1999 Vauxhall Omega CD review from UK and Ireland
"The best value secondhand buy ever!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Outside air temperature indication started reading 10 degrees high. Vauxhall quoted £220 + VAT to repair. I can live without it.
Tickover is lumpy and it sometimes stalls. There is also a flat spot at 4000 rpm.
Minor rattle from the door lock button and instrument panel.
General comments?
Big Vauxhalls are always a great secondhand buy. They are as good as BMWs and Mercs; only the badge lets them down. The 2.5 V6 engine has loads of torque and good economy. I use it to pull a caravan and it the best towcar I ever had - even better than my old Senator although I would say that the Senator had more comfortable seats. Don't be put off by velour seats - they are every bit as comfortable as leather. One complaint I have is that the heater needs to have the fan running at high speed to get the heat into the car or onto the screen and it can be quite noisy.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.5 V6 Manual |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 7/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 37000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 53000 miles |
| Previous car | Vauxhall Senator |
| Date of Entry | 24th November, 2002 |