Tuesday, October 28, 2008

Dear Car, please don't die...

I drive a 1999 Oldsmobile Alero. She reached the 155,555 mile marker the other day. And I think she's getting ready to quit on me. This year, I've spent approximately $1000.00 on repairs already (new tires, window gadget thingy, etc.). I really, really, really want to keep her until I have at least a decent down payment on an upgraded ride. But it's not looking too good right now. She started to overheat tonight and my mechanic brother told me to, "get ready to put some money into her." Yikes!

Having to pay for significant repairs is going to throw off my goals for the year. Should I suck it up and chunk another $500-$1000 into my car or try to find a pre-owned cheap car?


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