Any AARP members here? If not, why not? If so, what benefits are there.
When AARP got involved in big politics on gov't medical care 8 years back, I took a good look at their operation. They are in business to make older folks think they are in business to benefit the older folks. Instead, they're in business to benefit AARP. They mostly just rake off a commission on selling services to older folks, whether insurance products, investment products, and so on. Note, I don't say "senior citizens" because long ago AARP expanded their base by starting at age 50 or so, so it's "older folks."
I buy my services elsewhere. AAA. State Farm, Aetna, Voya.
Triple A isn't a motorist group advocate as they claim. They sold out to their insurance arm interests in the name of money by supporting Unconstitutional Red Light Cameras that have been shown to have a negative affect on collisions (increased collisions) at some intersections.
'18 Porsche Macan Turbo, '16 Audi TTS, Wife's '19 VW Tiguan SEL 4-Motion
Any AARP members here? If not, why not? If so, what benefits are there.
I've been getting mail from them pretty regularly and another envelope showed up today. Thinking about it but wanted to solicit opinions.
BTW, just flew back from Cincinnati today .... had Skyline Chili for lunch. Man, I missed that.
I think AARP caved in on every important issue for retired people. I wouldn't give them a dime personally, but they do offer a Medicare supplemental drug plan that's okay---you don't have to be a member to get that.
Thanks all for the support. I know how this works. First, you go to Cadillac Customer Service to log a complaint. I did that. Interesting note there, they clearly know of the issue. They admit that relatively few cars were affected, insinuating their repair is not high on their priority list. I guess on the positive side, that means they are operating transparently divulging that. Cadillac Customer Service said they escalated the issue to some sort of "grand PooBah", who said there was nothing they could do as it was a manufacturing issue. Customer Service closed the case with me under the designation "unacceptable". There really was nothing to accept to begin with. The CTS needs parts. It's undriveable. They said they wouldn't have parts for over a month (that's on top of the month+ they've already had my car in the dealer service bay). And, it was optimistic they could even get them then. So, not sure what it was I was supposed to accept.
Had a sit down with the Zone Manager. That amounted to little more than lip service.
Dealership has been coopreative, sending me all of their paperwork, complete with the recall notice (similar to the one AB found).
Filed Lemon Law last night. That means Cadillac will pull loaner car support, and the dealer will ask for the loaner to be returned.
I think this will turn into a legan battle, but following their confounding process, I filed with BBB first. They'll contact me in a week or so. But, all they'll do is get a repeate of everything Cadillac has told me. We'll come to an impass and the case will be closed as "unresolved".
Then, legal proceedings will begin.
I don't see this resolved until Spring!
Will keep you posted.
Yeah, the last thing I need in my life is a lemon from GM and a lemon law dispute claim with them.
Solution for me: Don't even think about buying one of their products.
I'm glad to wait for the day another manufacturer (outside of original Big 3) sells me a lemon. I'm betting it won't happen in my lifetime.
'18 Porsche Macan Turbo, '16 Audi TTS, Wife's '19 VW Tiguan SEL 4-Motion
They are very useful in terms of discounts. I've gotten more discounts on travel from them than AARP. The travel agency service is excellent. Their emergency services are really good too.
Kind of like my Sonata. Not as powerful (but I could have gotten the 2.0T motor), but loaded to the gills with goodies, for way less than the luxo brands. If I get something new or newer later this year, will most likely be something like a loaded Civic/Accord type car (depending on size I want). New Accord will be out by the end of the year too!
at least your Caddy has to be resolved one way or the other in a few months. They have your car apart. So they can't possible trot out the "operating as designed" excuse. No question to fight there. So you hit the time limit, and what can they say? Or they fix it finally, and you get it back and go sell it.
Fighting them to admit a defect when the car still runs must be the real nightmare situation.
It definitely ain't running. I saw it a couple of weeks ago. The engine bay looks like Beirut!
I'd like to see car companies start to voluntarily replace lemons with either a refund or another car, rather than run a customer through delay tactics and confrontation.
They shouldn't much care, it's the taxpayers money for the stock losses they never paid back after all.
