I, and I know a number of you, have noted how Vx genuine Omega parts are increasing in value, significantly, and that is if you can get them at all!
Four years ago I decided to replace the door solenoids on both the front passenger and rear nearside doors after they started to fade in performance, which told me after past experiences they needed to be replaced: One was £60.00 the other £63.10 after TC, but plus VAT.
Two days ago the drivers door solenoid starter to go, and finally gave up the ghost yesterday. Phoned my friendly local Vx Parts guy, who knows me very well (!!) and got a quote for Part No. 90493702: £102.60 after TC, but inc. VAT!!
After I gulped, he agreed the prices had gone up, and suggested - if I needed it - that I source the part from others. At least, I suppose the part is still available!
I have always tried to replace my Omega parts with brand new genuine Vx / GM ones, but with this I have found a German (where else!!) based company, with UK contact numbers - Onlinecarparts.co.uk - who will supply a brand new solenoid for £58.19 all in!
Much better
No doubt someone will suggest a cheaper price elsewhere, or buy second hand which I try not to do (although a s/h solenoid cost me £29.99, all in, 5 years ago), but at that price I cannot be bothered to chase around for a part that is just a few quid different!
But I can understand as our cars get older and rarer that these prices will go up, but by that much....