Vauxhall Omega Estate (1994 - 2003) 2.5i V6 CDX 5d (LT) (1999/S) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

I need a big car and don't get caught up in the hype about branding, Omega is a budget BMW for people who value substance over image

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

everyone who's been in it is shocked at how good it is, no one notices it from the pavement, which I think is a good thing

Would you buy this car again and why?

would buy this car again without a moments hesitation

What are you likely to buy next?

Omega estate, I don't know what I'll do when there are non left on the road, there's nothing else I want

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£1,300

When did you buy the car?

October 2006

Did you get a good deal and why?

Ebay, £1300 with all the toys, even comes with standard satnav and dual zone climate control!

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

third Omega and second estate, nothing else out there that does what I need so effortlessly

What was the dealer like?

N/A

What's it like to drive?

best bit about it, front engine rear wheel drive, best handling and most comfortable car I've ever driven and with a manual gearbox not to shabby in a straight line either.

What's it like to park?

very tight turning circle helps but it's a long car and you need some space

Have you had any problems with the car?

nothing

What's most practical about your car?

Huge load area, still drives brilliantly but you can take everything you own with you if you need too!

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

remote locking, no mucking about with keys when the dogs want to get in, and the satnav, don't get lost so much now