Omni haters here? - Team-BHP

ssl2uv108 · 7th August 2006, 23:36

If you do hate an Omni please elaborate - why?

autozealot · 8th August 2006, 00:26

No, how can u ever think about hating an omni

.......my sweet old maruti van..I got a white mauti van when i was 6 yrs old. I still have it intact.
ofcourse, its a toy........

.......I've never owned an actual 1. Apart from the safety (possibly the only) issue, theres nothing much to hate about it, I guess.

jango · 8th August 2006, 00:31

NO One can ever hate an OMNI. The first of the kind to come out with sliding doors, and its a gud van.....i love it !!!

devarshi84 · 8th August 2006, 00:43

we had an omni some years ago. The navy blue coloured van(as it is commonly known as) served us exceedingly well for a maruti.

done around 80K before we sold it for 90K.

I dont love the omni as a car but as a vehicle its an excellent proposition. No city UV can accomodate a joint Indian family of grandsons and grandparents in a car for a affordable price and good comfort even today.

Looks and interiors are due for an upgrade in a long time and an a/c version needs to be released.

khaadu75 · 8th August 2006, 01:49

Quote:

Originally Posted by ssl2uv108

If you do hate an Omni please elaborate - why?

Hey, I wonder why such a thread ??? Trust me ... the OMNI was probably one of the best things that happened to Indians as far as automation is concerened !! What an OMNI can do , No other car can do .. It just depends on wether you know how to get the best out of it ...

And before I say anything any farther ...... I wud like to know why you hate it --- and then watch my answer !!!

Cheers

ritik123 · 8th August 2006, 02:06

I love the OMNI. Nothing more, nothing less.

mail4ajo · 8th August 2006, 02:24

I hate the OMNI for having the engine right under the driver's seat making it really uncomfortable for long drives, oncoming traffic on your face feeling, Reversing - makes me feel dissy - just cant get the straight line however hard, I try...

Well, I love it too - good drivability in city traffic - as fast as my bike. good luggage capacity, short turning radius, good power

DCEite · 8th August 2006, 10:49

I think OMNI is good as long as its driven in a straight line below 40kmph and used as a cargo.

himanshugoswami · 8th August 2006, 11:28

I actually quite like the omni. u have to look at it in teh right perspective. Of course if you moan about its handling or lack of creature comforts, you are welcome to look elsewhere- the omni is not the car for you.

But look at it for what it is and it makes immense sense. It is not a vehicle to be driven at high speeds. but it is a brilliant load lugger considering its engine size. And the manouverability in city is legendary!

Of couse, Maruti should have upgraded it over the years by plonking in teh 1.1L engine, A/C and some front end strengthening to enhance frontal safety.

satish_appasani · 8th August 2006, 11:48

Quote:

Originally Posted by ssl2uv108

If you do hate an Omni please elaborate - why?

Why the Omni alone leaving rest of the cars? Is there any specific reason why you wanted people's opinion on Omni. Do you love it or hate it?

I don't either love it or hate it. I never got the chance to drive Omni. I am wishing to drive one since i learnt driving car 11 years ago. I want to feel how is it sitting just inches away from the road ahead. Nobody i knew have one.

supremeBaleno · 8th August 2006, 11:51

Have never owned / driven an Omni. But that is one of the cars that I would love to own. Like the sliding doors, the looks (of the current one, but not of the old egg shaped one), the people carrying capacity. I think it is ideal for a day out with a load of friends, with loads of space for crates of beer, food etc.

condor · 8th August 2006, 12:15

I do ..
* Way too light for my liking.
* Not even a semblance of protection in case of a frontal crash.
* Wouldnt dare to take it on highways.
* Never have felt confident when driving it.

Would never buy one. And a more recent shock about this vehicle was the way the seat belts are mounted. Seemed to be a flimsy add-on.

That said, I am not against the concept/design. The style is well suited for the Omi Carry version - light cargo in the back for delivery within cities, and other specific uses.

SLK · 8th August 2006, 13:01

I hate it ... mainly b'coz of its drivers who are no better than ... a bit faster auto-rickshaw drivers.

