Production of the Škoda 110 R sport coupé is stopped in Kvasiny in 1980, and the next year production of the Škoda Garde begins, which is later renamed to Škoda Rapid. Once again, the company is making a sporty two-door coupé.
Škoda builds the 105/120, a solid and affordable family car with rear engine. The customers were impressed by the good driving features and unmatched price.
Production of the Škoda 110 R sport coupé is stopped in Kvasiny, followed by Škoda Garde, later renamed to Škoda Rapid.
Škoda participates in the cir cuit racing European championship. The 130 RS scores full points in six races, taking home the title in the factory rankings.