New Skoda VRS

[paul_segr]

Me too!
My car was ordered way back in April, and has just arrived on the docks.
It is a red petrol RS wagon, I paid extra for the Bluetooth, MDI, MFS and DSG (that's a lot of TLAs) as well as the Xenons.
It is still unclear if the Xenons are now standard on the FL RS, but you other guys will know before I do.

I am out of town, so it may still be a couple of weeks before I can change over to the new car.

One thing that irks me slightly is that the Kiwis all get the upgraded stereo as standard (12 speakers and additional Amplifier), I would have added that if I knew it was available.

Still, I am happy now that the car is close, it has been a looooong wait.

The reply I got from Skoda Australia when I asked about Xenon and Leather was

"The images on Skoda-auto.com are illustrative only. Same as in Europe, the Xenon headlights with dynamic angle control and Leather seats (in dark) will be optional on RS"

Hope this helps.

[FezV10]

vRS Wagon

I'm thinking about placing an order for a new faclifted vRS Wagon in Black:
- DSG
- Xenons
- Sat Nav
- Sunroof
- Leather - apparently the new model has neater seats (they're only leather / alcantarra) so not sure if I should order this.

I drove the diesel and petrol back to back and found the diesel much nicer to drive. Although the petrol was brand new (29kms) and no where near as good as the GTI's I've driven previously. I put this down to the additional weight but then read it's only 60kgs heavier than the Golf. I think the engine needed to loosen up or something.
Coming from a V10TDI Touareg, nothing in this world has enough torque, but the diesel pulled hard when rolling. That said, the spes of the petrol make it seem heaps faster on paper at least.

At the risk of sounding crass, what sort of price do you think I should be paying? The resale frightens me (carsales have 1-2 YO cars with 20km for ~$30k mark!).

[indulis]

Demo cars

Well there were a heap of Skoda vRS's around at the start of the year with those sorts of specs for about $30-$32K, usually under 10K on the clock. So if you were going to wait for 6 months after the vRS is released you'd probably pick one up for about $35K, as the 2nd hand Skodas have gone up in price.

I spec'ed up a "normal" Octavia with similar accessories (except no Sat Nav) and it was around $39K (+ on road costs). This was a 1.8 petrol with the new 7 speed DSG (very very nice to drive- drove the sedan, similar power/torque/economy to vRS diesel).

I'd expect about $4-5K over this price for the vRS so around $43-45 for a new car?

Skoda had their sale at the end of last year (free on-road costs as far as I can recall), the dealers did not seem interested in "end of June" deals. Might be worth seeing when they close off their sales books for the year and report to the parent company- the sales person will tell you.

All I can say is have a look at the 1.8L engine- it is also cheaper to service, as it has a timing CHAIN so one less $1500 thing to change at around 60000 km! Someone on Briskoda told me to stop being fixated on the vRS and look at the this option.

I ended up with a demo 2.0L diesel octavia elegance sedan with sunroof and xenons for $27K with 6000 km on the clock, could not justify my desire for the newer model based on the $12000 savings. And the 103kw diesel can be chipped up to around 125 kw if desired.

If you are not stuck on the 2009 model there is still an unregistered blue wagon diesel VRS with sunroof and xenons at Osborne Park (WA) Volkswagen which I passed on for the $39,500 price they were asking. This has been on their lot for 9 months now, and is still unregistered. They must be getting a but tired of it I would think!

[FezV10]

They must be getting a but tired of it I would think!

Wouldn't they be!!

I've seriously thought about the 1.8. What I really want is something with AWD but also DSG.
The dealer here in Vic had the 3.6 Superb as a demo from the factory and told me to take it for a spin around the block while he was working out some numbers for me.
What a great car!! Having had the 3.2V6 in an Audi A3 (R32 clone) and loving it, the Superb with 3.6 is a big step up in grunt and handling.

The dealer then teased me by saying that Skoda were contemplating a Scout with that 3.6 in it! My dream car - that's the same 3.6 as the base model Porsche Cayenne - and in a Scout! Not to be though, there's no such beast.

Either way I think I'll wait for something in a Demo. The specs I want push the new RS north of $50k which is just too much.
I'm stuck in my rented Toyata Aurion for another few months!!

[gregozedobe]

All I can say is have a look at the 1.8L engine- it is also cheaper to service, as it has a timing CHAIN so one less $1500 thing to change at around 60000 km! Someone on Briskoda told me to stop being fixated on the vRS and look at the this option.

AFAIK the face lift (mk2.5) vRS also has the timing chain engine (but with 147Kw and 280Nm of course), so no difference in servicing costs.

[Transporter]

If it's 2.0L BWA engine it has timing belt and the timing chain. The 1.8 engines have the belt only or timing belt with chain in the cylinder head for the camshafts.

[brad]

If it's 2.0L BWA engine it has timing belt and the timing chain. The 1.8 engines have the belt only or timing belt with chain in the cylinder head for the camshafts.

I downloaded the 2.0L (don't know the codes but call it th TSI spec) training doco the other day. Not a belt to be seen. 1.8TSI is the same.