Shreeram · 8th August 2006, 13:09

Mine is 2005 model, Mountain Mist in Colour, 8 seater, with an LPG original kit.

What i like about the omni is,

-Its Passenger carrying Capacity, & luggage carrying capacity when required. I could carry my yezdi (which is under restoration) with me with wheels removed.

-When the rear first seat is folded, I get immence legroom, which no other "Family" car in the market offers. Me & my brother are 6.4 feet tall)

-It offers good fuel consumption figures, on petrol & LPG both.
Use LPG for city commutes, & Petrol for those steep inclines in the ghats & you will be quite satisfied.

-Small turning radius, very useful in heavy traffic conditions & small lanes & parking areas you see in pune.

-Sliding rear doors - Good ingres & egress (are the spellings right?)

-And yes the Legendary Maruti Company - 800 & Omni - "Peoples Car" after VW Beetle i think.

Negatives

- Direct impact in case of an accident.

- Engine Right Below Your ***.

- Less Stability. Use Wide alloy rims & tyres. Fuel efficiency will reduce but look at the positives.

- Install a sunroof, Front Centre, & you will have more breathable air at the back. or else install sliding windows at the extreme end, or install a rear windshield as available in old maruti 800's (like edmunds i think.)

Doing these modifications will not cost you more than the car available in the next class & make you Happy at the same time.

Omni Rockkkkkks man.

Hooshhhhh - my longest post. Thanks for this thread.

khaadu75 · 8th August 2006, 13:15

Quote:

Originally Posted by mail4ajo

I hate the OMNI for having the engine right under the driver's seat making it really uncomfortable for long drives, oncoming traffic on your face feeling, Reversing - makes me feel dissy - just cant get the straight line however hard, I try...

Well, I love it too - good drivability in city traffic - as fast as my bike. good luggage capacity, short turning radius, good power

Hey, It seems you have never owned an Omni .. coz it sure aint uncomfortable for long runs !! In fact its the other way round ....

Cheers

7th August 2006, 23:36	#1 (permalink)
ssl2uv108 BHPian Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Mumbai Posts: 56	Omni haters here? If you do hate an Omni please elaborate - why?

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autozealot BHPian Join Date: May 2006 Location: Mumbai Posts: 205	No, how can u ever think about hating an omni .......my sweet old maruti van..I got a white mauti van when i was 6 yrs old. I still have it intact. ofcourse, its a toy........ .......I've never owned an actual 1. Apart from the safety (possibly the only) issue, theres nothing much to hate about it, I guess. __________________ *<<<<<---- USE DIVERSION* ---->>>>>>**

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jango BHPian Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: B'lore & kotayam Posts: 744 View My Garage	NO One can ever hate an OMNI. The first of the kind to come out with sliding doors, and its a gud van.....i love it !!! __________________ Wounds Heal & Bones Set DRIVE FAST !!

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devarshi84 Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Ahmedabad - Toronto Posts: 3,363 View My Garage	we had an omni some years ago. The navy blue coloured van(as it is commonly known as) served us exceedingly well for a maruti. done around 80K before we sold it for 90K. I dont love the omni as a car but as a vehicle its an excellent proposition. No city UV can accomodate a joint Indian family of grandsons and grandparents in a car for a affordable price and good comfort even today. Looks and interiors are due for an upgrade in a long time and an a/c version needs to be released. __________________ -The Boyracer 2000 Suzuki WagonR VX 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer SFXi (soundstream ICE) 2008 Suzuki Access 125 Last edited by devarshi84 : 8th August 2006 at 00:45.

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ritik123 BHPian Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: United States Posts: 121	I love the OMNI. Nothing more, nothing less. __________________ It is impossible to defeat an ignorant man in argument.

8th August 2006, 02:24	#7 (permalink)
mail4ajo Senior - BHPian Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Chennai Posts: 1,212 View My Garage	I hate the OMNI for having the engine right under the driver's seat making it really uncomfortable for long drives, oncoming traffic on your face feeling, Reversing - makes me feel dissy - just cant get the straight line however hard, I try... Well, I love it too - good drivability in city traffic - as fast as my bike. good luggage capacity, short turning radius, good power __________________ 06 Alto LXi 97 Zen LX 03 HH Ambition RC Cars - HPI Baja 5B SS, Thunder Tiger SledgeHammer S50, ST-1 & Sparrowhawk XB**

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DCEite Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Gurgaon Posts: 2,186 View My Garage	I think OMNI is good as long as its driven in a straight line below 40kmph and used as a cargo.

