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Newbie Area => Newbie Welcome Area => Topic started by: Blueview on 03 March 2008, 19:31:17

Title: I FINALLY own an Elite
Post by: Blueview on 03 March 2008, 19:31:17

Hi,

Well after over 3 and a half years of being trapped in a 1.2 8v Corsa I've finally managed to get the right lifestyle to buy the Blue Elite that's parked up the road. And despite knowing everything that an Elite is kitted with (most recent car didn't even have a rev counter), I'm still absolutely blown away at the value for money relating to the kit-count.  I've been an Omega owner for 1 week now and have driven London inside out since (and found a few more petrol stations).  

Seriously, anyone who thinks they're expensive to run should always bear in mind the equivalent 5 series or A6 purchase costs and pat themselves on the back knowing they got a bloody bargain.

Mine's a looker on a 2000 plate with what seems like every conceivable extra, and if it cements my adoration, EVERYONE who has sat in it so far has had to remark that it's a hell of a lot more than they were expecting... every critic's a badge snob!

Sorry to go on guys, on my first posting, but I'm chuffed.
Plus I've been looking on this site for a long time using the buyers guides to bag the bargain in the first place - so belayed thanks.

Title: Re: I FINALLY own an Elite
Post by: Dazzler on 03 March 2008, 19:36:49

Welcome, enjoy the forum. :)

Title: Re: I FINALLY own an Elite
Post by: Richard P on 03 March 2008, 19:40:39

Welcome to the forum mate, and congratulations on finally owning a proper car  ;D

I bought my first Omega (after a string of Carltons) about a month ago, and like you I love it.

When you get time you must post a photo of your pride and joy!

Richard P.

Title: Re: I FINALLY own an Elite
Post by: vauxnut1 on 03 March 2008, 19:44:35

Hi and welcome  :y

Title: Re: I FINALLY own an Elite
Post by: waspy on 03 March 2008, 19:48:54

Well done matey. I too like Richard have had some Carltons before my Mig. I've always liked Vaux's & you're right about badge snobbery/snubbery. Give me the Griffin over a blue & white circle any time  :y
PS. Welcome to the OOF too  ;)

Title: Re: I FINALLY own an Elite
Post by: achoo81 on 03 March 2008, 19:49:04

Hi blueview, welcome to the forum.

Title: Re: I FINALLY own an Elite
Post by: mars on 03 March 2008, 19:56:15

Hello mate. I bought my first Omega about a month ago and love it. Welcome ;D

Title: Re: I FINALLY own an Elite
Post by: tomoco on 03 March 2008, 20:00:19

Hi and welcome mate :y

Title: Re: I FINALLY own an Elite
Post by: Elite Pete on 03 March 2008, 20:12:36

Hi and welcome to the forum :)

Title: Re: I FINALLY own an Elite
Post by: MikeDundee on 03 March 2008, 20:14:26

Welcome to the Forum :y

Title: Re: I FINALLY own an Elite
Post by: mattyboy on 03 March 2008, 20:24:12

Welcome and enjoy  :y

Title: Re: I FINALLY own an Elite
Post by: Entwood on 03 March 2008, 21:12:28

"Hello" and Welcome :)

Title: Re: I FINALLY own an Elite
Post by: albitz on 03 March 2008, 22:02:38

hi welcome,sounds like your in love :) :y

Title: Re: I FINALLY own an Elite
Post by: TheBoy on 03 March 2008, 22:11:15

Welcome to the site :)

Title: Re: I FINALLY own an Elite
Post by: Firkit on 03 March 2008, 23:33:15

As another new elite owner I certainly agree about the badge snobbery. From the inside looking out it's easily as good as any other big executive saloon, but a quarter of the price. Which is nice.

Everyone who's sat in mine so far has commented on the level of spec, and then let themselves down by adding "for a Vauxhall".

Title: Re: I FINALLY own an Elite
Post by: Cav9_4 on 03 March 2008, 23:37:43

Hi & welcome to the forum :y

Title: Re: I FINALLY own an Elite
Post by: A380 Elite on 03 March 2008, 23:46:29

 :) Hi'ya and welcome.

Title: Re: I FINALLY own an Elite
Post by: Vamps on 03 March 2008, 23:58:27

Hello and welcome to the forum. :)

Title: Re: I FINALLY own an Elite
Post by: zirk on 04 March 2008, 01:14:00

Hi and welcome to OOF.

Title: Re: I FINALLY own an Elite
Post by: Auto Addict on 07 March 2008, 17:36:24

Welcome to the forum :y

Title: Re: I FINALLY own an Elite
Post by: ffcgary1 on 09 March 2008, 18:42:48

Welcome to the forum and enjoy your time with us. :y
Gary.

Title: Re: I FINALLY own an Elite
Post by: Kieran on 09 March 2008, 21:16:58

Hello and welcome.Bloody nice car hope you enjoy it.Your right about the petrol stations i also have found a few new ones :y

Title: Re: I FINALLY own an Elite
Post by: less on 09 March 2008, 21:55:03

Hi and welcome to the forum  :y

I've often wondered if the running costs for the 'snob brands' was comparable to a mig  :-/

Title: Re: I FINALLY own an Elite
Post by: Tafty on 10 March 2008, 07:48:09

Very jealous indeed - my CDX will do for now :(

Welcome to the forum :y

Title: Re: I FINALLY own an Elite
Post by: Bo Bo on 10 March 2008, 10:20:31

Hello & welcome  :)

Title: Re: I FINALLY own an Elite
Post by: DaveyDavey on 10 March 2008, 10:34:25

Greetings and salutations.  :)

Title: Re: I FINALLY own an Elite
Post by: tomoco on 10 March 2008, 14:03:10

Welcome mate and enjoy the forum :y

Title: Re: I FINALLY own an Elite
Post by: Vmax on 10 March 2008, 14:09:29

I've had my Elite for around a month now, great car - and loads of help on this forum, Welcome .    [smiley=beer.gif]

Title: Re: I FINALLY own an Elite
Post by: bob.dent on 10 March 2008, 16:01:31

Hiya and welcome to OOF. :y

Title: Re: I FINALLY own an Elite
Post by: thewelshman on 11 March 2008, 00:57:13

Hi and welcome to the OOF    :y

Title: Re: I FINALLY own an Elite
Post by: maria on 05 April 2008, 11:50:25

Hello and welcome :y