. OSHAWA, Ont. 1980 Omega, featuring a transverse-mounted engine and ‘front-wheel drive; un-. veils a new era in passenger car packaging © ‘for Olds- mobile. ‘The new eva; ihe fourth new: Ques resized models from . Oldsmobile, joins the regular-size Old- smobiles, the Cutlass and Toronado in the: division’s fleet of more fuel-efficient Among highlights of the 1980 Omega are::"” -A_ weight reduction “of more than 340 kg (750 Ibs.).. This, along with a 10 percent reduction of aerodynamic _drag, offers a 12 percent fuel economy improvement for Omegas equipped: with a 2.5 litre, 4-cylinder engine with optional automatic trans- mission over the comparably equipped 6-cylinder 1979 models. - A higher ratio of interior room to exterior size allowing greater passenger comfort. All models are designed for five persons. ~ A wheelbase reduction of 152 mm (6 in.) which makes the 1980 Omega 470 mm (18.5 in.) shorter than the 1979 Omega. Four models of the new Omega are offered .,. a coupe | and sedan in two series, the Omega and Omega Brougham. Also available is a special sporty SX option. _ Standard features on the 1980 Omega include a 2.5- litre, four-cylinder engine transversely gnounted with front-drive, AM radio, four- speed synchromesh floor shift, rack and pinion steering, low drag front disc brakes, maintenance-free wheel bearings, radial tires, . self-adjusting clutch, freedom battery and inside hood release. New optional equipment includes a 2.8-litre, -6 \ --The-- ‘digital’ engine, six-way ‘seat adjusters for:, -both bucket and -bench seats, reclining seat backs on both front seats, dremovable glass sunroof, an electric rear’ window defogger, . com- bination dome and dual lens reading lamp, - an electric clock and AM-FM stereo pushbutton radio with either ‘a cassette tape player or 40-channel ‘CB radio: © _. Fourteen exterior colors” are available. The grille, a dual vertical ~ bar-type, Extends above and | below the headlamps | and — wraps up into‘the front end panel. Vertical park and turn lamps are located between . the - single rectangular headlamps andthe grille. A red Oldsmobile ‘emblem is centred on the front end panel. Stationary | i used on the. Omega. The sedan’s* rear door windows roll down while the coupe has. Fear quarter windows. © - A landau top with plugged back window. is available on The Oldsmobile name, in . block letters, is located on the left hand grille. A stand-up hood ornament and hood centre moulding are standard on the Omega Brougham and the hood centre and front end panel moulding are optional on the Omega series. An anodized aluminum bumper . completes the front end ‘styling. Bumper guards and rub strips are optional. Rocker panel and wheel opening mouldings are standard on the Omega Brougham and optional on the Omega series. Wide lower rocker mouldings are op- tional on both series. . Bright side window frame . mouldings are standard and the four-door Brougham has a bright brushed centre pillar applique. The applique is optional on the Omega series. Omega block letters are located on the sail panel of all models and a sail panel emblem is added on the Brougham. A wide belt moulding is standard on the Omega Brougham series and a narrow head moulding is ry i: Li AS? MECHANICAL BRAKES ALIGNMENTS }*BODY WORK @PAINTING RV REPAIRS CAMPERS, ETC, *ARA APPROVED SHOP RENTAL CARS & TRUCKS AVAILABLE RITCHIE SERVICE CENTER. 1525 WELCH ST. NORTH VAN. 987-7111 oa “) .. ry . 11. MARINE dt cauenwacemre ae “yf Cdoh ano PEMBERTON _ : VT 1625 Weich 5: V coupe models and a full vinyl top with bright back window - reveal mouldings is optional on all models.. In the rear are large ver- tical. wrap-over tail lamps with a centred Olds emblem. The tail lamps are bordered in. bright chrome. The back- | up. lamps are located at the bottom of the tail lamps. ‘Omega Brougham models have a bright lower rear end , panel moulding and licence plate pocket moulding. Oldsmobile block letters are located in. the right lower comer_of the rear end panel. The Omega Brougham has a deck lid lock ornament. Bumper guards and rub strips are optional. A_ special SX option is: available in 10 colors on the ’ standard coupe and sedan. The sporty SX package includes black grille bars, black lower body, blacked out window frames, tail lamp ° bezels, headlamp doors and side markers and black bumpers and fillers. The one- piece deck lid spoiler is body color and sport mirrors, a specific wheel trim and decal stripes are included. Hub caps are standard on the Omega and wheel disc on the Brougham series. Wheel discs are available on the Omega. The. 1980 Omega’s strument panel is designed to ‘enhance the roomy interior of the new model. All primary instruments and controls are on the left side of the instrument panel within easy reach of the driver. On Road test Remove pan Visual inspection Most domestic Mon. in- inc iD new Muld Clean sump & screen* : Adjust bands & linkage * . 2 Replace pan gasket & fluid === (Cage TRANSMISSION We flx transmissions because we know how. - Fr) Bto 6, Sat. Bto 1 Remember this ta preventive maintenance service tt you already have transmission problems ask about Our other reliable services Locally owned & operated by your Cottman Man Locations throughout Canada and the U.S. NEW FOR OLDS in 80. The wheelbase of 2664 mm (104.9 in.) and is lighter than the 1979 model. It is available in four models, both coupes and sedaus in the Omega and Omega Brougham series. oe the right of the instrument panel is the glove box, clock and -air outlets - positioned further forward to allow the front seat passenger even more room. The radio is centrally located for easy reach by both Uuriver and passenger. The , ‘speedometer, _ light switch and clock are all,plug- ins to improve serviceability. The top of the glove box compartment snaps out to . Simplify ‘servicing the right hand side of the panel. The 1980 Omegas have 191 mm (7.5 in.) of front seat travel to accommodate both Lenda hand... to clean our land “where applicabie _ room is provided in the’ new: model compared ~ with - previous years. The inside door lock a tall and short drivers. More shoulder, leg and: rear ‘knee button has been relocated and redesigned. The lock: “control is now asliding lever positioned berteath the door ~ This positioning. .. handle. prevents use of a wire to encircle the lock button to gain entry to the car. Further theft protection is gained by installing a protective shield. over the ‘lock mechanism preventing entry by slipping a slim jim past the window and into the lock. Keep Canada Beautiful Page B9, July 15, 1979 - Sunday News _ 1980 Oldsmobile Omega Brougham 1979 PORSCHE 924 Sunroof, air conditioned, power windows, am/fm cassette, Se Of a> OAR SS -™ coupe has s ‘BOMBED’ 1S DYNAMITE! RENTALS Cars from $14.00 aday 200 km FREE Trucks From $14.° a Day 987-7111 1525 Welch St., N. Van. Compo Rims, Pirelli P7 tires. ideafease | ts ‘GHRYSLER. | LEASING SYSTEM LAKEVIEW CHRYSLER-PLYMOUTH (1975) LTD. 322-1661 "