8th August 2006, 11:28	#9 (permalink)
himanshugoswami Senior - BHPian Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: !!!! Posts: 1,141	I actually quite like the omni. u have to look at it in teh right perspective. Of course if you moan about its handling or lack of creature comforts, you are welcome to look elsewhere- the omni is not the car for you. But look at it for what it is and it makes immense sense. It is not a vehicle to be driven at high speeds. but it is a brilliant load lugger considering its engine size. And the manouverability in city is legendary! Of couse, Maruti should have upgraded it over the years by plonking in teh 1.1L engine, A/C and some front end strengthening to enhance frontal safety. __________________ *"I am the kid who made delinquency an art-Last name Simpson, first name Bart"*

8th August 2006, 11:51	#11 (permalink)
supremeBaleno Senior - BHPian Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Weekdays at DetroitOfIndia (Chennai) & Weekends at VeniceOfTheEast (Alappuzha). Posts: 2,510 View My Garage	Have never owned / driven an Omni. But that is one of the cars that I would love to own. Like the sliding doors, the looks (of the current one, but not of the old egg shaped one), the people carrying capacity. I think it is ideal for a day out with a load of friends, with loads of space for crates of beer, food etc. __________________ Suzuki Baleno : 91bhp @ 5500rpm, 130.5Nm @ 3000 rpm, 14kmpl in city @ 100% a/c. Fun & economy needn't be mutually exclusive.

8th August 2006, 12:15	#12 (permalink)
condor Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: BLR : the Speed Breaker City Posts: 2,982 View My Garage	I do .. * Way too light for my liking. * Not even a semblance of protection in case of a frontal crash. * Wouldnt dare to take it on highways. * Never have felt confident when driving it. Would never buy one. And a more recent shock about this vehicle was the way the seat belts are mounted. Seemed to be a flimsy add-on. That said, I am not against the concept/design. The style is well suited for the Omi Carry version - light cargo in the back for delivery within cities, and other specific uses.

8th August 2006, 13:01	#13 (permalink)
SLK Senior - BHPian Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: DL XX XX XXXX Posts: 1,016	I hate it ... mainly b'coz of its drivers who are no better than ... a bit faster auto-rickshaw drivers. __________________ Č╠╣€€Я$ $£Қ

8th August 2006, 13:09	#14 (permalink)
Shreeram BHPian Join Date: May 2006 Location: Pune Posts: 118	I Do Love it & Own it. Mine is 2005 model, Mountain Mist in Colour, 8 seater, with an LPG original kit. What i like about the omni is, -Its Passenger carrying Capacity, & luggage carrying capacity when required. I could carry my yezdi (which is under restoration) with me with wheels removed. -When the rear first seat is folded, I get immence legroom, which no other "Family" car in the market offers. Me & my brother are 6.4 feet tall) -It offers good fuel consumption figures, on petrol & LPG both. Use LPG for city commutes, & Petrol for those steep inclines in the ghats & you will be quite satisfied. -Small turning radius, very useful in heavy traffic conditions & small lanes & parking areas you see in pune. -Sliding rear doors - Good ingres & egress (are the spellings right?) -And yes the Legendary Maruti Company - 800 & Omni - "Peoples Car" after VW Beetle i think. Negatives - Direct impact in case of an accident. - Engine Right Below Your **. - Less Stability. Use Wide alloy rims & tyres. Fuel efficiency will reduce but look at the positives. - Install a sunroof, Front Centre, & you will have more breathable air at the back. or else install sliding windows at the extreme end, or install a rear windshield as available in old maruti 800's (like edmunds i think.) Doing these modifications will not cost you more than the car available in the next class & make you Happy at the same time. Omni Rockkkkkks man. Hooshhhhh - my longest post. Thanks for this thread. Last edited by Shreeram : 8th August 2006 at 13:12.*

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