15th Jan 2020, 22:37
I simply pointed out mere basic financial facts. I'm not going to say hey - you should stop throwing money away on cars every few years. And you seem to indicate that I don't enjoy the fruits of my labor. I can assure you that I most certainly do, and probably even more so because I'm not wasting it on cars. And you can feel free to stop commenting on here if it bothers you too.
16th Jan 2020, 21:08
As long as you keep replying, they are going to keep commenting. It's their money not yours. Let them waste it on paying cash for new cars if it makes them feel good. Personally reading the comments, it looks to me that they are more or less gloating about their situations rather than giving helpful advice.
16th Jan 2020, 23:14
An opinion. What annoys me is saying it’s a waste; maybe that’s a fact for you. It isn’t a fact whatsoever for us. To randomly generalize without having any single clue who you are addressing is amazing. In the end people on this forum are going to do what they want to do. I do not know if you have children. But this is a very valid point. You spend both your time and a lot of money in today’s world making the best for them. It changed my world. I also wanted to move up, not just settle for anything. But it’s extremely rewarding and it’s not just about money. It’s quality of life. Because of family I really excelled at work. Made a very high income. We have a lot of fun in our family. We like working on our cars. Sometimes though you don’t. The nice option is it’s your choice to do for fun, not financial. You may change your mind about a better home or cars yourself. Maybe not. In the end every single person has a vehicle that they can strive for. That's why they make so many amazing ones. I could buy an Accord and keep it for 10-15 years. And then reflect sitting in a wheelchair looking out a window. Same with trips and seeing great places in the world.
17th Jan 2020, 20:54
This happens all the time. These comment threads start off as vehicle discussions, then after a while the same 2 individuals start going off track back and forth with the income, retirement, and lessons on life talk.
17th Jan 2020, 22:19
Keeping it too long and then complaining when you had to spend money on the Volt to fix the thing. That’s the point being made. Get rid of them and update before going upside down. My parents' shop customers use to often face this dilemma constantly. They don’t want to buy a new car. The old buggy was towed in. Some got lucky and were back on the road. Others were recipients of bad news of cars being worn out. And granted it can be a big expense to their budget. But throwing good money after bad was common. One big repair worth the car's value vs having a warranty. That’s why putting some money aside for a new car works better. And getting some trade in and a warranty.
A lot of people make 6 figure incomes. If you do, why complain either way? You could literally own a new Taycan on your income. Charge up in 3 hours. Pay on it 5 years. Very well made. And quit thinking what you spent. You can’t get a Volt anymore. You don’t live in poverty. Previous comments showed how.
In the end of our road we all face a dirt blanket. Every once in a while treat yourself while you can. And use the rest of a large income banking some. Even average people trade in or up to new ones. Much over a new car warranty. Making small payments or a cash buy saved a big surprise outlay. Most would rather not face it. The car is shot, no value now, need a new one.
19th Jan 2020, 03:58
If a guy has a 10 year old high mile car as an example, let's open the forum for other reviewers' answers. Would you put $6000 repair into a $6000 book value car? It doesn’t have to be a Volt question. Let’s say it’s a Toyota Corolla. Yes or No? Commenters would really value your opinion taking the other 2 guys completely out of the question now. No need for their comment. Yes or No please.
21st Jan 2020, 20:14
Yes! For a regular guy who just needs no frills transportation, blue book value has no meaning. The car you already own has value simply by being on the road, moving under its own power. The question is more about repair cost versus miles, and what your expectations are of getting your money’s worth of use out of that repair. Would I spend $6,000 in a lump sum on a 10 year old car with 200,000 miles? Probably not. Would I spend $6,000 gradually to get a car from 150,000 to 200,000 miles? Yes. That’s only one year of car payments to go five years of driving, so you’re keeping four years of car payment money. When you’re young, don’t hamstring yourself with a car payment. Keep the beater on the road until it falls apart. You may see the couple hundred dollar repair every few months, but you avoid the several hundred dollar payment for 60 months.
23rd Jan 2020, 00:48
He obvious did not read the post before his. Others, yes or no? I said no, he said yes, we know this already. You make a million dollars every 10 year period as any average guy does. An average guy buying an average 35k new car is spending under 10 percent a year of their similar income to buy one fresher and still save and compound. And get some travel deals in once a year. Anybody else buy more often?
23rd Jan 2020, 16:00
An update about the actual car:
The airbag light "fixed" itself. It turns out that the sensor for these under the seats are VERY sensitive to moisture. Turns out my wife spilled some water on the passenger seat and it took a few weeks to totally dry out.
Secondly, the tail lights have small vent holes that are pretty easy to get water into when cleaning the car. If you aim the hose just right, you'll get water into the housing. It took a few weeks, but the water dried out. So the car has returned to my good graces. For now anyway.
23rd Jan 2020, 18:58
Use waterless cleaner in that area. Very effective. With a couple thick microfiber clothes at hand. You will not have water under high spray going there. If you use water in other areas, try to avoid car wash soap if the car is not filthy. Just water cleaning while water runs over the body. Only cold water out of sun. And dry blowing the car after with an electric only leaf blower is great to avoid water marks. Good as new.
15th Jan 2020, 00:52
So how are you so sure what you do is so right that it 100% applies to everyone else? The world is not completely full of amateurs. There are many savvy women and men on here. Not fretting and being so obsessed by money and where every single dime goes. It’s continual and tiresome on your comments all the time. Where is the quality of life? You may wish you enjoyed a small portion of it. Many made it, many inherited it, many have grown it. We bank more than we spend. I could repeat that comment but hopefully it sinks in. Not bad for amateurs.