Skoda Rapid : Test Drive & Review

torque18 · 30th June 2013, 16:21

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Originally Posted by RedRapid

Thanks torque18. Can i ask yu how much you paid while renewing the 2nd year insurance aling with the EW. Appreciate if you could give me the breakup as well. Thanks in advance.

The insurance was renewed for approx. 11k which included 50% NCB and the EW was for 12K.

torque18 · 6th July 2013, 02:05

HI

I have noticed that the rear right power window of my car doesn't work sometimes. It starts working after a while though. Happened second time today and don't know if i should call it a coincidence but on both the occasions the car was given a wash. What could it be? Anyone else experienced this?

Aroy · 6th July 2013, 10:39

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Originally Posted by torque18

HI

I have noticed that the rear right power window of my car doesn't work sometimes. It starts working after a while though. Happened second time today and don't know if i should call it a coincidence but on both the occasions the car was given a wash. What could it be? Anyone else experienced this?

Could be either a loose connection, or the harness may be frayed, so it shorts some times. The fraying normally happens at the door hinge area.

If the car is in warranty, get the cable checked at the A.S.S. and get it replaced. Else inspect each wire in the cable and tape it if you find a the insulation frayed.

torque18 · 6th July 2013, 22:35

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Originally Posted by Aroy

Could be either a loose connection, or the harness may be frayed, so it shorts some times. The fraying normally happens at the door hinge area.

If the car is in warranty, get the cable checked at the A.S.S. and get it replaced. Else inspect each wire in the cable and tape it if you find a the insulation frayed.

I am ruling out fraying as the cables are pretty well insulated. And i will have the connections checked on my next visit. Thanks for the inputs

bluevolt · 7th July 2013, 16:08

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Originally Posted by torque18

HI

I have noticed that the rear right power window of my car doesn't work sometimes. It starts working after a while though. Happened second time today and don't know if i should call it a coincidence but on both the occasions the car was given a wash. What could it be? Anyone else experienced this?

Such problem happened in my Honda City - it was driver side power window switch which was acting weird, sometimes working and sometimes not. Got it checked by Honda A.S.S and the entire switch assy was replaced under warranty.

torque18 · 7th July 2013, 16:23

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Originally Posted by bluevolt

Such problem happened in my Honda City - it was driver side power window switch which was acting weird, sometimes working and sometimes not. Got it checked by Honda A.S.S and the entire switch assy was replaced under warranty.

I am going to have it checked on my next visit to the service center. Thanks!

shivasuma · 8th July 2013, 12:01

I just had a talk with Vinayak Skoda. Planning to buy a rapid (since I cannot wait 9 months for the ecosport which I have booked). The sales guy offered me a flat discount of 50K for the ambition plus model. He said he could offer some accessories as freebies (seat covers, parking sensors etc). Has anyone else got a better deal? Also, he said they are increasing the price by 41K this month (usual sales talk I think). The OTR price for the ambition plus is 11.27L including drive assure and extended warranty.

nma83 · 8th July 2013, 13:14

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Originally Posted by shivasuma

I just had a talk with Vinayak Skoda. Planning to buy a rapid (since I cannot wait 9 months for the ecosport which I have booked). The sales guy offered me a flat discount of 50K for the ambition plus model. He said he could offer some accessories as freebies (seat covers, parking sensors etc). Has anyone else got a better deal? Also, he said they are increasing the price by 41K this month (usual sales talk I think). The OTR price for the ambition plus is 11.27L including drive assure and extended warranty.

11.27L for the ambition+ TDi?! I purchased one for 10.7L after about 70K worth discounts 6 months back (including drive assure and extended warrenty). Not sure if prices have increased so much in the meantime. I bought in Vinayak on Bellary road.

shivasuma · 8th July 2013, 13:25

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Originally Posted by nma83

11.27L for the ambition+ TDi?! I purchased one for 10.7L after about 70K worth discounts 6 months back (including drive assure and extended warrenty). Not sure if prices have increased so much in the meantime. I bought in Vinayak on Bellary road.

Yes, effectively after the 50K discount it will be 10.77L. He also said he will throw in some more freebies.

nma83 · 8th July 2013, 15:30

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Originally Posted by shivasuma

Yes, effectively after the 50K discount it will be 10.77L. He also said he will throw in some more freebies.

Ah, looks fair enough then!

shivasuma · 8th July 2013, 18:32

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Originally Posted by nma83

Ah, looks fair enough then!

After lots of haggling, I have received the following from Tafe Access.

