New Octavia ....when? How Much?

[Guyzer]

tech pack on RS = cost of bi xenon headlights alone on the Golf 7.

[DVSTwig]

I've been umming and ahhing about putting down for a new RS for a few months ago. Talking to the guys who work on my Scirocco yesterday has pretty much convinced me to get one as our family car.

I did one up on configuration yesterday which came to $48k (RS Wagon, DSG, Tech Pack w/ Camera, 19" Black Pack, Automatic Tailgate).

What sort of discount are people getting on these? 5 - 10%?

[MJKooLio]

Boom effect is only found in the Hatch....

[Benmac]

Boom effect is only found in the Hatch....

Not sure about that. I have followed that Briskoda booming thread pretty closely. I thought there were wagons mentioned there. Is it shocks, resonant metal work, blocked venting, hatch sealing or something else? It also seems to be involved with all models but with no consistency in models effected. Once you tie this in with known issues with faulty shock absorbers and a recall in some markets who knows the true cause. Also possible only in cars made in 2013. The early demo cars here were made in 2013 I thought.

[Guyzer]

I've been umming and ahhing about putting down for a new RS for a few months ago. Talking to the guys who work on my Scirocco yesterday has pretty much convinced me to get one as our family car.

I did one up on configuration yesterday which came to $48k (RS Wagon, DSG, Tech Pack w/ Camera, 19" Black Pack, Automatic Tailgate)

What sort of discount are people getting on these? 5 - 10%?

RS dsg wagon tech pack with 9% discount. That's basically not charging for tech pack and free driveaways. From others, it seems to vary by dealer. Reckon you have more chance when ordering extras. Good luck if you go for it.

[Polo GTEye N9]

See Briskoda huge thread on booming cabin acoustics. Problem has not really been nailed down so far.


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I noticed the Sonic Boom effect inside the a new floor stock RS Wagon, when I closed the doors and there it was.... boom effect as if the seals are so effective that it pressurises the whole cabin.

[1NSANE]

hi buckers, it was the rs hatch, it was specked up exactly how I wanted it except it had a sunroof. The sunroof was closed at the time. Roof and shade. I'm not riding it off as yet as I had a laugh in the car and it's pretty awesome. So will try hopefully Monday or Tuesday next week one more to make a decision. I doubt it will happen again. Glad you like your car, and wish you got the tech pack...it's fantastic value.

Hi Stiv, have you considered the Golf R or Audi S3? I was looking at the Octavia RS to upgrade my 09 RS but couldn't justify the 8 month wait so I bought the Golf R instead. Both are great drives. Only suggesting because you seem to be cross shopping Mercs and BM's

[occy]

I have an Elegance wagon with no 'boom'.

I would also treat Briskoda with a pinch of salt, some of the posts are people getting worked up about nothing.

[Stiv]

Hi Stiv, have you considered the Golf R or Audi S3? I was looking at the Octavia RS to upgrade my 09 RS but couldn't justify the 8 month wait so I bought the Golf R instead. Both are great drives. Only suggesting because you seem to be cross shopping Mercs and BM's

Hi 1nsane, I began with the golf gti then audi s3, I really wanted a smaller hot hatch, but the main purpose of the car is for a family, baby seat, boot space etc. I wish I could get away a golf r or gti, I'd probably buy the golf gti straight up.

[Stiv]

I have an Elegance wagon with no 'boom'.

I would also treat Briskoda with a pinch of salt, some of the posts are people getting worked up about nothing.

That briskoda site are a very negative bunch.