My friend has recently bought a used 2005 estate version and is very happy with it.
Great mpg, all the extras including a multi CD player and only £35 road tax ! for £7000.
I have been connected with the motor body repair business for many years and I am impressed by the build quality of the car. Scoda is owned by VW and the car uses the same engine etc: as the Golf.
If the police, taxi firms and emergency services use them, they are good value for money .