Ambition plus - actual OTR 11.16L + EW 11.7K

Offer: 10.6L (includes ext warranty + drive assure+ floormats + external paint protection + mudflaps + parking sensors).

Elegance Plus - actual OTR 12.06L + EW 11.7K

Offer: 11.4L (includes ext warranty + drive assure + floormats + external paint protection + mudflaps + parking sensors).

The insurance is 0% depreciation and the cars are May 13 manufactured.

How does this offer look? Thanks

morphique · 8th July 2013, 19:05

Skoda launches Rapid Leisure

Skoda has launched a limited edition of the Rapid called the Rapid Leisure.

Available on both the petrol and the diesel engine-powered versions with the six-speed manual gearbox and the automatic transmission (petrol), the Rapid Leisure comes with a portable screen that has navigation system and also doubles up as a display for the reversing camera. Additional equipment, as part of the Leisure package, includes rear parking sensors, 15-inch alloys, door sills and leatherette seat covers. This limited edition also comes with special badging.

Skoda has priced the Rapid Leisure at RS 9.06 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi).

Source: Autocar

rajshenoy · 8th July 2013, 19:13

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Originally Posted by shivasuma

After lots of haggling, I have received the following from Tafe Access.

Ambition plus - actual OTR 11.16L + EW 11.7K

Offer: 10.6L (includes ext warranty + drive assure+ floormats + external paint protection + mudflaps + parking sensors).

Elegance Plus - actual OTR 12.06L + EW 11.7K

Offer: 11.4L (includes ext warranty + drive assure + floormats + external paint protection + mudflaps + parking sensors).

The insurance is 0% depreciation and the cars are May 13 manufactured.

How does this offer look? Thanks

Looks nice. Does Skoda have similar offer like VW where they have 0% EMI stuff ?

shivasuma · 8th July 2013, 21:05

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Originally Posted by rajshenoy

Looks nice. Does Skoda have similar offer like VW where they have 0% EMI stuff ?

As far as I know, there is no 0% EMI. Will ask the sales guy tomorrow.

Mad Max · 9th July 2013, 06:40

Just FYI - I got a 11.5L approx OTR Price for the top end Highline Vento.(first year insurance free, ext warranty and reduced price of navigation system) If you're looking to pick between Skoda and VW, please check this out too. This quote is from Elite VW, Hosur road. (Next to Kropex Chevy)

6th July 2013, 02:05	#1097
torque18 BHPian Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: India Posts: 482 Thanked: 193 Times	Re: Skoda Rapid : Test Drive & Review HI I have noticed that the rear right power window of my car doesn't work sometimes. It starts working after a while though. Happened second time today and don't know if i should call it a coincidence but on both the occasions the car was given a wash. What could it be? Anyone else experienced this?
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8th July 2013, 12:01	#1102
shivasuma BHPian Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Bangalore Posts: 872 Thanked: 468 Times	Re: Skoda Rapid : Test Drive & Review I just had a talk with Vinayak Skoda. Planning to buy a rapid (since I cannot wait 9 months for the ecosport which I have booked). The sales guy offered me a flat discount of 50K for the ambition plus model. He said he could offer some accessories as freebies (seat covers, parking sensors etc). Has anyone else got a better deal? Also, he said they are increasing the price by 41K this month (usual sales talk I think). The OTR price for the ambition plus is 11.27L including drive assure and extended warranty.
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8th July 2013, 19:05	#1107
morphique BHPian Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Pune Posts: 129 Thanked: 73 Times	Skoda launches Rapid Leisure Skoda launches Rapid Leisure Skoda has launched a limited edition of the Rapid called the Rapid Leisure. Available on both the petrol and the diesel engine-powered versions with the six-speed manual gearbox and the automatic transmission (petrol), the Rapid Leisure comes with a portable screen that has navigation system and also doubles up as a display for the reversing camera. Additional equipment, as part of the Leisure package, includes rear parking sensors, 15-inch alloys, door sills and leatherette seat covers. This limited edition also comes with special badging. Skoda has priced the Rapid Leisure at RS 9.06 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). Source: Autocar
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9th July 2013, 06:40	#1110
Mad Max BHPian Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Bangalore Posts: 941 Thanked: 1,448 Times	Just FYI - I got a 11.5L approx OTR Price for the top end Highline Vento.(first year insurance free, ext warranty and reduced price of navigation system) If you're looking to pick between Skoda and VW, please check this out too. This quote is from Elite VW, Hosur road. (Next to Kropex Chevy)
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