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[David.R]

Hi All.

I'm looking for an omega for work.  The decision has been made that we need a large diesel estate car, and I've added to that spec by saying we need it to be RWD, manual and have Aircon.  After much humming and harring (is that a word?) The only logical vehicle is an Omega.

Thus, The ideal car I'm looking for is:
* 2.5TD*
* Manual
* Estate.
* Elite or possibly CDX spec (what's the difference...?)
* Working A/C
* Cruise
* Preferably with leather (how hard is the interior to change if it's not leather?)
* A decent solid colour. Prefer black/dark green/dark blue.
* As late as possible.  Ideally 2000, but earlier considered.
* Preferably with a cassette or cassette/CD headunit.
* Everything working.
* At least some service history, or evidence of servicing.

Mileage is less important than condition, although I'd prefer if it wasn't intergalactic. If I could find the holy-grail one-owner garaged-from-new car that would be a real bonus!

I have a decent chunk of money waiting for the right car.  In fact for the right car I'm willing to pay what would probably be considered over-the-odds, as it's going to be used as a business tool.

I'd also consider an otherwise perfect car with a blown turbo/duff engine/knackered gearbox, as I can do repairs like that with relative ease.  I just can't be doing with corrosion repairs, interior repairs or body repairs, as I just know I'll never get round to them, and the car needs to look respectable for work.

Anything for sale?

Thanks in advance.

*There's a chance I could also consider a 3.0/3.2V6 with LPG as an alternative to the 2.5TD, but I suspect that will be even rarer, given that I want to stick to a manual gearbox....

[Omegatoy]

sounds like a very sensible chap!!!!

[David.R]

Is there anything wrong with

This Omega?

It's slightly older than I was hoping for, and is a CDX not an Elite, but otherwise fits the bill.  Can't help but think that there's something missing from that list of kit...

[Mr Skrunts]

Is there anything wrong with

This Omega?

It's slightly older than I was hoping for, and is a CDX not an Elite, but otherwise fits the bill.  Can't help but think that there's something missing from that list of kit...

You need to be aware of people that leave the obvious out of an advert, this car may be coming is as a part x which is why there may not be pictures at this point.  No milage listed.

Make a tick list of questions to ask, especialy on the relative points for a TD, make sure he gives you the change to give it a thourough road test etc

Just looked at his web site

      Vehicles HPI Checked
      Vehicles Sourced To Order
(ASK FOR FURTHER DETAILS)
      Part Exchange Welcome
      Finance Arranged
      All Vehicles Supplied Come With:
       
Full Service
      
New Timing Belt
       
12 Month MOT
       
Warranty

Will be interesting to know if the service and timring (chain) have been done.

[unlucky alf]

I know of a 99 cdx TD estate but it needs work (tidying), its taxed & tested & done 174k i think, it needs a new ignition barrel or column as the guy that owns it decided to take a lump hammer to it when his key got stuck!, oh & nearly forgot its chipped (427+5). wants around the £550 mark but will haggle.
  its also just had a new DMF & clutch fitted.

[David.R]

Interesting.  Will that be a facelift one or not?

TBH I'm looking to spend quite a bit more than that on a lower mileage and better condition one, but like all these things it depends on what's available.

[unlucky alf]

Interesting.  Will that be a facelift one or not?

TBH I'm looking to spend quite a bit more than that on a lower mileage and better condition one, but like all these things it depends on what's available.

yes its a facelift, the colour is that light blue pearl, like i say it isnt an oil painting but wouldnt take too much to make it good again, i was tempted myself only the mrs doesnt share my enthusiasm

[dunk]

post modified to conform with postcount guidelines as regards selling.        Admin

[Omegatoy]

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[hotel21]

post modified to conform with postcount guidelines as regards selling.        Admin

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User Dunk posted full details of a car he had for sale - on the same day he joined.  He now has a postcount of 2.  Members need a postcount of 50 to sell a car on here, as per guidelines at the top of the page, whether thats starting a thread or joining into an existing one.   

[Omegatoy]

cheers brucie, i read it that user Dunk had modified the post!!!
doh!!!!

[David.R]

Is there really no-one out there with a Facelift 2.5TD estate manual elite?

Hate to be all "loadsamoney" about it, but there's still a big chunk of cash waiting for one of these....

[Psychoca]

From what I can make out TD Elite's are about as common as rocking horse droppings...

The one you have seen advertised, in my opinion is a little steep for a 12 year old car, I only paid £2400 for my '98 'S' Plate GLS spec Mig (95k Miles) 3 years ago...  As has been pointed, no pictures or details of mileage, does look like a semi facelift, considering it is a px to clear...