'18 Porsche Macan Turbo, '16 Audi TTS, Wife's '19 VW Tiguan SEL 4-Motion
AB...we just view it differently. I feel like a pinata...smacked around by Cadillac....2+ mos being without my car because I don't matter enough for them to pull parts to fix the car I bought.
Probably going to have to start shopping quickly. I know as soon as I file Lemon Law, Cadillac won't reimburse the dealership for the loaner. So, will need something once they want their loaner back.
I don't even know what I want.
When they come looking for their loaner just tell them that you have it in the shop and you'll give it back when the parts come in.
2019 Kia Soul+, 2015 Mustang GT, 2013 Ford F-150, 2000 Chrysler Sebring convertible
28FF, again, congrats! GG, wow, sorry for the pain and suffering. My XF was MIA for a week and a half, missed it. But, afaik, dealer did a good job, had a loaner, a lot of warranty work done and car came back shiny clean. But, when warranty is up... Mike: Glad/hope all is well.
The ex and I were a two income family, around 50/50 until I was downsized in the mid '90s. Retrained for new career, good timing, it didn't take me long to match/exceed my prior income (once I started working, that is). Luckily, her income kept rising. I did an ok job managing our meager incomes, we bought a couple of houses, had a couple of kids and, barring unforeseen circumstances, will put them both through college. As well as be able to retire. Of course, she thought I was a cheap b@st@rd... And, of course, I've lost half of my stuff! But, living in the Boston area, it would have been tough/impossible to do all this with only one income. It can be done, but certainly not easily.
I bought a condo last June, after ex. bought me out of our house. 2 bed/2 bath, walk to local town location in a decent suburb of Boston. One garage space, nice common outdoor area with pool/hot tub. Mortgage/interest/HOA/prop taxes/insurance is about the same as my former rent was for a 1bed/bath apartment (which was also in a great location). Throw in tax bennys and I feel better about owning. Also, I paid the lowest price for a 2 bed in the complex in years! But, not an investment as much as it's my home.
Not a member of AARP or AAA.
'21 Dark Blue/Black Audi A7 PHEV (mine); '22 White/Beige BMW X3 (hers); '20 Estoril Blue/Oyster BMW M240xi 'Vert (Ours, read: hers in 'vert weather; mine during Nor'easters...)
AB...we just view it differently. I feel like a pinata...smacked around by Cadillac....2+ mos being without my car because I don't matter enough for them to pull parts to fix the car I bought.
Probably going to have to start shopping quickly. I know as soon as I file Lemon Law, Cadillac won't reimburse the dealership for the loaner. So, will need something once they want their loaner back.
I don't even know what I want.
Come on down to Louisville and let me put you in a BMW today!
How much will you give as a trade for a slightly used non-driveable 2016 CTS?
GG, I think you mentioned either your Caddie dealer was an indie or it was from a car group. If they have a Honda dealer you could possibly make a deal where you get a new Honda, and they take the Caddie trade in one day when it is actually roadworthy (they will know the value 1 or 2 months from now).
I like to negotiate when possible. This keeps you in their dealer network, they sell a new car, and they can resell the CTS better than anyone else.
Just the fact that even one of their network dealers isn't interested in the CTS may help to win your argument...if they don't have the confidence the car will be ready soon how could you have any confidence?
Regarding credit reports and scores (FICO, etc.), prior to my buying my new car, my score was in the 800's for the Beacon Score (care buying score) and my FICO was 798. Now that I have a new loan ($25,000) on the new car, my FICO score dropped to 769 even though I have 0 balances on all my revolving credit. I guess they consider me a bit more risky to lend money to. From what I understand, in about 6 months, as I make payments on the car, my score should go up again. I have no mortgage and I purposely pay off my balances on my credit cards before the closing date to show 0 balances.
Anyone want to loan me a few hundred thousand?
When you get back into the 800's call us again.
We ain't push-overs you know. :@
jmonroe
'15 Genesis V8 with Ultimate Package and '18 Legacy Limited 6 cyl
Kind of like my Sonata. Not as powerful (but I could have gotten the 2.0T motor), but loaded to the gills with goodies, for way less than the luxo brands. If I get something new or newer later this year, will most likely be something like a loaded Civic/Accord type car (depending on size I want). New Accord will be out by the end of the year too!
at least your Caddy has to be resolved one way or the other in a few months. They have your car apart. So they can't possible trot out the "operating as designed" excuse. No question to fight there. So you hit the time limit, and what can they say? Or they fix it finally, and you get it back and go sell it.