[gregozedobe]

I downloaded the 2.0L (don't know the codes but call it th TSI spec) training doco the other day. Not a belt to be seen. 1.8TSI is the same.

Sounds right to me - the EA888 family engines, both the new 1.8 (4 valve engine) and the new 2.0 (also 4 valve) don't have belts for the cams.

According to Guy H ; "You can tell the new engine by the engine codes, the new ones have a 4 digit engine code starting with "C" (like CCTA)- the old ones have 3 digit (AXX, BWA, etc)". My "old" vRS has a BWA engine.

[Jake02]

I had a preview of the new RS today in person. They had a TSI DSG hatch (in white just like mine) and a blue TSI manual wagon and I have to say that they are STUNNING in person. Really, really sharp design - I think it finally has the design to back up the performance. I'm somewhat pissed that the Xenon-headlamps aren't standard like they are in NZ, and it STILL doesn't have electric-folding mirrors (and yet the lower-spec TSI/TDI have them...). Other than that, it seems to be alot quieter from the outside (maybe the exhaust? I dunno) and the interior is just as high-quality as before and now features the Bolero radio, which is an excellent system to use.

You guys who have ordered them will be VERY impressed!

[MJKooLio]

I had a preview of the new RS today in person. They had a TSI DSG hatch (in white just like mine) and a blue TSI manual wagon and I have to say that they are STUNNING in person. Really, really sharp design - I think it finally has the design to back up the performance. I'm somewhat pissed that the Xenon-headlamps aren't standard like they are in NZ, and it STILL doesn't have electric-folding mirrors (and yet the lower-spec TSI/TDI have them...). Other than that, it seems to be alot quieter from the outside (maybe the exhaust? I dunno) and the interior is just as high-quality as before and now features the Bolero radio, which is an excellent system to use.

You guys who have ordered them will be VERY impressed!

Any photos?! =P

The brochure I was sent said it has Folding Mirrors.....

Are the Xenon at least optional? They also have an Optional Glass Roof/Sunroof I was quoted...

[FezV10]

I had a preview of the new RS today in person.

Where did you see the new RS?
I've seen the images but nothing in the flesh yet.

I need to get a new car now but can't decide on the RS... It ticks all the boxes but I'm really worried about resale.

[dazag]

I had a preview of the new RS today in person. They had a TSI DSG hatch (in white just like mine) and a blue TSI manual wagon and I have to say that they are STUNNING in person. Really, really sharp design - I think it finally has the design to back up the performance. I'm somewhat pissed that the Xenon-headlamps aren't standard like they are in NZ, and it STILL doesn't have electric-folding mirrors (and yet the lower-spec TSI/TDI have them...). Other than that, it seems to be alot quieter from the outside (maybe the exhaust? I dunno) and the interior is just as high-quality as before and now features the Bolero radio, which is an excellent system to use.

You guys who have ordered them will be VERY impressed!

Did ya see that them at Steve Jarvin - I guess you didn;t see a Silver wagon TDI with DSG?? I'd say it's out the back getting it's towbar fitted and pre delivery done. Hopefully will get a call sometime soon to come pick it up

Oh and Fez, I'm not too fussed over resale as i plan to hang onto my RS for a while.

[woofy]

I think resale is actually going up at the moment. When they first came out, they got lots of stock in so waiting isn't an issue...ala VW at times. Now that they are established...it will all rely on the dealers backing up already sold cars.....so far thats been a bit hit and miss....but due to the waits now, prices have started creeping up.

[Jake02]

OK everyone, I didn't quite expect that kind of response. I shouldn't probably say this but whatevs. Skoda Aus rang last week to see if they could put me in an interview on camera for a new website section they are creating, I suppose to give a realistic ownership experience from the owners. They turned up with a white 2.0TSI hatch, and blue TSI wagon, completely fresh off the boat. They filmed, asked questions, took pictures, had coffee and left to another Skoda owners' house in North Manly. AWESOME DAY!!!


MJKooLio -
Yeah I have a few pics - only Nokia E63 photos though...But I will try and post them asap. Judging from the cars previewed today (remember they could just be pre-production examples, I doubt it though) the Xenons are still optional yes and you can get a sunroof too. I think the brochures they had are the overseas models - a brochure for all Skoda markets, just to give a rough idea. BUT THE LED RUNNING LIGHTS ARE FANTASTIC!

FezV10 -
I think I've answered your question. And on resale, as more and more are sold, the resale goes up as people realise that they must be good cars.

dazag -
Lol no sorry not Steve Jarvin (but it is my dealer too! Matt sold me my car) but my very own house! Oh and if you get the car serviced at Steve Jarvin, MAKE SURE you check that everything claimed has been done. I haven't had the best experience with the Service Dep and next service I'm gonna try the dealer in Artarmon.

Why don't all the Sydney RS owners organise a cruise!?

[TuNeS]

Hi, new to these forums and just saying "gday"

I have a Candy White FL vRS Wagon on order due to arrive soon. I opted for the manual/petrol combination.

As soon as I receive the car, I will post some photos! I cant wait!