Hello all. I just got myself a 2021 Kamiq SEL. I was wondering which options that are offered for the new car can be retrofitted?
I found Kamiq 2021 Info folder. In the Driver assistance section these items are marked as optional for SEL. Can these be added by dealer or private garages"
- Rear View Camera: I read a bit about this one. There kits (listed as original/OEM). The camera camera comes with the booth open handle. I assume there must be some wiring and programing. Dealer or garages can install it as far as I understand.
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Blind Stop Detection: This is integrated with mirrors, right? Can this be upgraded just by changing the mirrors (and programming)?
- Keyless Entry: This comes with keyless lock as well and as far as I read it is done with a sensor on the door handles. SEL has keyless start, so the car knows that the driver is around. Is this a matter of changing door handles with sensors?
A stupid question. Let's say all above can be retrofitted. Fitting prices in the dealer will be (way) more expensive than the the "Options" price list when you buy a new car, right?
Thank you very much.
What can be retrofitted?
I have investigated how to retrofit a variable boot floor in my Kamiq 2022 SEL.
Whilst this is not available as a UK dealer aftermarket option, you can get the original parts from Skoda-parts.com and DIY it.
Variable Boot Floor
Adjustable Floor Holder (L and R)
6mm screws
There is an expensive kit on Amazon.de search: Skoda 658861411WR9 Retrofit Kit Variable Loading Floor Boot Retrofit Luggage Compartment
but you don't really need the wheel arch panels.
They just have additional cutouts for upper luggage lashing eyelets and if you really needed those, you can buy the eyelets separately and use a Stanley knife you cut out the holes in your existing wheel arches.
Whilst this is not available as a UK dealer aftermarket option, you can get the original parts from Skoda-parts.com and DIY it.
Variable Boot Floor
Adjustable Floor Holder (L and R)
6mm screws
There is an expensive kit on Amazon.de search: Skoda 658861411WR9 Retrofit Kit Variable Loading Floor Boot Retrofit Luggage Compartment
but you don't really need the wheel arch panels.
They just have additional cutouts for upper luggage lashing eyelets and if you really needed those, you can buy the eyelets separately and use a Stanley knife you cut out the holes in your existing wheel arches.