Fighting them to admit a defect when the car still runs must be the real nightmare situation.
It definitely ain't running. I saw it a couple of weeks ago. The engine bay looks like Beirut!
I imagine the dealer doesn't like your CTS taking up room in their garage, either. I would think they would be pressing for the parts.
2021 VW Arteon SEL 4-motion, 2018 VW Passat SE w/tech, 2016 Audi Q5 Premium Plus w/tech
Regarding credit reports and scores (FICO, etc.), prior to my buying my new car, my score was in the 800's for the Beacon Score (care buying score) and my FICO was 798. Now that I have a new loan ($25,000) on the new car, my FICO score dropped to 769 even though I have 0 balances on all my revolving credit. I guess they consider me a bit more risky to lend money to. From what I understand, in about 6 months, as I make payments on the car, my score should go up again. I have no mortgage and I purposely pay off my balances on my credit cards before the closing date to show 0 balances.
Anyone want to loan me a few hundred thousand?
It's just length and size of the recent account. It will start going up after few months, 12 months down the road will be good as new.
The CT-Scan report was just received at my doctor's office at 2:00 PM EST. It's on his desk. Secretary said I should get a call soon - fingers are crossed - nervous as heck!
The CT-Scan report was just received at my doctor's office at 2:00 PM EST. It's on his desk. Secretary said I should get a call soon - fingers are crossed - nervous as heck!
Did they get the name CTS from CT-Scan since the car has to be examined so carefully?
Good luck with the report....waiting for those med reports can be stressful.
Just got a call from my doctor. He said the CT-Scan shows no recurrence of the cancer. It showed that fluid continues to accumulate in my abdomen but that it is much less than the last CT-Scan showed. So, the news is good!
Any AARP members here? If not, why not? If so, what benefits are there.
When AARP got involved in big politics on gov't medical care 8 years back, I took a good look at their operation. They are in business to make older folks think they are in business to benefit the older folks. Instead, they're in business to benefit AARP. They mostly just rake off a commission on selling services to older folks, whether insurance products, investment products, and so on. Note, I don't say "senior citizens" because long ago AARP expanded their base by starting at age 50 or so, so it's "older folks."
I buy my services elsewhere. AAA. State Farm, Aetna, Voya.
+1000 on this. They exist solely for their benefit.
Just got a call from my doctor. He said the CT-Scan shows no recurrence of the cancer. It showed that fluid continues to accumulate in my abdomen but that it is much less than the last CT-Scan showed. So, the news is good!
Good news Mike !! That fluid wouldn't be that expensive scotch would it ?
Saw a Ford Fiesta hatchback with brahma bull type horns attached to the front grill. These are horns that grow on a bull's head, not the kind of horns that make noise whic are available online.
Saw a Prius with lots of stickers. One asks where all the hippies have gone. I hold up my hand like a little kid saying, "I know. I know."
Just got a call from my doctor. He said the CT-Scan shows no recurrence of the cancer. It showed that fluid continues to accumulate in my abdomen but that it is much less than the last CT-Scan showed. So, the news is good!
Excellent! That news is good enough that perhaps you should consider trading in the BMW for something newer in order to celebrate!!
Just got a call from my doctor. He said the CT-Scan shows no recurrence of the cancer. It showed that fluid continues to accumulate in my abdomen but that it is much less than the last CT-Scan showed. So, the news is good!
Good news Mike !! That fluid wouldn't be that expensive scotch would it ?
Is there a secret about your son's name or did you and your wife decide to let him choose his own name when he learns to talk? Why not let us posters choose his name?
I vote to name him Bentley Mazzaratti Firefighter!
You guys crack me up. I suggested his middle name be Porsche. My wife was not amused.
We are so overjoyed with this little guy. Life sure is about to be different.
I can't wait to get him indoctrinated into our car obsessions.
