Photo: Bogdan Popa/autoevolution/eBay seller booxav0
The short-lived Oldsmobile Omega debuted in 1973 as an affordable model, borrowing most of its underpinnings from the more popular Chevrolet Nova.
Olds manufactured the Omega for only three generations, with the last series leaving the Nova behind and continuing its life as a rebadged version of the Chevrolet Citation.
The second generation hit the streets in 1975, with the first models available with a six-cylinder engine donated by Chevrolet. The engine had a displacement of 250 cubic inches, producing only 115 horsepower but fitting the Omega concept like a glove.
However, Oldsmobile also offered more powerful choices, including a Buick 350 V8 rated for people specifically interested in more performance. The Oldsmobile 260 was available until the end of the second generation (in 1979).
The 1976 Omega you can see in these photos hides a mysterious engine under the hood, as seller booxav0 didn't share any powertrain information. It's safe to assume the mill won't bring good news, as the car looks like it's been sitting for many years, with the engine possibly locked up.
The listing doesn't answer several essential questions, so it's impossible to tell if the engine still turns over without an inspection. You should order a third-party inspection or check out the car yourself before committing to a purchase, especially because so many details are missing. What we do know is that the Omega is still complete and original.
It means that bringing it back to the road is still possible, but the amount of work required for the project can only be determined with an in-person inspection.
The biggest concern is that the car has previously suffered flood damage, with the interior severely damaged. However, the most worrying tidbit is the engine's condition following the flood, as the mill could be wrecked due to the water that got inside the car.
The car looks like it's been sitting in some sort of forest, so it's safe to assume you'll find rust on floors and in the trunk. The owner promises the body is straight, possibly still wearing the original paint.
At first glance, this Oldsmobile Omega is a good candidate for a daily driver, especially because the car is still complete. The owner only wants $1,000 for their Olds, and their expectation makes sense, considering the vehicle's rough shape.
However, with flood damage and an uncertain engine, this Omega might have zero chances to return to the road, so most people could consider it a waste of time to travel to Conroe, Texas, to see it in person. The listing will expire in five days, so if you believe the Omega is worth your iPhone money, you can trigger the Buy It Now option on the eBay page.
The second generation hit the streets in 1975, with the first models available with a six-cylinder engine donated by Chevrolet. The engine had a displacement of 250 cubic inches, producing only 115 horsepower but fitting the Omega concept like a glove.
However, Oldsmobile also offered more powerful choices, including a Buick 350 V8 rated for people specifically interested in more performance. The Oldsmobile 260 was available until the end of the second generation (in 1979).
The 1976 Omega you can see in these photos hides a mysterious engine under the hood, as seller booxav0 didn't share any powertrain information. It's safe to assume the mill won't bring good news, as the car looks like it's been sitting for many years, with the engine possibly locked up.
The listing doesn't answer several essential questions, so it's impossible to tell if the engine still turns over without an inspection. You should order a third-party inspection or check out the car yourself before committing to a purchase, especially because so many details are missing. What we do know is that the Omega is still complete and original.
It means that bringing it back to the road is still possible, but the amount of work required for the project can only be determined with an in-person inspection.
The biggest concern is that the car has previously suffered flood damage, with the interior severely damaged. However, the most worrying tidbit is the engine's condition following the flood, as the mill could be wrecked due to the water that got inside the car.
The car looks like it's been sitting in some sort of forest, so it's safe to assume you'll find rust on floors and in the trunk. The owner promises the body is straight, possibly still wearing the original paint.
At first glance, this Oldsmobile Omega is a good candidate for a daily driver, especially because the car is still complete. The owner only wants $1,000 for their Olds, and their expectation makes sense, considering the vehicle's rough shape.
However, with flood damage and an uncertain engine, this Omega might have zero chances to return to the road, so most people could consider it a waste of time to travel to Conroe, Texas, to see it in person. The listing will expire in five days, so if you believe the Omega is worth your iPhone money, you can trigger the Buy It Now option on the eBay page.
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