Vauxhall Omega Estate (1994 - 2003) 2.2 16V CDX 5d Auto (2002/02) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

That you've given up on fun from a car.

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

Sinks into the background of the neighbourhood montage of mondeos and Kia Sedonas

Would you buy this car again and why?

No, it's just suprisingly thirsty despite the engine being called, ironically, an ECOTec. It's very tacky inside and electrics are a kick in the backside.

What are you likely to buy next?

Still thinking...

Type of dealer you bought from?

Independent

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£3,500

When did you buy the car?

August 2009

Did you get a good deal and why?

Thought I did at the time, but after a while I thought that I have payed a fair bit too much.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Needed something with a BIG boot.

What was the dealer like?

Okay.

What's it like to drive?

For a 2.2, I think it is unbelievably sluggish. 0-60 is about 11 seconds, and you waste about a gallon of fuel doing that anyway.

What's it like to park?

Bit tricky at first, but you get used to it.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Lots of annoying electrical niggles. at 82000, faulty ECU, was very annoying driving with it, but the fix wasn't a problem.

What's most practical about your car?

Boot space definitely.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Bose sound system.