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  • Happy to tell people the price by PM, but people stating 5-8% discount off RRP are bang on the money. I got just over 6% discount.....

    So whatever you do, have that as a goal to aim for. I'm pretty confident I could have squeezed harder, but the salesman was actually very good, it reached the goal of the price I was happy to pay so I'm happy not to screw them for every last cent. I like to reward good behaviour by salesman....if they were a C*NT then i'd screw them hard.....but more than likely I would just refuse to buy off them. I like good service and am happy with the price so we both win
    2014 Skoda Ambition Plus 103TSI candy white wagon, 6sp Manual, Tech pack, Panoramic Sunroof, 18's, Colour Maxidot, Comfort BT
    Ordered 07 May 14 (Wk 15), Built Wk 37, Loaded 27/9 (wk 39), Docked 12/11 (wk 46), DELIVERED! 12/12 (end of wk 50 - 7 months + 1 week).

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    • We managed a price significantly cheaper from Trivetts's than the first dealer we went to. After hearing what others have paid we most probably could have done a bit better but the deposits paid so what will be will be.
      I noticed that an alarm is included in the Tech Pack that according to the first dealer was an optional accessory.
      Shame about the reversing camera. I would have liked one and I'm sure there must be a way of installing an aftermarket camera.
      I think a trip to APR might be on the cards as well

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      • Geoffs and GTR27 you both talking about RS models?
        [FONT=Franklin Gothic Medium]Matt
        2015 Skoda Octavia RS | Combi | DSG | Metallic Grey | Tech Pack, Every Option Except Leather |
        Prev: 2012 VW Polo GTI | 5dr | DSG | Reflex Silver | RCD510 |

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        • Sorry no, I ordered an ambition plus wagon - would have loved an RS (used to own a 2010 one that was chipped) but just needed a cheap reliable car for the family that was around $30K (that was really the upper limit) was also looking at a hyundai i30 diesel wagon (around $27K) but the skoda is bigger, better engine, better built, far more bling options/interior, looks better etc etc. For $3-4K it was a no brainer as there are essentially no manual diesel wagons in oz......and I refuse to buy an auto. So figured if I have to wait 3-4 months for a car, then bloody hel its going to be the one I want, rather than the most "sensible" option.

          I think with manual, that removes any reliability issues that may arise (aside from oil consumption, but havent heard any issues with the 90tsi/103tsi). Cheaper servicing too, and if the gearbox is like my last RS, it will be a peach.

          EDIT: when i say the one I want - its actually the missus car! I wont own a car for a while yet, commute everywhere on my motorbike.
          it suits her as euro cars (even with skoda badge) are much more prestigious than a hyundai. That and i've taught her well, she enjoys a drivers car now. The torsion bear rear isnt as bad as everyone says for an everyday car. Sure the multilink rear would have been nicer, but its decent for the job it has (ferrying kids/wife about)
          Last edited by GTR27; 30-04-2014, 07:11 PM.
          2014 Skoda Ambition Plus 103TSI candy white wagon, 6sp Manual, Tech pack, Panoramic Sunroof, 18's, Colour Maxidot, Comfort BT
          Ordered 07 May 14 (Wk 15), Built Wk 37, Loaded 27/9 (wk 39), Docked 12/11 (wk 46), DELIVERED! 12/12 (end of wk 50 - 7 months + 1 week).

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          • Originally posted by MarkRSWagon View Post
            I wouldn't be so sure now. I ordered an RS wagon mid March with a few options including Tech Pack, and was told that the car will be built week 22 or after. Turns out my car got built week 16 and dealer assures me that it does have the tech pack. I only found out today so he is still making enquiries on why it was moved forward and if so if it is a My15 build (which I strongly doubt).
            Turns out that Skoda made a mistake and built my car week 16 without tech pack. I have knocked it back. I have been assured that they will build me the car with tech pack and all options I originally ordered in week 22 and that will be first week of My15 production.

