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Title: My Omega is dead...
Post by: Pippin on 26 October 2011, 21:47:33
It is with great regret that i have to announce the death of my 2002 Omega... :'( :'(

Following a serious collision with a stolen Subaru Impreza this morning, my vehicle has been taken to the great car park in the sky....

Luckily both me and my father who was a passenger in the vehicle at the time are both well, just a little shaken. Its just so annoying that after all the work i have done on the vehicle it has been taken so abruptly... I will now be waiting to see what the insurance company offer me for it, i wont be holding my breath though for a decent figure in the current market...

Phill  :'(
Title: Re: My Omega is dead...
Post by: tunnie on 26 October 2011, 21:48:48
Sorry to hear that, never good to have a car written off. But metal can be replaced!

Always reject first offer  :y
Title: Re: My Omega is dead...
Post by: Pippin on 26 October 2011, 21:59:04
Thanks Tunnie  :y

Its just so annoying that the little so and so's just casually looked at me before running away from scene...

Phill
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Post by: albitz on 26 October 2011, 22:02:41
Worth buying it back and repairing it ? Get a breakdown of parts etc required. you might be able to put it back together quite cheaply with good second hand parts.Depends on the extent of the damage. :y
Title: Re: My Omega is dead...
Post by: Pippin on 26 October 2011, 22:05:16
Worth buying it back and repairing it ? Get a breakdown of parts etc required. you might be able to put it back together quite cheaply with good second hand parts.Depends on the extent of the damage. :y

Albs, if i could get the hang of uploading a photo to here i'd pop one up to show the extent of the damage, however if i was to say that the NSR Quarter, boot and boot lid etc are no longer attached to the car would be an understatement... :'(
Title: Re: My Omega is dead...
Post by: RobG on 26 October 2011, 22:07:47
Can you send it me via e-mail
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Post by: albitz on 26 October 2011, 22:08:16
Ah,in that case, sorry for your loss. ;)
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Post by: Clouseau on 26 October 2011, 22:09:52
OMG!  Can't believe that Phil.  Did they catch the b******ds? :o
Title: Re: My Omega is dead...
Post by: Pippin on 26 October 2011, 22:10:18
Can you send it me via e-mail

Rob, once i manage to get the blessed thing on my computer from my phone i might be able to manage that, only just had a new Mac and its taking a bit of getting used to to sync it with my phone... :D

Phill
Title: Re: My Omega is dead...
Post by: Pippin on 26 October 2011, 22:11:38
OMG!  Can't believe that Phil.  Did they catch the b******ds? :o

Whilst i was at the station giving my statement i was given the information that the passenger had been arrested but they were awaiting the helicopter to continue the search for the driver... :-\

Phill
Title: Re: My Omega is dead...
Post by: Pippin on 26 October 2011, 22:12:08
Ah,in that case, sorry for your loss. ;)

Thanks Albs... :y
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Post by: The Red Baron on 26 October 2011, 22:16:08
so sorry to hear about the car, at least your both ok, thats the main thing.
Title: Re: My Omega is dead...
Post by: Pippin on 26 October 2011, 22:20:57
so sorry to hear about the car, at least your both ok, thats the main thing.

Thanks Red Baron....

Phill
Title: Re: My Omega is dead...
Post by: Vamps on 26 October 2011, 22:21:43
So sorry for your loss,:( at least you and your father were ok.... :y
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Post by: Clouseau on 26 October 2011, 22:21:55
(http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j123/rjlangton/RIP.jpg)

 :'(
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Post by: henryd on 26 October 2011, 22:23:20
As said,glad you are both ok,the car can be replaced but the organic bits cannot.
Title: Re: My Omega is dead...
Post by: Clouseau on 26 October 2011, 22:27:58

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Whilst i was at the station giving my statement i was given the information that the passenger had been arrested but they were awaiting the helicopter to continue the search for the driver... :-\

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Was it being pursued?  Sounds like it was if the passenger was picked up after the de-camp and the air unit was tracking the driver? It's good that the passenger was nicked but the driver's the prize... >:(
Title: Re: My Omega is dead...
Post by: Varche on 26 October 2011, 22:32:55


Whilst i was at the station giving my statement i was given the information that the passenger had been arrested but they were awaiting the helicopter to continue the search for the driver... :-\

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Was it being pursued?  Sounds like it was if the passenger was picked up after the de-camp and the air unit was tracking the driver? It's good that the passenger was nicked but the driver's the prize...

>:( If they catch him he will probably be taught a lesson and get a two month supsended sentence. :y
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Title: Re: My Omega is dead...
Post by: Pippin on 26 October 2011, 22:34:43


Whilst i was at the station giving my statement i was given the information that the passenger had been arrested but they were awaiting the helicopter to continue the search for the driver... :-\

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Was it being pursued?  Sounds like it was if the passenger was picked up after the de-camp and the air unit was tracking the driver? It's good that the passenger was nicked but the driver's the prize... >:(

No it wasnt being pursued, luckily there was a passing police vehicle that arrived moments after the incident....

Phill
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Post by: Del Boy on 26 October 2011, 22:45:42
Sorry to hear this mate, glad you and your father are ok though.
Title: Re: My Omega is dead...
Post by: Pippin on 26 October 2011, 23:01:52
Sorry to hear this mate, glad you and your father are ok though.

