaning towards the Lava Blue or maybe the rallye Green with the black rims. ( or i could just leave it for a surprise for all you guys n i'll post up pics when i get her )

                as for waiting im not to picky on the wait sometimes when you wait for things its worth the wait. or if im not to picky on colour i could always buy the one on the show room floor lol.

                over all i was happy with the car.



                also what are the common mods for these little pocket rockets ?
                As many of you have seen...I love the Ralyee Green colour with a black roof and black wheels!
                I reckon it is one of the best colour combos for an awesome car like the RS!

                So ...hatch or wagon???
                2018 Ralyee Green RS wagon. Fully optioned.
                Previous vehicles:2015 Volvo V60 Polestar (my one detour from VW/Skoda!)
                2013 Platin grey RS wagon / 2012 White Polo GTI / 2009 Black 125 Tiguan

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                • #9
                  You'll love every second. I've had mine three months and I still just go out for an excuse to drive it.

                  Colour? Race Blue is rare if you can get one. +1 to Rallye Green too.
                  NOW: 2018 MY19 Kodiaq Luxury and Tech Packs: 132kW Petrol 7DSG Sunroof and Ivory Leather
                  HISTORY: 2012 Fabia RS (FOR SALE) ; 2013 Fabia RS (SOLD); 2015 Octavia RS 135TDI (SOLD)

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                  • #10
                    Congrats. My platin grey one is due early March, so I get to enjoy the fun with you.

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                    • #11
                      Hey Trav (hehe yes I know him actually haha),

                      Great choice mate and as I said before congrats.

                      You'll love the car as a whole package!!!!!

                      Common mods?? Mate make sure you save up enough so you can order stuff from either SuperSkoda or Milotec

                      Shame Miss. Gillard get's in the way with her high taxes which means we can't order much overseas
                      MY12 - Octavia vRS Liftback, Brilliant Silver Metallic - Revo Stage 2
                      MY12 - Superb Ambition Wagon, Black Magic pearl effect

                      http://www.auskoda.com

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                      • #12
                        Originally posted by The Speedfighter View Post
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                        Shame Miss. Gillard get's in the way with her high taxes which means we can't order much overseas
                        What are you on about? What high taxes?

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                        • #13
                          Anything over $1000 and you have to pay GST (and maybe customs duty I'm not sure) on it.

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                          • #14
                            Originally posted by Rubbadub View Post
                            It will be good to have another member of "the club".
                            I drove a wagon last week and was also superimpressed,tossing up between it and the Octavia vrs but to be honest the Fabia i liked better.. Do any of you fabia rs'ers have any concerns regarding the 132tsi's motor/gearbox matches given the well publisized problems with the 118 motor/gearbox longevity- i do a fair few k's and its a work car?
                            Current:12 Golf GTD, Mods on order -Bluefin Remap, Mods planned-plenty
                            Former:08 GT Sport TDI DSG Bluefin, HPA SHS Coilovers,H&R Swaybars with Whiteline Adj Links

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                              Re: first drive Fabia Rs

                              Originally posted by stormshark View Post
                              I drove a wagon last week and was also superimpressed,tossing up between it and the Octavia vrs but to be honest the Fabia i liked better.. Do any of you fabia rs'ers have any concerns regarding the 132tsi's motor/gearbox matches given the well publisized problems with the 118 motor/gearbox longevity- i do a fair few k's and its a work car?
                              My 118 Jetta owning mate loves driving my Fabia. His car has had all the usual problems, mine has had none (so far). He says mine changes faster and more surely. I had driven his Jetta too and I feel general handling and acceleration is smoother in the Fabia.

                              I do make sure to let the engine and gearbox "stretch their legs" a little each time I drive it rather than just peddling along all the time.


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                              NOW: 2018 MY19 Kodiaq Luxury and Tech Packs: 132kW Petrol 7DSG Sunroof and Ivory Leather
                              HISTORY: 2012 Fabia RS (FOR SALE) ; 2013 Fabia RS (SOLD); 2015 Octavia RS 135TDI (SOLD)

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