Well, my hunt for an affordable omega started in earnest yesterday, 260 miles travelled and an MV6 and an Elite lloked at and test drove.
Now, this is probably a bit of a rant (apologies), but why do people lie in their descriptions of cars? Firstly the MV6 (advertised in newbury on PH for £1255), Ok, this wasnt too far off, but the owner had neglected to mention several issues, such as a large mark on the rear bumper, missing buttons on the dash etc. Given that i told them it was a 180 mile round trip, id rather they were honest, but I assume they think if they can get me there I'll buy it whatever condition?
TBH the car was ok, and drove well, just was looking a bit to tired for the money, considering what else is available.
Next, an elite on ebay now this was a complete shed and the owner a blatant liar - dont get me wrong I dont expect showroom condition, however when I ask if there is any rust, and am told "the rear arches have been done, they arent that tidy but the rust has completely removed, there isnt any rust..." I dont expect to drive from newbury to kidderminster to find that the rear arches offset the star silver with a lovely shade of brown, that is so bad i can pick large pieces off with my fingers.
That coupled with the ad not mentioning other major problems - oil leaks (however the owner cant open the bonnet due to a broken catch...), vibration through the steering wheel, window buttons broken / missing, dubious history to name but a few = a complete waste of time.
in case anyones thinking of bidding this car is on ebay currently around £420 (cant post link in my second message!)
pm me for full details of whats wrong
Anyway, undeterred, Im off to see another 3.0 elite tonight (hopefully).
Alternatively, If anyone has a tidy enough elite or MV6 (facelift) with life left on the cambelt and thinking of selling for £1100 or less send me a PM!!!