New Octavia ....when? How Much?

[Gerrycan]

Our RS estate was missing the bonnet liner and when in sport mode the noise generator rattles at 1800rpm.

Poms and their estates.

[GTR27]

Was your rs a diesel? I'm assuming yes if you think it was missing the bonnet insulation. TSI doesn't come with one (and doesn't need one in oz)

But yes, I will be examining it thoroughly dealer has very strict instructions to not install anything.

Edit: and mine is a lowly ambition plus, so no sound generator.

[Polo GTEye N9]

OK, have spoken at length with the dealer, and have assurances that there will be little to no delay with picking car up (day or two at worst over a "normal" pickup). He explained roughly what is going on (essentially, each dealership now has a auditor/person who has to sign everything off from Deloitte to ensure everything is "by the book") and its relatively business as usual. The dealers will be sold off, but until then, keep operating as usual, under an administrator.

So I should get my car, as per original guesstimate - the last week of the month effectively. Makes me feel a lot more relieved, and glad I have some assurances. Apparently Skoda has been assisting due to the exceptionally long wait times on the cars in making sure there are minimal delays.

So, if you're looking at a car in stock you can still buy one, but I personally wouldnt order one there, until its sold to a new owner. Might be able to get a good deal!

GTR I really hope your car is right on time and just as you like it to be. Thanks posting about BB Skoda etc. Cheers Al

[GTR27]

No worries. Like I said, until new owners buy the dealership, I wouldnt put an order in there, but if they have stock available to buy, then purchasing a car in-country shouldnt be any different to any other dealer. May be able to push a bargain, especially with people knowing the dealer is in Administration. They were good to deal with (Josh has been at least) - He definitely knows the process well now with fully realistic time frames (i'm sure based off my "learning" experience....). I think a few skoda nuts have bought off him (and i'm definitely listed in that category) so he knows about superskoda etc.

The car is the wifes, so what will prob happen is i'll let her go into the dealership and sign the paperwork, while i go over the car with a fine tooth comb. I need to fit the number plates and mounts to the car before we drive it off, so i'll need some tools.

[Hetzer38]

I was appalled at the wait times quoted by the local dealer, so I started some investigating. I cold called two dealers and one replied to me within 2 hours. After a quick discussion as to the spec I was after, he said that he could get a vehicle to me within two months.

With one thing and another I put that on the back burner for a couple of months until I finally took an RS diesel DSG for a test drive in late September. After negotiating with the dealer and getting the car down the price we wanted, 5 weeks after that test drive I now have a Candy White RS Diesel DSG with 18" Black Pack, Canton speakers, auto tailgate and KESSY.

[MJKooLio]

Ordered from the factory or a coinsodance that one was on a boat half way to Australia with the specs you wanted???

[GTR27]

Congrats on getting a car, even better if you got one you didn't have to compromise too much on color or options on!

[MJKooLio]

New Octavia ....when? How Much?

Question moved to appropriate thread

[KWICKS]

My unicorn is built and has a VIN. It awaits uplift in Belgium apparently.

[KWICKS]

I was appalled at the wait times quoted by the local dealer, so I started some investigating. I cold called two dealers and one replied to me within 2 hours. After a quick discussion as to the spec I was after, he said that he could get a vehicle to me within two months.

With one thing and another I put that on the back burner for a couple of months until I finally took an RS diesel DSG for a test drive in late September. After negotiating with the dealer and getting the car down the price we wanted, 5 weeks after that test drive I now have a Candy White RS Diesel DSG with 18" Black Pack, Canton speakers, auto tailgate and KESSY.

Sydney's north dealer? I think I may have sat in such a vehicle.

[GTR27]

Hooray! Just the 8-10 week wait for it to be shipped. Then delivered. Call it 3 months time and you'll be set!

[Polo GTEye N9]

Dropped in and I had chat to Josh @BBSkoda and found that the Octavia RS TDI DSG Wagon that is floor stock with Kessy,Canton, Black Pack 19s but no Adaptive Cruise or rear view camera. I made an offer but was declined. We really do not want Black Pack but yes to Adaptive Cruise and rear camera. I hope Bryan Burt survive all this. Maybe we may look at alternatives, my wife likes the Tiguan and the Golf Wagon.

[GTR27]

I think floor stock is less likely to get a big discount than an order. Especially because they know there is **** all stock in the country.

I was praying there was no hail today. Car out in the weather and all. Just wish they could hurry up and let me pick it up! It's not even at dealers yet, so still a way to go. I'm expecting next week (Fri or sat) so still a bit to go..... Earlier would be nice, but not holding my breath.

Edit: Josh is a nice bloke and seems to know a lot about the process now. In not sure bb had been the best for price, but I'm happy with the price I got.

There is really nothing else comparable, so you can either pay a bit more and get floor stock, or get a bargain and wait 8 months. Or pay lots more for a competitor that's likely not as good.

[GeeMatt]

My unicorn is built and has a VIN. It awaits uplift in Belgium apparently.

Latest update has mine built day 2 week 48. Next week. May see it before the end of January. Heres hoping for Unicorn invasion !

[GTR27]

I see a lot of unicorns around my area now - about 4 different ones regularly. So they are slowly starting to get out there. Clearly everyone here must be supremely patient people!
Bring on a unicorn invasion!