sharimcm 0 #1 May 6, 2007 I honestly did NOT go to the car dealership to buy a car yesterday. I went to go check on how much my del Sol was going to cost me to get the rotors done, but then, she caught my eye... I was drawn to her by some weird force... I couldn't take my eyes off of her... I had to have her... Oh yes, she will be mine.... Two hours later, there I was, driving off the lot a happy woman. 2007 Honda Civic EX Coupe 5-speed Manual Transmission "I had a dude tip his black cowboy hat to me after I provided him with a condom outside my hotel room at 3-something in the morning." -myself Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LisaH 0 #2 May 6, 2007 Silly girl.Be yourself! MooOOooOoo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mostly_Harmless 0 #3 May 6, 2007 Can't go wrong with a Honda. Take good care of it and you will have it for a long time. A girl driving a manual? Sexy. Enjoy!_________________________________________ www.myspace.com/termvelocity Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gawain 0 #4 May 6, 2007 Nice!So I try and I scream and I beg and I sigh Just to prove I'm alive, and it's alright 'Cause tonight there's a way I'll make light of my treacherous life Make light! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
keka 0 #5 May 6, 2007 nice! I also have a honda and I love it! enjoy it! http://www.woundedwarriorproject.org PMS#551 I love my life :) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
virgin-burner 1 #6 May 6, 2007 nice car! too sorry it didnt work out with you and me as being the SO for each other.. “Some may never live, but the crazy never die.” -Hunter S. Thompson "No. Try not. Do... or do not. There is no try." -Yoda Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
idlewild70 0 #7 May 6, 2007 just picked up a 2003 civic ex with under 30k miles on it. same deal for me. walked in and two hours later i was driving it home.-Fish Blue skies, Soft landings Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stitch 0 #8 May 6, 2007 Your priorities are way outta line. "No cookies for you"- GFD "I don't think I like the sound of that" ~ MB65 Don't be a "Racer Hater" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LisaH 0 #9 May 6, 2007 Quote Your priorities are way outta line. No kidding. Let's go kick her ass. Be yourself! MooOOooOoo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
karenmeal 0 #10 May 6, 2007 For the cost that is incurred in driving a brand new car off a lot - the huge depreciation in value.. how many jumps could you have bought? I don't understand the process of buying a new car.. Wouldn't a car that is several years old be just as good and save you soo much money in the long run? "Life is a temporary victory over the causes which induce death." - Sylvester Graham Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wrightskyguy 1 #11 May 6, 2007 I don't understand the process of buying a new car.. QuoteWouldn't a car that is several years old be just as good and save you soo much money in the long run? I don't understand the process of buying a car that someone else doesn't want anymore. There's also the peace of mind that comes from having a car with a warranty. John Wright World's most beloved skydiver Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites sharimcm 0 #12 May 6, 2007 Quote For the cost that is incurred in driving a brand new car off a lot - the huge depreciation in value.. how many jumps could you have bought? I don't understand the process of buying a new car.. Wouldn't a car that is several years old be just as good and save you soo much money in the long run? Well, since I haven't jumped in about two years, I don't know what the going rate is... I bought the car for a couple of grand under the sticker price, and I feel that the car will last a lifetime if I take good care of it. I mean, it IS a Honda. And, I did the whole used car thing... It actually ended up costing me more in the long run when it came down to having to put money in to it for repairs (it was checked out by Lemon Busters before I purchased it). When I looked at how much I spent to repair the old car, I would have been better off buying a new one. So, now I have both. A used car that I spent almost as much money on so far as the new one. At least *I* am happy with my purchase. "I had a dude tip his black cowboy hat to me after I provided him with a condom outside my hotel room at 3-something in the morning." -myself Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites hungarianchick 0 #13 May 6, 2007 Gotta love a manual tranny. "I love cooking with wine. Sometimes I even put it in the food." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Squeak 17 #14 May 6, 2007 Quote For the cost that is incurred in driving a brand new car off a lot - the huge depreciation in value.. how many jumps could you have bought? I don't understand the process of buying a new car.. Wouldn't a car that is several years old be just as good and save you soo much money in the long run? Not if you WANT a new car, Not everyone works out their finacial goals based on jump ticktetsYou are not now, nor will you ever be, good enough to not die in this sport (Sparky) My Life ROCKS! How's yours doing? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites sunshine 2 #15 May 6, 2007 QuoteI don't understand the process of buying a new car.. Wouldn't a car that is several years old be just as good and save you soo much money in the long run? Most of the time new is "cheaper" but not always. You have to figure in APR, it's generally lower on a brand new car. Then you can get new car rebates and the warranty on a brand new car in generally better than on a used car. When i went car shopping a year ago i was looking for a used car, but after researching and test driving for about 3-4 months, a brand new car ended up being the best deal. ___________________________________________ meow I get a Mike hug! I get a Mike hug! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites squirrel 0 #16 May 6, 2007 QuoteFor the cost that is incurred in driving a brand new car off a lot - the huge depreciation in value.. a new car purchase is the largest purchase that people will make of an item that goes down in value. think about that for a moment. new cars are nice, if you can pay cash for them. at least that way you only loose the depreciatable value, and not the interest you pay on the car loan too. my motto, live like no other, so that later, you can truely live, like no other. as in, cash for toys, paid off house(s), passive income...then when others are working, i will not be, and i will not be living like them...the borrower is truely a SLAVE to the lender. and no, i am not waiting to live until i am retired. but, to each thier own...i will always have properties you can rent from me. if it makes them happy to live in dept...it is thier choice. but just think if you had no bills, no payments, no reason to be a slave... nice car though, honda is quality. ________________________________ Where is Darwin when you need him? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Beerlight 0 #17 May 6, 2007 I like that car! Friend of mine down in Houston bought one, it's fuel efficient, good power and priced right. I'd rather buy that new than used too...Good for you...... although Austin traffic with a stick shift...hahahahahahaha Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites karenmeal 0 #18 May 6, 2007 Quotea new car purchase is the largest purchase that people will make of an item that goes down in value. think about that for a moment. new cars are nice, if you can pay cash for them. at least that way you only loose the depreciatable value, and not the interest you pay on the car loan too. That was pretty much my thought. It's not just about jump tickets.. to me it just makes a whole lot more financial sense to buy a car that will be just as reliable, pay cash for it, and maybe take the money you're saving on not having to pay any interest to the bank and set that aside for an emergency car repair fund (if you're really worried about the warantee thing). Seems to make lots more sense (to me), and really, what is the difference between a 2 year old car versus a brand new car in quality? ****I've been reading Dave Ramsey's book recently so I'm all about cash purchases. Sorry Shari, I didn't mean to turn it into a debate on new versus used cars. Congratulations on a cool new toy. Do you know what the gas mileage is on it? I bet it's pretty awesome. Honda is a great choice for sure. I am on my second one and I love them! "Life is a temporary victory over the causes which induce death." - Sylvester Graham Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites sharimcm 0 #19 May 6, 2007 Quote although Austin traffic with a stick shift...hahahahahahaha That's why I kept my automatic Honda del Sol as well. It's for those days that I don't want to have to fuck with driving a stick... I might even use the del Sol for bad weather days. It's easier. I was stuck in downtown traffic coming home from my mother's house this afternoon... Clutch, shift, clutch, brake, clutch... But, I do love the car, so it's all good. I wouldn't have it any other way. "I had a dude tip his black cowboy hat to me after I provided him with a condom outside my hotel room at 3-something in the morning." -myself Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites squirrel 0 #20 May 6, 2007 Quote *** ****I've been reading Dave Ramsey's book recently so I'm all about cash purchases. YES! Dave Ramsey is right on! Good for you! Then, once you have gotten out of debt, (unlike "normal" people) you can invest, and rapidly move forward, unliike...normal people. other good book...Rich Dad, Poor Dad, and "48 days to the job you love" oh, and nice car...no hijacking going here! ________________________________ Where is Darwin when you need him? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites squirrel 0 #21 May 6, 2007 Quote I was stuck in downtown traffic coming home from my mother's house this afternoon... Clutch, shift, clutch, brake, clutch... have someone teach you how to "float the gears"...you will only use your clutch at start up, makes it last forever. after driving show trucks for awhile, i never use the clutch in my stick jeep. ________________________________ Where is Darwin when you need him? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites sharimcm 0 #22 May 6, 2007 Quote Sorry Shari, I didn't mean to turn it into a debate on new versus used cars. Congratulations on a cool new toy. Do you know what the gas mileage is on it? I bet it's pretty awesome. Honda is a great choice for sure. I am on my second one and I love them! Thanks. The mileage on the sticker is 30/40, so it's going to be about 27/37. My 2006 Honda Civic was getting about 27-28 mpg in the city, so I see no reason why a 2007 would be different. I still own a 1995 Honda del Sol, but as with any older vehicle, it is due for repair (again). And, in my opinion (if it means anything), I will never buy a used car ever again. I have purchased and paid off both used and new vehicles, but in the long run, it always seemed the used ended up costing me more. But again, that's just me. I am happy with my decision. "I had a dude tip his black cowboy hat to me after I provided him with a condom outside my hotel room at 3-something in the morning." -myself Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites karenmeal 0 #23 May 6, 2007 My old '94 Honda Civic with 200,000 miles on it still gets 33 MPG overall. I wouldn't be surprised if yours gets 40. "Life is a temporary victory over the causes which induce death." - Sylvester Graham Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites sharimcm 0 #24 May 7, 2007 Quote My old '94 Honda Civic with 200,000 miles on it still gets 33 MPG overall. I wouldn't be surprised if yours gets 40. My '95 has 187K on it, but I only get about 30 MPG (if I keep the AC off). It goes down to about 26-27 if I have the AC on at all times. "I had a dude tip his black cowboy hat to me after I provided him with a condom outside my hotel room at 3-something in the morning." -myself Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites CloudOnMyTongue 0 #25 May 7, 2007 You sound like Dave Ramsay! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Prev 1 2 Next Page 1 of 2 Join the conversation You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. 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sharimcm 0 #12 May 6, 2007 Quote For the cost that is incurred in driving a brand new car off a lot - the huge depreciation in value.. how many jumps could you have bought? I don't understand the process of buying a new car.. Wouldn't a car that is several years old be just as good and save you soo much money in the long run? Well, since I haven't jumped in about two years, I don't know what the going rate is... I bought the car for a couple of grand under the sticker price, and I feel that the car will last a lifetime if I take good care of it. I mean, it IS a Honda. And, I did the whole used car thing... It actually ended up costing me more in the long run when it came down to having to put money in to it for repairs (it was checked out by Lemon Busters before I purchased it). When I looked at how much I spent to repair the old car, I would have been better off buying a new one. So, now I have both. A used car that I spent almost as much money on so far as the new one. At least *I* am happy with my purchase. "I had a dude tip his black cowboy hat to me after I provided him with a condom outside my hotel room at 3-something in the morning." -myself Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hungarianchick 0 #13 May 6, 2007 Gotta love a manual tranny. "I love cooking with wine. Sometimes I even put it in the food." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Squeak 17 #14 May 6, 2007 Quote For the cost that is incurred in driving a brand new car off a lot - the huge depreciation in value.. how many jumps could you have bought? I don't understand the process of buying a new car.. Wouldn't a car that is several years old be just as good and save you soo much money in the long run? Not if you WANT a new car, Not everyone works out their finacial goals based on jump ticktetsYou are not now, nor will you ever be, good enough to not die in this sport (Sparky) My Life ROCKS! How's yours doing? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sunshine 2 #15 May 6, 2007 QuoteI don't understand the process of buying a new car.. Wouldn't a car that is several years old be just as good and save you soo much money in the long run? Most of the time new is "cheaper" but not always. You have to figure in APR, it's generally lower on a brand new car. Then you can get new car rebates and the warranty on a brand new car in generally better than on a used car. When i went car shopping a year ago i was looking for a used car, but after researching and test driving for about 3-4 months, a brand new car ended up being the best deal. ___________________________________________ meow I get a Mike hug! I get a Mike hug! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squirrel 0 #16 May 6, 2007 QuoteFor the cost that is incurred in driving a brand new car off a lot - the huge depreciation in value.. a new car purchase is the largest purchase that people will make of an item that goes down in value. think about that for a moment. new cars are nice, if you can pay cash for them. at least that way you only loose the depreciatable value, and not the interest you pay on the car loan too. my motto, live like no other, so that later, you can truely live, like no other. as in, cash for toys, paid off house(s), passive income...then when others are working, i will not be, and i will not be living like them...the borrower is truely a SLAVE to the lender. and no, i am not waiting to live until i am retired. but, to each thier own...i will always have properties you can rent from me. if it makes them happy to live in dept...it is thier choice. but just think if you had no bills, no payments, no reason to be a slave... nice car though, honda is quality. ________________________________ Where is Darwin when you need him? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Beerlight 0 #17 May 6, 2007 I like that car! Friend of mine down in Houston bought one, it's fuel efficient, good power and priced right. I'd rather buy that new than used too...Good for you...... although Austin traffic with a stick shift...hahahahahahaha Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