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            • A little longer wait but well worth it for what you want.

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              • Sounds like Skoda Aus have been offered some extra stock that was already built and tried to pass it off onto you to get the sale through quicker. As if a custom order was pushed through quicker that didn't match the specs. I doubt it was Skoda CZ that made any mistake and would 100% suspect someone in Australia is full of crap.

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                • Originally posted by GTR27 View Post
                  Happy to tell people the price by PM, but people stating 5-8% discount off RRP are bang on the money. I got just over 6% discount.....

                  So whatever you do, have that as a goal to aim for. I'm pretty confident I could have squeezed harder, but the salesman was actually very good, it reached the goal of the price I was happy to pay so I'm happy not to screw them for every last cent. I like to reward good behaviour by salesman....if they were a C*NT then i'd screw them hard.....but more than likely I would just refuse to buy off them. I like good service and am happy with the price so we both win
                  Thanks, just wanted to see how far they were willing to drop. I was estimating 5-10% but 6% seems reasonable.
                  MY2014 Skoda Octavia Ambition Plus Wagon, DSG, Capuccino, Tech Pack
                  MY 2010 Skoda Scout Manual Silver -traded

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                  • Calculated that an Ambition Plus + Tech Pack + SatNav + Bluetooth + 2 yr Extended warranty is $35,040. Less than an Elegance without any options. Why buy an Elegance? Am I missing something?
                    MY2014 Skoda Octavia Ambition Plus Wagon, DSG, Capuccino, Tech Pack
                    MY 2010 Skoda Scout Manual Silver -traded

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                    • engine options?

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                      • Originally posted by PassatB6 View Post
                        Calculated that an Ambition Plus + Tech Pack + SatNav + Bluetooth + 2 yr Extended warranty is $35,040. Less than an Elegance without any options. Why buy an Elegance? Am I missing something?
                        42kw?
                        17" rims/tyres?

                        Compare the two spec sheets - there's possibly more than you think. Maybe you don't need those extras but others may find them essential.

                        I know my FIL can't understand why Lexus exist when you "can just buy a top-of-the-line Camry" (which would make me more inclined to buy a Lexus).
                        carandimage The place where Off-Topic is On-Topic
                        I used to think I was anal-retentive until I started getting involved in car forums

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                        • Leather and engine options (and wheels?) spring to mind, there are a few other things I guess as well if I could be assed checking.

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                          • There are differences, (the Elegance has independent rear suspension i think?) but a Ambition Plus w/ Tech Pack and nav does seem to be cheaper than a elegance with the same engine.
                            MY16 Octavia RS 162 Race Blue Combi

                            MY12 Skoda Octavia RS 147 Black Combi - Sold

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                            • Originally posted by PassatB6 View Post
                              Calculated that an Ambition Plus + Tech Pack + SatNav + Bluetooth + 2 yr Extended warranty is $35,040. Less than an Elegance without any options. Why buy an Elegance? Am I missing something?
                              Another difference is that the Elegance has dual zone climate not standard AC. Believe it or not this is a stumbling block with my partner who seems to require it as she often wants a different setting to me ! But I don't want a Elegance because it is leather only (that is another topic in itself) and there is no manual transmission !
                              MY18 Skoda Kodiaq TSI with Luxury and Tech packs.

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                              • Originally posted by iamthestig View Post
                                Another difference is that the Elegance has dual zone climate not standard AC. Believe it or not this is a stumbling block with my partner who seems to require it as she often wants a different setting to me ! But I don't want a Elegance because it is leather only (that is another topic in itself) and there is no manual transmission !

                                I don't like leather because its hotter in summer and colder in winter. Ambition is better value IMHO if you include tech pack
                                MY2014 Skoda Octavia Ambition Plus Wagon, DSG, Capuccino, Tech Pack
                                MY 2010 Skoda Scout Manual Silver -traded

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