At the time, China was still Jetta country! The Volkswagen Jetta was one of the best-selling cars and the best-selling compact sedan. There were so many Jettas that one barely noted. In this photo are 3 first-generation FAW-VW Jetta’s, two originals, and one Jetta King.
The second generation Opel Omega B was manufactured from 1994 until 2004, with a facelift in 1999. The car that I saw is an original pre-facelift example. It was the successor of the Opel Omega A.
GL was the second-least expensive trim level (LS, GL, GLS, CD). The 2.0-liter petrol engine in this car had an output of 136 hp and 185 Nm, mated to a five-speed manual or a four-speed automatic.
The Omega B was based on the GM V platform, which also underpinned the Holden Commodore and the Cadillac Catera. When it was launched it was a near-revolutionary vehicle with a super streamlined body and a lot of luxury for the money.
Check the lady with the stroller in the background! That’s my wife and first kid. They didn’t care about the rare Opel ): The Opel Omega was not officially sold in China, but some examples arrived via the gray market or diplomatic channels. Even in 2013, it was a super rare car. I don’t think any are still around today. Museum quality!