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Newbie Area => Newbie Welcome Area => Topic started by: Lordmpl on 16 May 2007, 14:21:12

Title: Hello All form Thetford
Post by: Lordmpl on 16 May 2007, 14:21:12

Hello, Im Mark,
Just got my first Omega, I have been wanting one of these vehicles for years, since they first came out. They are so smooth and quiet.
I have a growing family, so my budget is tight.
I have just aquired a 2.0ltr 16v Ecotech Omega CD, its not a new car its Lreg (95), but it will get me going. Has a few probs, but i will endevour to get it back to its former glory.
So you may see me asking for hints and tips.

Thanks, Mark.

Title: Re: Hello All form Thetford
Post by: Elite Pete on 16 May 2007, 14:28:46

Hi Mark and welcome to the Omega ownership and the forum :)

Title: Re: Hello All form Thetford
Post by: Bo Bo on 16 May 2007, 14:45:13

Hello Mark & welcome  :)

Title: Re: Hello All form Thetford
Post by: bob.dent on 16 May 2007, 15:02:29

Hi Mark and welcome to the world of Omega :y

Title: Re: Hello All form Thetford
Post by: amigov6 on 16 May 2007, 15:46:57

 :)Welcome aboard Mark. Lots of helpfull members on here. How much work does your mig need, ie is it t&t & running, or more to do? [smiley=vrolijk_26.gif]

Title: Re: Hello All form Thetford
Post by: Lordmpl on 16 May 2007, 16:18:43

It needs a few things, When i bought it 3 weeks ago, it had a full mot, no tax, got it for £250.00.
He said it had a knocking exhaust, when i drove it i heard the knocking, accepted his explanation, and took it home, i was not haggling to much, not for that money.

After having a good look under it the next day found it was the wishbone knocking, not so bad, these can be cheap enough, but makes me wonder how it has a full MOT with knocking wishy.?

Also the central locking not working, thought it might be a fuse or a soleniod, so had a look they all ok, so checked for the black box in drivers footwell, There aint one there (Just a plug), so gotta do this.

Couple of the door trims are coming loose, as they have been catching on the doors when opening.

Pixels missing from the computer thingy, but i have ordered a new one from ebay, got it for a tenner, so this ok.

Apart from that, it runs like a dream, is smooth and quiet, has a new full exhaust, 4x new tyres, so i got my moneys worth.

Plus I have 3 kiddies now, 1 a new arrival, and needed a large car, with a big boot, so gave me a good excuse to get, the much sought after Omega. I have wanted one since i was about 18, lol, my uncle had an elite and i loved it.

Anyway, thats enough from me, thanks for asking, Catch you later, Mark.

Title: Re: Hello All form Thetford
Post by: Auto Addict on 16 May 2007, 17:27:20

Welcome to the forum :y

Title: Re: Hello All form Thetford
Post by: Markie on 16 May 2007, 18:08:24

Hello and welcome to our forum  :y

Title: Re: Hello All form Thetford
Post by: DaveL on 16 May 2007, 21:02:07

welcome to the site Mark, glad you are pleased with your 'new' car. Hope we can keep you going and save you money at the same time. :y
 8-)
DaveL

Title: Re: Hello All form Thetford
Post by: TheBoy on 16 May 2007, 21:03:57

Welcome to the site :)

I used to spend many a happy summer holiday out your neck of the woods in my younger days....

Title: Re: Hello All form Thetford
Post by: Glib on 16 May 2007, 21:32:32

Hello Mark and welcome I'm an Omega virgin too Bought mine about 6 sonths ago and lurve it :y
Some very clever peeps on here (Me not being one of them) So I'm sure they can help you along your restoration  :D
Best of luck
Mark

Title: Re: Hello All form Thetford
Post by: Martin_1962 on 16 May 2007, 21:59:10

Hello & Welcome :y

Title: Re: Hello All form Thetford
Post by: Chopsdad on 17 May 2007, 20:56:49

Hello Lord Mark and welcome to the forum  :)

Title: Re: Hello All form Thetford
Post by: iggy21uk on 21 May 2007, 00:39:08

Welcome & happy Omega motoring  :y  (http://i108.photobucket.com/albums/n21/iggy21_2006/drive.gif)

Title: Re: Hello All form Thetford
Post by: RossPhim on 22 May 2007, 16:44:59

A warm welcome to the forum, Mark!   8-)   :y

Title: Re: Hello All form Thetford
Post by: MikeDundee on 22 May 2007, 18:15:36

Hi and welcome to the Forum Mark :y