I knew that my old Ford Escort needed some service.  I brought it into a shop, and heard the news that I would have to pay several hundreds of dollars to get everything in order.  Wow...

I was willing to pay to have my old car fixed up.  My wife, on the other hand, suggested that I get a new car.  I was a little surprised.  I really hadn't considered getting a new one.  I called the shop back (after first agreeing to have the work done) and told them NOT to bother fixing my car, because I would be getting a new one.

I was a bit apprehensive aboiut getting a car, but in the end, she was right.  I am happy with the new (used) car that we bought today.  It is a low-mileage 2001 Ford Taurus station wagon with third-row seating.  It rides awfully nice.  It is like we're driving a rental!

This is my first car with a warranty and everything.  I hope that I'll be able to enjoy it for years to come!


Comments
on Dec 01, 2004
Congratulations and may it bring you many "joy rides!"
on Dec 02, 2004
My father-in-law brought that model once and liked it so much he bought another one the next time he wanted a new car. If you are ever in the market for new-new cars you can get the friend or family discount on Fords from your uncle Tom.
on Dec 02, 2004
congrats! We have that same car but in a SEL sedan, we love it!