Thanks Del.... :)
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Post by: RobG on 26 October 2011, 23:08:21
Sorry to hear this mate, glad you and your father are ok though.
Seconded Phil. As said, at the end of the day it`s only metal. Plenty of Omega`s about if you decide to get another one :y
Title: Re: My Omega is dead...
Post by: albitz on 26 October 2011, 23:10:25
Including that tasty Elite estate you have Rob. ;) :D

Did you sort the ABS ECU problem it has btw ?  :-\
Title: Re: My Omega is dead...
Post by: RobG on 26 October 2011, 23:16:16
Including that tasty Elite estate you have Rob. ;) :D

Did you sort the ABS ECU problem it has btw ?  :-\
Wasn`t implying anything of the sort Albs................and yes, ABS ecu all fitted and working as it should :y
Title: Re: My Omega is dead...
Post by: SIR Philbutt on 27 October 2011, 00:04:15
Sorry to read about this  :(

Glad you and your dad are ok  :)

Another phil (with 1 L though)  :y
Title: Re: My Omega is dead...
Post by: albitz on 27 October 2011, 00:15:52
Including that tasty Elite estate you have Rob. ;) :D

Did you sort the ABS ECU problem it has btw ?  :-\
Wasn`t implying anything of the sort Albs................and yes, ABS ecu all fitted and working as it should :y

I know you werent Rob,but on the other hand if the OP wants a nice Mig in a hurry,might be a possibility for him. ;)
Glad you got it sorted btw. :y
Title: Re: My Omega is dead...
Post by: JIFFY on 27 October 2011, 02:23:06
Sorry to hear of youre loss,
but hey you can allways replace a metalbox,youre health and wellbeing are far more valuable,
hope the insurance company dont give you any hassle,never take the first offer,
Title: Re: My Omega is dead...
Post by: bob.dent on 27 October 2011, 09:45:55
Sorry to hear Pippin, that's awful. :(
Hopefully you'll get enough from the insurance to get yourself another one as there's plenty of decent Mig's still about. :y
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Post by: Dishevelled Den on 27 October 2011, 09:48:54
Frustrating and annoying - without doubt.  Hope you can get things sorted out before too long. :y
Title: Re: My Omega is dead...
Post by: Pippin on 27 October 2011, 09:49:01
Sorry to hear Pippin, that's awful. :(
Hopefully you'll get enough from the insurance to get yourself another one as there's plenty of decent Mig's still about. :y

Thats what i'm hoping to do, but maybe a diesel one this time because of the mileage i cover...
Title: Re: My Omega is dead...
Post by: Pippin on 27 October 2011, 09:50:04
Frustrating and annoying - without doubt.  Hope you can get things sorted out before too long. :y

Thanks Den, hopefully the Police accident investigating officer will be in touch with me today to complete the accident book...currently just waiting for my hire car to arrive...
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Post by: Macduff on 27 October 2011, 13:44:08
Sorry to hear of your loss, glad that you are both ok.
Title: Re: My Omega is dead...
Post by: blackviper90210 on 27 October 2011, 16:59:06
Jesus mate, just seen this post  :-[

I'm just glad you and your dad are ok!  I can't believe that, we only just met at the meet with your mig & what a sweet motor it was too. If there is anything I can do to help you out mate, let me know  :y
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Post by: PhilRich on 27 October 2011, 19:24:42
I've just found out too! damned bad luck to lose the car  :'(  but thank heavens You & your Dad are ok!  :y
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Post by: omegod on 27 October 2011, 19:45:03
So is that about a dozen Mig crashes in the last 2 weeks on here alone? FFS won't be many left at this rate.

Sorry to hear of your misfortune and hope they catch the scrotes.

Title: Re: My Omega is dead...
Post by: astroblaster on 27 October 2011, 23:25:01
Really sorry to hear that mate but at least you and your dad are ok
Title: Re: My Omega is dead...
Post by: Pippin on 29 October 2011, 00:22:02
Jesus mate, just seen this post  :-[

I'm just glad you and your dad are ok!  I can't believe that, we only just met at the meet with your mig & what a sweet motor it was too. If there is anything I can do to help you out mate, let me know  :y

Thanks Dave, just waiting to see what silly offer the insurance compnay give me...

Phill
Title: Re: My Omega is dead...
Post by: Pippin on 29 October 2011, 00:22:26
Really sorry to hear that mate but at least you and your dad are ok

Thanks  :y
Title: Re: My Omega is dead...
Post by: Pippin on 29 October 2011, 00:23:31
So is that about a dozen Mig crashes in the last 2 weeks on here alone? FFS won't be many left at this rate.

Sorry to hear of your misfortune and hope they catch the scrotes.

Thanks,

They still only have arrested the passenger, driver managed to get away even with the helicopter looking for him... :-[
Title: Re: My Omega is dead...
Post by: Pippin on 29 October 2011, 00:24:09
I've just found out too! damned bad luck to lose the car  :'(  but thank heavens You & your Dad are ok!  :y

Thanks PhilRich... :y
Title: Re: My Omega is dead...
Post by: Pippin on 01 November 2011, 17:37:06
Hi All

Just a quick update...the Police at present haven't managed to arrest the driver... :'(  my insurance company today have confirmed that the vehicle is to be written off, I am just waiting for the decision on valuation, hopefully in the next couple of days...

On a more positive note, I have managed to obtain a replacement vehicle (Unfortunately not an Omega), I couldn't refuse the offer, a 2006 Vauxhall Signum 1.9CDTi with 47k and a full Vauxhall service history from my local dealers where I get my parts from...hopefully pictures to follow in the gallery section if this is allowed... :y

Phill
Title: Re: My Omega is dead...
Post by: blackviper90210 on 01 November 2011, 19:33:34
Gutted for you Phill, that you lost your pride & joy. Hopefully you wont be ripped off & raped out of pocket because of this! Looking forward to seeing the pictures of your new car though.
Are you able to still join us this month?

Title: Re: My Omega is dead...
Post by: Pippin on 01 November 2011, 20:18:57
Hi Dave

The way insurance companies are nowadays there is no doubt their offer will be rock bottom...

UNfortunately I can't make this month as I'm working both dates that have been suggested... :(

Phill