My buddy had a son 19 years ago and was determined to indoctrinate him into his muscle car ways. It all went according to plan until the boy got to about 14-15 and then he abandoned the Detroit 3 and developed an obsession for Japanese drift cars. He currently has a 240Z in dad's garage in a state of disrepair after drifting it straight into a guardrail.
Just got a call from my doctor. He said the CT-Scan shows no recurrence of the cancer. It showed that fluid continues to accumulate in my abdomen but that it is much less than the last CT-Scan showed. So, the news is good!
Excellent! That news is good enough that perhaps you should consider trading in the BMW for something newer in order to celebrate!!
Just got a call from my doctor. He said the CT-Scan shows no recurrence of the cancer. It showed that fluid continues to accumulate in my abdomen but that it is much less than the last CT-Scan showed. So, the news is good!
Great news Mike. I'm sure you feel a lot better now.
Just got back in here to hear the good news. Mrs. j has me preparing the bathroom on the second floor for a paint job. The prep is a hell of a lot worse than the actual painting.
How would you like an all expense paid trip to the Burgh to help me. I did the hard part for you. The weather ain't all that bad for January and the bathroom is real warm and cozy, T shirt weather in fact.
jmonroe
'15 Genesis V8 with Ultimate Package and '18 Legacy Limited 6 cyl
We named him Samuel (Sam), for my maternal grandfather. His middle name is actually my MIL's maiden name - we are passing it on as a middle name because there are no boys on that side of the family that will carry it on.
2025 Jetta GLI Autobahn, 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xE
We named him Samuel (Sam), for my maternal grandfather. His middle name is actually my MIL's maiden name - we are passing it on as a middle name because there are no boys on that side of the family that will carry it on.
Here's some "car" boy names: Austin (Austin Motor Company) Axle (auto part) Baron (Chrysler Le Baron) Cam (short for a camshaft auto part) Cherokee (Jeep Cherokee) Chevy (Chevrolet) Colt (Dodge Colt) Cooper (Mini Cooper) Corbin (Corbin, 1904-1912) Cord (Cord Corporation Cord L-29, 1929-1937) Diesel (fuel type) Dino (Ferrari Dino) Dodge (Dodge) Ford (Ford) Forrester (Subaru Forrester) Franklin (Franklin Automobile Company, 1902-1934) Gauge (car part) Gaylord (Gaylord Motorcar Company, 1911-1912) Harrison (Harrison Wagon Company Harrison, 1905-1907) Hemi (engine type) Henry (Henry Motor Car Company Henry, 1910-1912) Herbie (VW Bug movie car) Holden (Holden) Hudson (Hudson, 1909-1957) Jack (short for a car jack auto part) Jackson (Jackson Automobile Company Jackson, 1903-1923) Jazz (Honda Jazz) Jeffery (Thomas B. Jeffery Company Jeffery, 1902-1917) Jimmy (GMC Jimmy) Lincoln (Lincoln) Mark (Lincoln Mark Series) Martin (Aston Martin) Maverick (Ford Maverick) Monte (Chevrolet Monte Carlo) Morgan (Morgan) Nash (Nash Motors Company, 1917-1957) Owen (Owen Magnetic Motor Car Corporation, 1915-1922) Packard (Packard, 1899-1958) Pierce (Pierce-Arrow Motor Company, 1901-1938) Ranger (Ford Ranger) Romeo (Alfa Romeo) Ross (Ross Steamer, 1905-1909) Royce (Rolls-Royce) Shelby (Shelby) Stanley (Stanley Motor Carriage Company, 1902-1924) Stu (short for Studebaker, 1902-1966) Vin (Vehicle Identification Number) Willy (Willys “Jeep”) Wilson (Wilson Automobile Manufacturing Company, 1903-1905
I am surprised no one thought of; Bentle, very dignified for a boy, Taurus sounds strong, or dumb like bull!
We named him Samuel (Sam), for my maternal grandfather. His middle name is actually my MIL's maiden name - we are passing it on as a middle name because there are no boys on that side of the family that will carry it on.
Good name. Grandson #4 is a Sam. His hockey teammates call him Smashing Sammy because he is always breaking up opponents plays.
