Vauxhall Omega Saloon (1994 - 2003) 2.6 V6 24V Elite 4d Auto (2002/02) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Who cares ? There is a certain feeling of superiority though !
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
They love travelling in it.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Unfortunately taken out of production one year after mine. Otherwise I'm an Omega man.
What are you likely to buy next?
Vauxhall. Another big low mileage ( privately owned ) Vauxhall ( 3-4 years old ). Petrol.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Didn't buy from a dealer
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£2,300
When did you buy the car?
July 2009
Did you get a good deal and why?
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Previously owned an Elite 2.5V6 but sold it at 225.000 miles. Looked, waited, until low mileage ELITE ( 2.6 ) came on 2nd hand market.
What was the dealer like?
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Great motorway cruiser but can shift if wanted ( with SPORT mode ). Extremely roomy & comfortable. Envy of Merc / Audi / BMW owners in this respect.
What's it like to park?
Big car but with Power steering; Good vision; Warning sounders at rear & rear sides.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Only surprise was , at 75, 000 miles, to have the coolant pump drivebelt pulley break-up. Replaced and also renewed timing belt & pump. £ 675.
What's most practical about your car?
Everything is practical ( German design / manufacture ).
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Cruise control / sport mode options.
