My Chick Jeep was coming up on six years old and I've basically hated it since it got it's rear end creamed when it was two weeks old. It wasn't the greatest vehicle for me....too small with a ridiculously large engine. The thing was basically built to tow a boat and that's not exactly what I need. Anyhow, I've hated it for what seems like forever, and now it's somebody else's burden.
Yesterday I was ruthless and swung a great deal on a not-new-but-new-for-me Santa Fe. I can't say enough about late model Hyundais. Andy's got one and it's a great car. Now I've got one too.
I hate car negociating and had a pounding headache when I left the dealer yesterday. I was this close to walking out the door over a mere $100 or so, but we worked it out and I'm so glad. I'm also glad that I even though I hated the Jeep, I took good care of it. I got a ridicuously great trade in on it.
I've never bought a used vehicle before, so I'm cautiously optimistic on it. So far I really like it. Let's hope it doesn't die on me next week. It was well maintained and it's coming off of a lease, so I don't think it's a piece of junk. It looks really good, one of my neighbors thought it was brand new.
Meet my new baby....
Okay- I have been meaning to comment for a long time...I check your blog every day, and read it every time you post something new. I love your new banner. Totally "kewl".... : )
So happy for ya about the new wheels... I know how much you hated the Jeep.
Hope all is well with you!!
T.
Posted by: tina | October 11, 2007 at 08:49 PM
It's a keepah!!!!!!!!!!!! love it Barb! ;-)
Posted by: deB perry | October 11, 2007 at 08:46 PM
Your baby is very cute, Barb! Fingers crossed that it's with you for a long time! :)
Posted by: Heather | October 10, 2007 at 04:09 PM
WOW what a great looking car!! Congrats!!
Posted by: Katja | October 10, 2007 at 11:19 AM
Yeah! :) I remember being so happy when we dumped our Jeep! :)
-kelly
Posted by: kelly | October 09, 2007 at 02:38 PM
Lookin' good! Welcome to the Hyundai club! :)
Posted by: Ginger | October 08, 2007 at 08:44 AM