May you have as much fun watching your Sam (Sammy) go at in sports as I have with ours.
jmonroe
'15 Genesis V8 with Ultimate Package and '18 Legacy Limited 6 cyl
Here's some "car" boy names:
Austin (Austin Motor Company)
Axle (auto part)
Baron (Chrysler Le Baron)
Cam (short for a camshaft auto part)
Cherokee (Jeep Cherokee)
Chevy (Chevrolet)
Colt (Dodge Colt)
Cooper (Mini Cooper)
Corbin (Corbin, 1904-1912)
Cord (Cord Corporation Cord L-29, 1929-1937)
Diesel (fuel type)
Dino (Ferrari Dino)
Dodge (Dodge)
Ford (Ford)
Forrester (Subaru Forrester)
Franklin (Franklin Automobile Company, 1902-1934)
Gauge (car part)
Gaylord (Gaylord Motorcar Company, 1911-1912)
Harrison (Harrison Wagon Company Harrison, 1905-1907)
Hemi (engine type)
Henry (Henry Motor Car Company Henry, 1910-1912)
Herbie (VW Bug movie car)
Holden (Holden)
Hudson (Hudson, 1909-1957)
Jack (short for a car jack auto part)
Jackson (Jackson Automobile Company Jackson, 1903-1923)
Jazz (Honda Jazz)
Jeffery (Thomas B. Jeffery Company Jeffery, 1902-1917)
Jimmy (GMC Jimmy)
Lincoln (Lincoln)
Mark (Lincoln Mark Series)
Martin (Aston Martin)
Maverick (Ford Maverick)
Monte (Chevrolet Monte Carlo)
Morgan (Morgan)
Nash (Nash Motors Company, 1917-1957)
Owen (Owen Magnetic Motor Car Corporation, 1915-1922)
Packard (Packard, 1899-1958)
Pierce (Pierce-Arrow Motor Company, 1901-1938)
Ranger (Ford Ranger)
Romeo (Alfa Romeo)
Ross (Ross Steamer, 1905-1909)
Royce (Rolls-Royce)
Shelby (Shelby)
Stanley (Stanley Motor Carriage Company, 1902-1924)
Stu (short for Studebaker, 1902-1966)
Vin (Vehicle Identification Number)
Willy (Willys “Jeep”)
Wilson (Wilson Automobile Manufacturing Company, 1903-1905
I am surprised no one thought of;
Bentle, very dignified for a boy, Taurus sounds strong, or dumb like bull!
You forgot my son's middle name! Enzo!
'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '98 Alfa 156 2.0TS; '08 Maser QP; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '11 Mini Cooper S
We named him Samuel (Sam), for my maternal grandfather. His middle name is actually my MIL's maiden name - we are passing it on as a middle name because there are no boys on that side of the family that will carry it on.
Here's some "car" boy names: Austin (Austin Motor Company) Axle (auto part) Baron (Chrysler Le Baron) Cam (short for a camshaft auto part) Cherokee (Jeep Cherokee) Chevy (Chevrolet) Colt (Dodge Colt) Cooper (Mini Cooper) Corbin (Corbin, 1904-1912) Cord (Cord Corporation Cord L-29, 1929-1937) Diesel (fuel type) Dino (Ferrari Dino) Dodge (Dodge) Ford (Ford) Forrester (Subaru Forrester) Franklin (Franklin Automobile Company, 1902-1934) Gauge (car part) Gaylord (Gaylord Motorcar Company, 1911-1912) Harrison (Harrison Wagon Company Harrison, 1905-1907) Hemi (engine type) Henry (Henry Motor Car Company Henry, 1910-1912) Herbie (VW Bug movie car) Holden (Holden) Hudson (Hudson, 1909-1957) Jack (short for a car jack auto part) Jackson (Jackson Automobile Company Jackson, 1903-1923) Jazz (Honda Jazz) Jeffery (Thomas B. Jeffery Company Jeffery, 1902-1917) Jimmy (GMC Jimmy) Lincoln (Lincoln) Mark (Lincoln Mark Series) Martin (Aston Martin) Maverick (Ford Maverick) Monte (Chevrolet Monte Carlo) Morgan (Morgan) Nash (Nash Motors Company, 1917-1957) Owen (Owen Magnetic Motor Car Corporation, 1915-1922) Packard (Packard, 1899-1958) Pierce (Pierce-Arrow Motor Company, 1901-1938) Ranger (Ford Ranger) Romeo (Alfa Romeo) Ross (Ross Steamer, 1905-1909) Royce (Rolls-Royce) Shelby (Shelby) Stanley (Stanley Motor Carriage Company, 1902-1924) Stu (short for Studebaker, 1902-1966) Vin (Vehicle Identification Number) Willy (Willys “Jeep”) Wilson (Wilson Automobile Manufacturing Company, 1903-1905
I am surprised no one thought of; Bentle, very dignified for a boy, Taurus sounds strong, or dumb like bull!
