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Omega General Help / Shaky steering wheel when braking

« on: 07 July 2009, 21:04:35 »

Looks like I found a really nice Omega but seller is saying that there is a problem with vibrations while breaking. Any ideas what might cause this and how serious the problem is?

Does it sound like a costly repair?

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Omega General Help / VIN number

« on: 08 July 2009, 20:56:28 »

I have got this VIN number

WOLOVBP69Y1182***

1. I am not sure if 2 and 3 symbol is O or 0 (letter or digit)
2. It should be right hand drive 3.0 FL elite but after decoding I was surprised that VIN says that this is actually mv6 made in Germany

I tough RHD omegas were made in the uk. :-/
does it make any sense to you? can anyone point me website with Vauxhall VIN decoding info or just decode this vin? (last 3 digits is just a serial number)

I have spent last hour trying to find one!

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Newbie Welcome Area / Just want to say hello

« on: 28 May 2009, 16:07:56 »

Hello everyone.

I am not an omega owner but I hope to be one.
Looking for 3.0 elite now...

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Cars for Sale & wanted / Looking for 3.0 elite or MV6 from 2000 or younger

« on: 28 May 2009, 16:21:41 »

I am looking for 3.0 elite or MV6 from 2000 or younger. I have got about 1200-1300 max to spend. Any offers or suggestions?

I have recently seen 3.0 elite with 80k on the clock for 999. Unfortunately is sold now. Don't you think it was suspiciously cheap?

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General Car Chat / Tricks to improve car before selling?

« on: 01 June 2009, 01:07:40 »

I was looking at one nice LPG converted omega on ebay which was almost exactly as I wanted. I checked feedback and I found that seller bought some interesting items recently...

Set 6 Genuine LPG/CNG/Autogas/Petrol Silver Spark Plugs - week before auction

Nitrox Ceramic 7 Engine Oil Additive Audi,Bmw,Mercedes - month before auction

Does it mean that he was trying to temporary improve performance (especially oil additive) for potential viewers and I should forget about this car, or maybe I should be happy that he was looking after his car... ?

By the way... is oil additive like this recommended at all?

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General Car Chat / Omega B FL MV6 without spoiler?

« on: 29 May 2009, 20:34:10 »

I thought that all Omegas B FL MV6 should have a small spoiler. I am currently looking for one of those. I found one with nice MV6 alloys, 3.0 V6 engine but it is without spoiler. Does it mean that it is actually not MV6? :-/ 

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General Discussion Area / Which tune is a must in your omega?

« on: 12 July 2009, 22:28:12 »

I am trying to make a list of best driving songs. Any suggestions?

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General Discussion Area / Has it ever happened to you?

« on: 09 July 2009, 22:44:10 »

Here is the story... Couple of days ago I have finally found nice looking 3.0 elite in my price range. I contacted the seller and made appointment to view the car. I left work earlier to get there on time. Just before getting on train I rang the seller to confirm viewing. He said that there is another guy coming at 5 but if I will arrive at 4:15 I will still have some time to view the car before next client. I was sure that I should get there by 4:15. So... I bought the ticket, spent 2:30 on the train to finally get to Peterborough. I got off the train, called seller to tell him that I am there, he picked up and... told me that the car has just been sold!!! I couldn't believe my ears

So 5 hours on trains 100 quid paid for tickets and just big disappointment at the end. Is it just my bad luck or something like this happens quite often?

By the way, I would like to say thank you to OOF member with the nick serek. He offered me help with checking the car before I put cash on the table. I really appreciate your help mate! maybe next time

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General Discussion Area / Help needed in Peterborough (PE1)

« on: 08 July 2009, 19:29:58 »

I will be buying 3.0 elite FL tomorrow and I would really appreciate if someone would help me decide if she is mechanically OK and worth the money. I will be viewing the car around 3 maybe 4 PM so if you can help me please send me a message.

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General Discussion Area / Any forum members in Manchester?

« on: 13 June 2009, 21:35:01 »

I might be buying 3.0 elite in Manchester soon and I was thinking that maybe someone could have a look at it before I put cash on the table. I have never had omega before and I just don't know where to look to spot incoming problems.
I will have to take a train (from London) and I don't know anyone who could help me up there. I am thinking about paying for eventual help

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General Discussion Area / How many miles can Omega do?

« on: 03 June 2009, 22:33:27 »

I wonder how many miles can different parts of omega survive? Lets say 2001 3.2 MV6 estate.
I would say:
1. engine 250k
2. gearbox (auto) 250k

But what about other things like rear differential, suspension, air conditioning, alternator, power steering and other important parts not mentioned?

What do you say?

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General Discussion Area / Discussion about car on ebay

« on: 29 May 2009, 20:47:37 »

Am I allowed to put ebay item number and ask forum members what do they think about the car?