Well, im just over two weeks into being an ex-omega owner and must say I really really love the new found freedom the Lucida has given us.
Driving wise, compared to the Elite, it is pants. Its (a lot) slower, noisier and the handling is on par with a boat. But I went into this with my eyes open and knew this would be the case, plus swmbo is the main driver so it isnt a major concern to me.
Its general condition is still surprising me. I have so far (touching a load of wood with crossed fingers
) had no nasty surprises. It starts on the button and has a really smooth diesel lump (although it could do with more sound proofing) and it is HUGE inside (8 in it the other day with a single and a double pram and still space to spare!!)
Fuel wise, we have covered about 800 miles in it so far and although its not as economical as the Elite, its in no way a disgrace (I would guess an average 27mpg). But when you think on a few of these journeys we would have had to use two cars, then it starts making more sense.
The biggest downside I have discovered is constantly being overtaken. The Elite used to be comfortable cruising at 70+, this is more comfortable at 55ish, so I have become the old man on the road (but I get to give company Jag XFs and Mercs a spanking every week so I dont really care
)
So, i'll still be coming in to see you lot. The teoc website is ok, but there can be days between replies so doesnt seem even slightly as busy as this great site.
Thanks once again everyone for all your help over the past few years, I cant begin to tell you how much help youve been.
Wayne