Here's some "car" boy names: Austin (Austin Motor Company) Axle (auto part) Baron (Chrysler Le Baron) Cam (short for a camshaft auto part) Cherokee (Jeep Cherokee) Chevy (Chevrolet) Colt (Dodge Colt) Cooper (Mini Cooper) Corbin (Corbin, 1904-1912) Cord (Cord Corporation Cord L-29, 1929-1937) Diesel (fuel type) Dino (Ferrari Dino) Dodge (Dodge) Ford (Ford) Forrester (Subaru Forrester) Franklin (Franklin Automobile Company, 1902-1934) Gauge (car part) Gaylord (Gaylord Motorcar Company, 1911-1912) Harrison (Harrison Wagon Company Harrison, 1905-1907) Hemi (engine type) Henry (Henry Motor Car Company Henry, 1910-1912) Herbie (VW Bug movie car) Holden (Holden) Hudson (Hudson, 1909-1957) Jack (short for a car jack auto part) Jackson (Jackson Automobile Company Jackson, 1903-1923) Jazz (Honda Jazz) Jeffery (Thomas B. Jeffery Company Jeffery, 1902-1917) Jimmy (GMC Jimmy) Lincoln (Lincoln) Mark (Lincoln Mark Series) Martin (Aston Martin) Maverick (Ford Maverick) Monte (Chevrolet Monte Carlo) Morgan (Morgan) Nash (Nash Motors Company, 1917-1957) Owen (Owen Magnetic Motor Car Corporation, 1915-1922) Packard (Packard, 1899-1958) Pierce (Pierce-Arrow Motor Company, 1901-1938) Ranger (Ford Ranger) Romeo (Alfa Romeo) Ross (Ross Steamer, 1905-1909) Royce (Rolls-Royce) Shelby (Shelby) Stanley (Stanley Motor Carriage Company, 1902-1924) Stu (short for Studebaker, 1902-1966) Vin (Vehicle Identification Number) Willy (Willys “Jeep”) Wilson (Wilson Automobile Manufacturing Company, 1903-1905
I am surprised no one thought of; Bentle, very dignified for a boy, Taurus sounds strong, or dumb like bull!
Boy, you've got way too much time on your hands.
2019 Kia Soul+, 2015 Mustang GT, 2013 Ford F-150, 2000 Chrysler Sebring convertible
On the topic of introducing the young ones into our car obsessed culture, I offer the following (She was still 2 at the time she got her first operable car):
It's an Audi R8 Spyder E-Tron (6V). I told her not to go on the gravel, for she would get stuck. Her Audi isn't properly equipped with Quattro, in fact, it's 1-wheel drive! Even at 3 now she still hasn't got the hang of driving and steering; she gets frustrated easily and gives up quickly when it comes to driving.
For those wondering what the options packages include, it has LED headlights and FM radio (yes, it works). It also has a few sound effects and a simulated horn.
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2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
Solution for me: Don't even think about buying one of their products.
I'm glad to wait for the day another manufacturer (outside of original Big 3) sells me a lemon. I'm betting it won't happen in my lifetime.
'24 Chevy Blazer EV 2LT
They shouldn't much care, it's the taxpayers money for the stock losses they never paid back after all.
2019 Kia Soul+, 2015 Mustang GT, 2013 Ford F-150, 2000 Chrysler Sebring convertible
2019 Kia Soul+, 2015 Mustang GT, 2013 Ford F-150, 2000 Chrysler Sebring convertible
GG, wow, sorry for the pain and suffering. My XF was MIA for a week and a half, missed it. But, afaik, dealer did a good job, had a loaner, a lot of warranty work done and car came back shiny clean. But, when warranty is up...
