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I FINALLY own an Elite
03. Mar 2008 at 19:31

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.

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Dazzler Omega Baron Offline Drive it like you stole it...... Posts: 4459 Sutton, Surrey Gender: Drives: AMG C32 estate	Re: I FINALLY own an Elite Reply #1 - 03. Mar 2008 at 19:36 Welcome, enjoy the forum.
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Richard P Junior Member Offline Posts: 143 Wimborne, Dorset Gender: Drives: 2001 2.6 Elite Auto, GL1200IH	Re: I FINALLY own an Elite Reply #2 - 03. Mar 2008 at 19:40 Welcome to the forum mate, and congratulations on finally owning a proper car 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.
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vauxnut1 Junior Member Offline Once driven - forever smitten !! Posts: 214 Sunny Norfolk Gender: Drives: 2.5 v6	Re: I FINALLY own an Elite Reply #3 - 03. Mar 2008 at 19:44 Hi and welcome
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Pete. Omega King Offline Makes Driving Pleasurable Again . Posts: 10449 Nr J28 of the M1 Gender: Drives: Black 02 Omega DTi. Black 56 Monaro VXR. Red 97 Rover 114 SLi.	Re: I FINALLY own an Elite Reply #4 - 03. Mar 2008 at 19:48 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 PS. Welcome to the OOF too
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achoo81 Senior Member Offline Posts: 727 Exmouth Devon Gender: Drives: 1998 MV6 est auto& SWMBO's Kia Picanto 1.1 LX auto	Re: I FINALLY own an Elite Reply #5 - 03. Mar 2008 at 19:49 Hi blueview, welcome to the forum.
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mars Omega Baron Offline Posts: 2076 Cannock, Staffordshire Gender: Drives: 2001 2.2 cdx, 2003 2.2CD, 2003 Citroen Picasso 2007 Citroen Dispatch	Re: I FINALLY own an Elite Reply #6 - 03. Mar 2008 at 19:56 Hello mate. I bought my first Omega about a month ago and love it. Welcome
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tomoco Omega Knight Offline Posts: 1294 leicester Gender: Drives: 2002 2.6 manual	Re: I FINALLY own an Elite Reply #7 - 03. Mar 2008 at 20:00 Hi and welcome mate
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Elite Pete Omega King Offline My spider senses are tingling Posts: 17813 Northwich/Chester Gender: Drives: Facelift Wheezel,Breaking 2001 MV6	Re: I FINALLY own an Elite Reply #8 - 03. Mar 2008 at 20:12 Hi and welcome to the forum
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MikeDundee Omega King Offline avatar borrowed from DLK for a bit..... Posts: 10127 Costa Del Peckham Gender: Drives: Irmscher Omega 3.0 V6	Re: I FINALLY own an Elite Reply #9 - 03. Mar 2008 at 20:14 Welcome to the Forum
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mattyboy Junior Member Offline Posts: 67 Southampton Gender: Drives: 98 3.0 V6 Elite estate	Re: I FINALLY own an Elite Reply #10 - 03. Mar 2008 at 20:24 Welcome and enjoy
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Entwood Omega King Offline Quietly Confident Posts: 13708 North Wiltshire Gender: Drives: 3.2 Elite (with LPG)	Re: I FINALLY own an Elite Reply #11 - 03. Mar 2008 at 21:12 "Hello" and Welcome
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Albs Omega King Offline The upgrades are ongoing. Posts: 15083 North Essex Gender: Drives: 2000 2.5CD with LPG/Honda cbr600 FX	Re: I FINALLY own an Elite Reply #12 - 03. Mar 2008 at 22:02 hi welcome,sounds like your in love
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TheBoy Administrator Offline TBE has an MOT! Posts: 64817 Brackley, Northants Gender: Drives: 98 MV6, 03 Elite, 00 25, 89 ZX10	Re: I FINALLY own an Elite Reply #13 - 03. Mar 2008 at 22:11 Welcome to the site
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Firkit Newbie Offline Posts: 4 Dudley, West Mids Gender:	Re: I FINALLY own an Elite Reply #14 - 03. Mar 2008 at 23:33 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".
