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The Skoda Rapid was the model with which the Czech carmaker wanted to break completely new ground, but quickly resulted in confusion as four different models with exactly the same name appeared in the Skoda books, even though they are completely different cars. It is the model series launched in 2012 for the international market that we know as the Skoda Rapid and that you may have in your driveway. Need to replace the windscreen of your Rapid, you can find cheap windscreens with us without compromising on quality. Before looking at our automotive glass, we first try to find out what makes the Skoda Rapid so special and what became that completely new road for Skoda.
Below, we are going to talk about the Skoda Rapid that was introduced to the international market in 2012 and was also sold in the Netherlands.
By the way, that Skoda Rapid is not just one model either, as three types came on the market immediately: a hatchback, liftback (raised rear) and the sedan version. The Rapid was the starting point for a new way of designing at Skoda, where a minimalist concept was to ensure that the cars would be simpler, solid and affordable on the market. The Rapid was then placed on the market between the Skoda Fabia and the Skoda Octavia, to claim the missing piece of the market with the medium-sized family car.
To make the model immediately attractive to a variety of buyers, several trim levels were launched, including the Active, Ambition and Elegance. In 2017, the model received a facelift, which (as usual for Skoda) involved replacing the headlights, increasing the number of ADAS systems and putting more fuel-efficient engines under the bonnet.
There are a number of models that owe their existence to the Skoda Rapid, such as the Volkswagen Polo that came to Russia and other Eastern European countries in 2020. For this, the liftback version of the Rapid was taken as a basis. Also, the Seat Toledo (generation 4, concept car in 2012) leans heavily on Skoda's 5-door liftback, a model meant to fill the gap between the Seat Ibiza and the Seat Leon.
When looking at the success of the Skoda Rapid, it is easy to be misled. Indeed, those who only see the sales figures in Europe will say that the model has become a flop. But if you add the sales figures in China, the sales numbers double and things suddenly look rosy for the Czechs. Then, if you include sales in Russia, the Skoda Rapid gets a fine score. Especially when you see that back in 2015, the 500,000th Rapid drove out of the factory.
Skoda advertisements don't really excel for their amazing ingenuity or exciting storylines. But advertising this model, you immediately know why you need a Skoda Rapid. Because it is the solution for those situations when you want music but can't find the fuse box:
It could just happen that a stone hits the windscreen while driving or you find your Rapid in the car park with car window damage. Although windscreen damage is always annoying, it is not the case that you should immediately look for a new windscreen for your Skoda Rapid in all cases. On the contrary, it is only when there is a branched crack or a chip with a diameter of at least two centimetres and the damage is in the driver's field of vision that the windscreen needs to be replaced. Your car will therefore no longer pass the MOT in these cases, as the damage is too dangerous.
In all other cases, you can choose to continue driving with the damaged windscreen. If the damage is unsightly or bothersome, however, please take a look at the price of our replacement windscreens before making your choice.
Because you already have an after-market Skoda Rapid windscreen for just €349. This even includes VAT, making our new windscreens significantly cheaper than the automotive glass the Skoda dealer will sell you. The price difference is not in the quality, as it is identical. Original windscreens are fitted with a brand logo and this creates an exclusive character that you will see reflected in the price of the automotive glass. The difference in price is so great that our new windscreens are often still cheaper than used car windows for the Skoda Rapid.
Replacing car parts or topping up fluids yourself can be a good way to save on maintenance costs. However, replacing a windscreen is an entirely different story. If you attempt this yourself without the necessary knowledge or tools, chances are you will damage the new windscreen or the car in the process, only adding to the costs. That's why we work with professional fitting partners who replace car windows on-site. This could be in your work car park, at a local shopping centre or simply in your driveway. So you never have to look for a garage or workshop, because the new windscreen simply comes to your Rapid.
Are you a professional yourself or do you know someone who can replace the windscreen of your Skoda Rapid? Then, of course, you can also come to us for a new windscreen without fitting.
If you are looking for a new windscreen for your Skoda Rapid, then you now know that you can find the best car windows at the lowest price with us, with the option of arranging windscreen replacement on-site immediately. Are you unsure or do you have any questions about any of our products or our methods? Then please do not hesitate to contact us, as this is the only way we can help you personally as soon as possible.