karenmeal 0 #18 May 6, 2007 Quotea new car purchase is the largest purchase that people will make of an item that goes down in value. think about that for a moment. new cars are nice, if you can pay cash for them. at least that way you only loose the depreciatable value, and not the interest you pay on the car loan too. That was pretty much my thought. It's not just about jump tickets.. to me it just makes a whole lot more financial sense to buy a car that will be just as reliable, pay cash for it, and maybe take the money you're saving on not having to pay any interest to the bank and set that aside for an emergency car repair fund (if you're really worried about the warantee thing). Seems to make lots more sense (to me), and really, what is the difference between a 2 year old car versus a brand new car in quality? ****I've been reading Dave Ramsey's book recently so I'm all about cash purchases. Sorry Shari, I didn't mean to turn it into a debate on new versus used cars. Congratulations on a cool new toy. Do you know what the gas mileage is on it? I bet it's pretty awesome. Honda is a great choice for sure. I am on my second one and I love them! "Life is a temporary victory over the causes which induce death." - Sylvester Graham Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sharimcm 0 #19 May 6, 2007 Quote although Austin traffic with a stick shift...hahahahahahaha That's why I kept my automatic Honda del Sol as well. It's for those days that I don't want to have to fuck with driving a stick... I might even use the del Sol for bad weather days. It's easier. I was stuck in downtown traffic coming home from my mother's house this afternoon... Clutch, shift, clutch, brake, clutch... But, I do love the car, so it's all good. I wouldn't have it any other way. "I had a dude tip his black cowboy hat to me after I provided him with a condom outside my hotel room at 3-something in the morning." -myself Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squirrel 0 #20 May 6, 2007 Quote *** ****I've been reading Dave Ramsey's book recently so I'm all about cash purchases. YES! Dave Ramsey is right on! Good for you! Then, once you have gotten out of debt, (unlike "normal" people) you can invest, and rapidly move forward, unliike...normal people. other good book...Rich Dad, Poor Dad, and "48 days to the job you love" oh, and nice car...no hijacking going here! ________________________________ Where is Darwin when you need him? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squirrel 0 #21 May 6, 2007 Quote I was stuck in downtown traffic coming home from my mother's house this afternoon... Clutch, shift, clutch, brake, clutch... have someone teach you how to "float the gears"...you will only use your clutch at start up, makes it last forever. after driving show trucks for awhile, i never use the clutch in my stick jeep. ________________________________ Where is Darwin when you need him? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sharimcm 0 #22 May 6, 2007 Quote Sorry Shari, I didn't mean to turn it into a debate on new versus used cars. Congratulations on a cool new toy. Do you know what the gas mileage is on it? I bet it's pretty awesome. Honda is a great choice for sure. I am on my second one and I love them! Thanks. The mileage on the sticker is 30/40, so it's going to be about 27/37. My 2006 Honda Civic was getting about 27-28 mpg in the city, so I see no reason why a 2007 would be different. I still own a 1995 Honda del Sol, but as with any older vehicle, it is due for repair (again). And, in my opinion (if it means anything), I will never buy a used car ever again. I have purchased and paid off both used and new vehicles, but in the long run, it always seemed the used ended up costing me more. But again, that's just me. I am happy with my decision. "I had a dude tip his black cowboy hat to me after I provided him with a condom outside my hotel room at 3-something in the morning." -myself Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
karenmeal 0 #23 May 6, 2007 My old '94 Honda Civic with 200,000 miles on it still gets 33 MPG overall. I wouldn't be surprised if yours gets 40. "Life is a temporary victory over the causes which induce death." - Sylvester Graham Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sharimcm 0 #24 May 7, 2007 Quote My old '94 Honda Civic with 200,000 miles on it still gets 33 MPG overall. I wouldn't be surprised if yours gets 40. My '95 has 187K on it, but I only get about 30 MPG (if I keep the AC off). It goes down to about 26-27 if I have the AC on at all times. "I had a dude tip his black cowboy hat to me after I provided him with a condom outside my hotel room at 3-something in the morning." -myself Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CloudOnMyTongue 0 #25 May 7, 2007 You sound like Dave Ramsay! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