Mike: Glad/hope all is well.
The ex and I were a two income family, around 50/50 until I was downsized in the mid '90s. Retrained for new career, good timing, it didn't take me long to match/exceed my prior income (once I started working, that is). Luckily, her income kept rising. I did an ok job managing our meager incomes, we bought a couple of houses, had a couple of kids and, barring unforeseen circumstances, will put them both through college. As well as be able to retire. Of course, she thought I was a cheap b@st@rd... And, of course, I've lost half of my stuff! But, living in the Boston area, it would have been tough/impossible to do all this with only one income. It can be done, but certainly not easily.
I bought a condo last June, after ex. bought me out of our house. 2 bed/2 bath, walk to local town location in a decent suburb of Boston. One garage space, nice common outdoor area with pool/hot tub. Mortgage/interest/HOA/prop taxes/insurance is about the same as my former rent was for a 1bed/bath apartment (which was also in a great location). Throw in tax bennys and I feel better about owning. Also, I paid the lowest price for a 2 bed in the complex in years! But, not an investment as much as it's my home.
Not a member of AARP or AAA.
'21 Dark Blue/Black Audi A7 PHEV (mine); '22 White/Beige BMW X3 (hers); '20 Estoril Blue/Oyster BMW M240xi 'Vert (Ours, read: hers in 'vert weather; mine during Nor'easters...)
2017 MB E400 , 2015 MB GLK350, 2014 MB C250
2018 430i Gran Coupe
jmonroe
'15 Genesis V8 with Ultimate Package and '18 Legacy Limited 6 cyl
I like to negotiate when possible. This keeps you in their dealer network, they sell a new car, and they can resell the CTS better than anyone else.
Just the fact that even one of their network dealers isn't interested in the CTS may help to win your argument...if they don't have the confidence the car will be ready soon how could you have any confidence?
2017 MB E400 , 2015 MB GLK350, 2014 MB C250
We ain't push-overs you know. :@
jmonroe
'15 Genesis V8 with Ultimate Package and '18 Legacy Limited 6 cyl
2021 VW Arteon SEL 4-motion, 2018 VW Passat SE w/tech, 2016 Audi Q5 Premium Plus w/tech
2018 430i Gran Coupe
Grandson #1 will be 15 next month and will be driving a year after that.
It seems like just last week that I diapered him.
Man, does time fly by now.
jmonroe
'15 Genesis V8 with Ultimate Package and '18 Legacy Limited 6 cyl
2024 Genesis G90 Super-Charger
2024 Genesis G90 Super-Charger
Good luck with the report....waiting for those med reports can be stressful.
2017 MB E400 , 2015 MB GLK350, 2014 MB C250
2024 Genesis G90 Super-Charger
2013 LX 570 2016 LS 460
These are horns that grow on a bull's head, not the kind of horns that make noise whic
are available online.
Saw a Prius with lots of stickers. One asks where all the hippies have gone. I hold up my
hand like a little kid saying, "I know. I know."
2014 Malibu 2LT, 2015 Cruze 2LT,
2013 LX 570 2016 LS 460
2017 Cadillac ATS Performance Premium 3.6
2024 Genesis G90 Super-Charger
Is there a secret about your son's name or did you and your wife decide to let him choose his own name when he learns to talk? Why not let us posters choose his name?
I vote to name him Bentley Mazzaratti Firefighter!
2024 Genesis G90 Super-Charger
We are so overjoyed with this little guy. Life sure is about to be different.
I can't wait to get him indoctrinated into our car obsessions.
2017 Cadillac ATS Performance Premium 3.6
2024 Genesis G90 Super-Charger
2017 MB E400 , 2015 MB GLK350, 2014 MB C250
Just got back in here to hear the good news. Mrs. j has me preparing the bathroom on the second floor for a paint job. The prep is a hell of a lot worse than the actual painting.