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Cav9_4 Omega Knight Offline Omega 2.5 V6 Auto Posts: 1463 Sutton-In-Ashfield,Notts Gender:	Re: I FINALLY own an Elite Reply #15 - 03. Mar 2008 at 23:37 Hi & welcome to the forum
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A380 Elite Omega Knight Offline Posts: 1015 Ashford, Middx. Gender: Drives: 1997 3.0 Elite	Re: I FINALLY own an Elite Reply #16 - 03. Mar 2008 at 23:46 Hi'ya and welcome.
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Vamps Omega King Offline Flying Tonight, so Be Prepared. Posts: 16571 Bishop Middleham, Co Durham. Gender: Drives: 2.0L Auto Estate & 2.2 CD Auto Saloon	Re: I FINALLY own an Elite Reply #17 - 03. Mar 2008 at 23:58 Hello and welcome to the forum.
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zirk Omega Baron Offline Posts: 3146 London / Essex Gender: Drives: 3.0 MV6 FL Man Est, 3.0 MV6 FL Auto Est, 2.5TD PF Man Est, RWD RS Sapphire Cosworth	Re: I FINALLY own an Elite Reply #18 - 04. Mar 2008 at 01:14 Hi and welcome to OOF.
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Auto Addict Administrator Offline OOF's Elder Statesman Posts: 10091 North Birmingham Gender: Drives: 2.6 CDX	Re: I FINALLY own an Elite Reply #19 - 07. Mar 2008 at 17:36 Welcome to the forum
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ffcgary1 Omega Baron Offline I really must get my eyes seen to. Posts: 2263 Mitcham,Surrey. Gender: Drives: 2.5 v6 tourer, 2000 4.0 straight 6 jeep cherokee lpg	Re: I FINALLY own an Elite Reply #20 - 09. Mar 2008 at 19:42 Welcome to the forum and enjoy your time with us. Gary.
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Kieran Senior Member Offline Posts: 863 Ferndown Dorset UK Gender: Drives: 2.6 cdx estate automatic and 3.0l 24v Senator	Re: I FINALLY own an Elite Reply #21 - 09. Mar 2008 at 22:16 Hello and welcome.Bloody nice car hope you enjoy it.Your right about the petrol stations i also have found a few new ones
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less Senior Member Offline Posts: 851 Hemel Hempstead Gender: Drives: 2002 2.6 Elite Auto Saloon	Re: I FINALLY own an Elite Reply #22 - 09. Mar 2008 at 22:55 Hi and welcome to the forum I've often wondered if the running costs for the 'snob brands' was comparable to a mig
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Tafty Senior Member Offline This week I am no longer the owner of a miggy!! :( Posts: 594 Liverpool Gender:	Re: I FINALLY own an Elite Reply #23 - 10. Mar 2008 at 08:48 Very jealous indeed - my CDX will do for now Welcome to the forum
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Bo Bo Omega Lord Offline Here's another nice mess you've gotten me into! Posts: 5016 Coventry Gender:	Re: I FINALLY own an Elite Reply #24 - 10. Mar 2008 at 11:20 Hello & welcome
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DaveyDavey Intermediate Member Offline Posts: 328 Bristol Gender: Drives: 2.2 DTi Elite Estate (at the end of May!)	Re: I FINALLY own an Elite Reply #25 - 10. Mar 2008 at 11:34 Greetings and salutations.
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tomoco Omega Knight Offline Posts: 1294 leicester Gender: Drives: 2002 2.6 manual	Re: I FINALLY own an Elite Reply #26 - 10. Mar 2008 at 15:03 Welcome mate and enjoy the forum
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Vmax Senior Member Offline Missing life on two wheels :( Posts: 669 Waterlooville, Hampshire. Gender: Drives: JAGUAR XJ8 SPORT	Re: I FINALLY own an Elite Reply #27 - 10. Mar 2008 at 15:09 I've had my Elite for around a month now, great car - and loads of help on this forum, Welcome .
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bobdent Omega Lord Offline Drives better than an Omega Posts: 6705 A pub in Hertfordshire Gender: Drives: 2002 3.2 MV6 Irmscher Estate	Re: I FINALLY own an Elite Reply #28 - 10. Mar 2008 at 17:01 Hiya and welcome to OOF.
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thewelshman Senior Member Offline Posts: 743 Rhondda. S Wales Gender: Drives: 3.2 Elite	Re: I FINALLY own an Elite Reply #29 - 11. Mar 2008 at 01:57 Hi and welcome to the OOF
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