Skoda Superb Combi V6 Ordered.

[CanberravRS]

I think you've made the right decision, particularly given, as you say, the "lightness" of the ivory trim. My choice, at this stage, would be for Candy White with black interior. I've always had a preference for having a sunroof but I will certainly look into the impact the panoramic roof makes before ordering. I wonder if you can get the 18" Themisto wheels WITHOUT having the sports suspension?

On the V6 the Themisto's come standard.. but they are options on the rest.

[Tensixty6]

Yes, but in listing the Themisto's as an option, they incorporate them with sports suspension, as a package. I only want the wheels, I think they look better.

[CanberravRS]

Yes, but in listing the Themisto's as an option, they incorporate them with sports suspension, as a package. I only want the wheels, I think they look better.

Agreed.. they look great and the 18's really set the wagon off.. I went for the Luxon's to make my wagon unique to any other V6 wagons in Storm blue.

[Tensixty6]

Speaking of options, any idea on the "Decorative inserts 'Mirage'-metallic inlays"?

[CanberravRS]

Speaking of options, any idea on the "Decorative inserts 'Mirage'-metallic inlays"?

Yes, it replaces the wood trim on the doors/dash etc with a brushed alloy looking plastic. I haven't seen it on a superb, but have on a Octavia, kinda suits the sporting interior of the Octavia over the luxury interior of the Superb.

[Tensixty6]

Thanks. I'll give it a miss I think.

[Swuzzlebubble]

Yes, it replaces the wood trim on the doors/dash etc with a brushed alloy looking plastic. I haven't seen it on a superb, but have on a Octavia, kinda suits the sporting interior of the Octavia over the luxury interior of the Superb.

.So it is different to the "ambition" treatment of those bits? What do you get if you want Elegance without the fake/plastic wood?

[FezV10]

No the 3 month wait is due to the Roof... have you driven a VW with the panoramic roof.. I drove a golf wagon which has the same panoramic roof and driving during the middle of the day, the sun was repeatedly blinding me with the blind shut.. so i canned that in my order.

I haven't seen the roof other than on the internet. I used to have an Audi A3 Sportback with the 'Open Sky' roof, I assume it sort of similar.

I must ask the dealer about the alcantara - had this in another Audi and loved it.

Thanks for the info on the style pack, certainly cheaper than the dealer had quoted me! Trouble is once over the LCT mark, stamp duty jumps to 5% so the costs just keep blowing out!

[CanberravRS]

.So it is different to the "ambition" treatment of those bits? What do you get if you want Elegance without the fake/plastic wood?

No i believe it is the Ambition treatment. So for those who don't want the woodalike trim you can have the ambition treatment at a cost.

[CanberravRS]

I haven't seen the roof other than on the internet. I used to have an Audi A3 Sportback with the 'Open Sky' roof, I assume it sort of similar.

I must ask the dealer about the alcantara - had this in another Audi and loved it.

Thanks for the info on the style pack, certainly cheaper than the dealer had quoted me! Trouble is once over the LCT mark, stamp duty jumps to 5% so the costs just keep blowing out!

I had quotes from 4 dealers.. and as its dealer option everyone had different prices for painting and fitting, all had the same base cost though for the items. If you can negotiate, do it. Your right too.. LCT moves very quickly once you have one or two options on the v6

[FezV10]

I had quotes from 4 dealers.. and as its dealer option everyone had different prices for painting and fitting, all had the same base cost though for the items. If you can negotiate, do it. Your right too.. LCT moves very quickly once you have one or two options on the v6

I think I've negotiated pretty hard... best not mentioned here.

From what you're saying, I should be able to add it at the dealer down the track anyway.
I saw the parts listed on superskoda.com, i think it added up to around 600 euros but hardly worth the trouble.

Thanks for the advice.

[CanberravRS]

I think I've negotiated pretty hard... best not mentioned here.

From what you're saying, I should be able to add it at the dealer down the track anyway.
I saw the parts listed on superskoda.com, i think it added up to around 600 euros but hardly worth the trouble.

Thanks for the advice.

Yeah thats about 900 AUD, then freight and insurance of $200 or so.. really doesn't make sense at all, when you then have to paint, fit and you have no warranty on the parts from a local dealer.

[Swuzzlebubble]

Anyone considering the KESSY option? $627 apparently.

[CanberravRS]

Anyone considering the KESSY option? $627 apparently.

I did a few searches on the web about it.. and its regarded as a funky option, most journo's seem to believe its easier all round to use your key, Top Gear even commented that they preferred the key and where glad KESSY was only an option and not standard.

[woofy]

I've heard a few people say its not going to be a popular option in the long run, apparently a dealer drove off in car, and when he went to park it, realised the key was actually with something he left with his wife at home, so the car drives with it in proximity, but can't be locked without it, nor started again...