My R Reg Vectra is running like a dream, thinking of stepping up to a new T or even V Reg in the next year or 2.
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It probably does need one before then. Oil changes at least. Beware of long service intervals in cars that are aimed at fleet buyers: less servicing means fewer costs, and who cares if the car dies at 3 years 1 month? It's been sold on by then.Originally posted by ChurchillMy new skoda doesn't require a service until its done 20k miles.Comment
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According to the manual, an oil & Filter change is not classed as a service. You change the oil when it tells you to.Originally posted by expatIt probably does need one before then. Oil changes at least. Beware of long service intervals in cars that are aimed at fleet buyers: less servicing means fewer costs, and who cares if the car dies at 3 years 1 month? It's been sold on by then.
Manual says at around 10k miles.Comment
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