How would you like an all expense paid trip to the Burgh to help me. I did the hard part for you. The weather ain't all that bad for January and the bathroom is real warm and cozy, T shirt weather in fact.
jmonroe
'15 Genesis V8 with Ultimate Package and '18 Legacy Limited 6 cyl
'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '98 Alfa 156 2.0TS; '08 Maser QP; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '11 Mini Cooper S
2024 Genesis G90 Super-Charger
Congrats!
I was hoping for LaFrance in there somewhere.
Here's some "car" boy names:
Austin (Austin Motor Company)
Axle (auto part)
Baron (Chrysler Le Baron)
Cam (short for a camshaft auto part)
Cherokee (Jeep Cherokee)
Chevy (Chevrolet)
Colt (Dodge Colt)
Cooper (Mini Cooper)
Corbin (Corbin, 1904-1912)
Cord (Cord Corporation Cord L-29, 1929-1937)
Diesel (fuel type)
Dino (Ferrari Dino)
Dodge (Dodge)
Ford (Ford)
Forrester (Subaru Forrester)
Franklin (Franklin Automobile Company, 1902-1934)
Gauge (car part)
Gaylord (Gaylord Motorcar Company, 1911-1912)
Harrison (Harrison Wagon Company Harrison, 1905-1907)
Hemi (engine type)
Henry (Henry Motor Car Company Henry, 1910-1912)
Herbie (VW Bug movie car)
Holden (Holden)
Hudson (Hudson, 1909-1957)
Jack (short for a car jack auto part)
Jackson (Jackson Automobile Company Jackson, 1903-1923)
Jazz (Honda Jazz)
Jeffery (Thomas B. Jeffery Company Jeffery, 1902-1917)
Jimmy (GMC Jimmy)
Lincoln (Lincoln)
Mark (Lincoln Mark Series)
Martin (Aston Martin)
Maverick (Ford Maverick)
Monte (Chevrolet Monte Carlo)
Morgan (Morgan)
Nash (Nash Motors Company, 1917-1957)
Owen (Owen Magnetic Motor Car Corporation, 1915-1922)
Packard (Packard, 1899-1958)
Pierce (Pierce-Arrow Motor Company, 1901-1938)
Ranger (Ford Ranger)
Romeo (Alfa Romeo)
Ross (Ross Steamer, 1905-1909)
Royce (Rolls-Royce)
Shelby (Shelby)
Stanley (Stanley Motor Carriage Company, 1902-1924)
Stu (short for Studebaker, 1902-1966)
Vin (Vehicle Identification Number)
Willy (Willys “Jeep”)
Wilson (Wilson Automobile Manufacturing Company, 1903-1905
I am surprised no one thought of;
Bentle, very dignified for a boy, Taurus sounds strong, or dumb like bull!
2017 MB E400 , 2015 MB GLK350, 2014 MB C250
May you have as much fun watching your Sam (Sammy) go at in sports as I have with ours.
jmonroe
'15 Genesis V8 with Ultimate Package and '18 Legacy Limited 6 cyl
Forgot "Woody" for the Woody Station Wagons!
2024 Genesis G90 Super-Charger
'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '98 Alfa 156 2.0TS; '08 Maser QP; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '11 Mini Cooper S
2013 LX 570 2016 LS 460
Ditto. Sam I am !
2013 LX 570 2016 LS 460
Also forgot "Edsel"
2017 MB E400 , 2015 MB GLK350, 2014 MB C250
Mine: 1995 318ti Club Sport-2020 C43-1996 Speed Triple Challenge Cup Replica
Wife's: 2021 Sahara 4xe
Son's: 2018 330i xDrive
I didn't want to be the first one to say that.
jmonroe
'15 Genesis V8 with Ultimate Package and '18 Legacy Limited 6 cyl
However, when I'm enjoying the drive in the TTS with the forged 19x9's that the Kia's economy helped pay for, I'm happy.
Boy, you've got way too much time on your hands.
2019 Kia Soul+, 2015 Mustang GT, 2013 Ford F-150, 2000 Chrysler Sebring convertible
It's an Audi R8 Spyder E-Tron (6V). I told her not to go on the gravel, for she would get stuck. Her Audi isn't properly equipped with Quattro, in fact, it's 1-wheel drive!
For those wondering what the options packages include, it has LED headlights and FM radio (yes, it works). It also has a few sound effects and a simulated horn.