The American econobox that was actually a French car—a front-drive hatchback built with Volkswagen and Simca bits. It was cheap, it was simple, and it was everywhere. The GLH turbo model was a genuine sleeper—it was a pocket rocket that could embarrass Mustangs.
The Omni was a front-wheel-drive, unibody subcompact hatchback and sedan. It was built on the Chrysler L-body platform. Engines: 1.7L I4 (65 hp—VW-derived), 2.2L I4 (84 hp), or 2.2L Turbo (146 hp in the GLH). Transmissions: 4-speed manual, 5-speed manual, or 3-speed auto (A413). It had a simple suspension—MacPherson struts up front and a torsion-beam rear axle. The GLH (Goes Like Hell) had a stiffer suspension, a larger sway bar, and a turbocharger that made it a genuine hot hatch.
The 2.2L I4 is a tough engine—it’s simple and reliable. The 1.7L VW engine is okay but parts are getting scarce. The 2.2L Turbo has head-gasket issues—the early ones are prone to failure. The A413 3-speed auto is reliable. The Omni is a cheap used car, but the turbo models are hard to find and expensive to fix.
Every listing below is VIN-matched to your exact Omni before it ships, backed by a 60-day replacement warranty:
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