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I don't find writing down the odometer reading, date and gallons much of a task.
Of course I do have lots of experience at it.
Hoping to do some car shopping next week. Will have to get new numbers for my Explorer after we get back.
The strike may help its' value.
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
2019 Kia Soul+, 2015 Mustang GT, 2013 Ford F-150, 2000 Chrysler Sebring convertible
And that DeSoto is a lotta iron. A guy could retire if he had a handful of those.
jmonroe
'18 Legacy Limited with 3.6R (Mrs. j's)
I am curious about the details of the financing--did people make payments at the local dealer, or mail them in? And this was before cars were titled, so it was basically an unsecured loan, and no good method of checking income or credit.
The museum used to have Docents to answer questions. Maybe not anymore?
though buying the new house is not really helping things.
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
Sounds like your priorities are screwing you up.
jmonroe
'18 Legacy Limited with 3.6R (Mrs. j's)
Sort of. No other visitors and there was one dude running the place and wandering around while I was there.
First ride in a Model T for both of us… The sounds and the smells reminded me of a riding lawn mower.
You should have checked underneath for a blade.
jmonroe
'18 Legacy Limited with 3.6R (Mrs. j's)
We are on the tail end of it now, and plan on getting on the road back to Alaska early on Tuesday morning because I need to be back at work (in person) on Monday, 10/2.
There were over 1,200 new posts on this thread alone since I last stopped in (probably not since around the end of the first week of August), so I admit that I didn't read them all. Congrats on your new car, @andre1969 ! That's a rare event, and it looks like you picked a nice one! Also, congrats to your family on the new addition, @tifighter .
Thats a really solid rate right now.
That said, I am very glad we refinanced when we did a few years ago. We managed to time it to the very bottom of the market.
Thats a really solid rate right now.
That said, I am very glad we refinanced when we did a few years ago. We managed to time it to the very bottom of the market.
Which means you may never move again.
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well, we bought just over a year ago so I locked in the current mortgage (same lender and program) in June 2022. I think it is at 3.125 (with discount, so rack rate was 3.25%). so up about 3% since then, which does not seem too bad considering some of the doom and gloom you read.
Of course it sounds worse if you say they almost doubled! Good lender at least. 12 month rate lock, and any time we want if rates are lower, can do a free re-lock at the new rate. my goal though is still take not need one at the time. will save a bunch of money!
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
Thats a really solid rate right now.
That said, I am very glad we refinanced when we did a few years ago. We managed to time it to the very bottom of the market.
We did as well. Main house is at 2.65, lake house is at 3.25. Practically free money.
2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Limited Velvet Red over Wicker Beige
2024 Audi Q5 Premium Plus Daytona Gray over Beige
2017 BMW X1 Jet Black over Mocha
Great pic!
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Locked in a 20 year refi in December of ‘21. Closed January of ‘22. 2.99% for 20 years.
Made it to Rockville, MD about 25 minutes from DC last night. 5 of us plus my mother in law. Thanks to the engineers at Thule for making my life somewhat easier.
2001 Prelude Type SH, 2022 Highlander XLE AWD, 2025 Camry SE AWD
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We’re at 2.3 for 30 years fixed. And yes never moving if I have anything to do with it.
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I've already changed the brake fluid twice and had the coolant changed last year. Haven't done anything with the transmission fluid and I've almost got 75K on the clock. Is this something I need to have done or can I just leave things alone? Car drives very nicely still and just not ready to swap it out yet. Once the new Hyundai Kona hits the streets, we'll see how good it really is.
Wife mentioned the Audi is having some starting issues. Tried it and it sounds like the battery is having some issues. Down here, we're lucky to get a couple years out of our batteries due to the heat. Keeping my eye on things. Need to check the receipt to find out when we bought it. Remember it died in the garage & the guy who came swapped it out right there.
2023 Hyundai Kona Limited AWD (wife) / 2025 VW GTI (me) / 2019 Chevrolet Cruze Premier RS (daughter #1) / 2020 Hyundai Accent SE (daughter #2) / 2023 Subaru Impreza Base (son)
2019 Kia Soul+, 2015 Mustang GT, 2013 Ford F-150, 2000 Chrysler Sebring convertible
2.75 on primary and 3.125 at the shore. Not touching either one!!
2025 Ram 1500 Laramie 4x4 / 2023 Mercedes EQE 350 4Matic / 2022 Icon I6L Golf Cart
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
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Problems with mis-matched tires
https://www.tirebuyer.com/education/using-mismatched-or-mixed-sets-of-tires#
https://www.hilltoptireservice.com/Blog/ArticleID/480/Can-I-Replace-Just-One-Tire-on-my-Car#:~:text=If one tire is clearly,understanding information from your tires.
https://driving.ca/column/troubleshooter/troubleshooter-mismatched-tires-its-not-just-the-size-that-matters
Why are you trying to confuse me with facts? I’ve already told you I’ve made up my mind.
jmonroe
'18 Legacy Limited with 3.6R (Mrs. j's)
Traveling in our nation’s capital looking at American University this weekend. Trying to stay on topic and keep things car related. Saw this RX7 parked on the street in DC. No sunroof. Automatic. Amazing condition.
2001 Prelude Type SH, 2022 Highlander XLE AWD, 2025 Camry SE AWD
Go back in 15 minutes and see if it’s still there.
jmonroe
'18 Legacy Limited with 3.6R (Mrs. j's)
I almost have the C43 paid off. On the Jeep front, my bride and I have decided on a JLU(4 door)- either a Rubicon or a Sahara. We’d prefer a 4xe but we could be swayed by a conventional Rubicon, Sahara, or Willys if the price and option set is right. I’m sure glad my wife also prefers a Wrangler over a Grand Cherokee.
Mine: 1995 318ti Club Sport-2020 C43-1996 Speed Triple Challenge Cup Replica
Wife's: 2021 Sahara 4xe
Son's: 2018 330i xDrive
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Limited Velvet Red over Wicker Beige
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2017 BMW X1 Jet Black over Mocha
Couple punches to report that don’t impact our count.
(1) My mom traded her 2017 Audi SQ5 for a 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Sport. She and my dad are no longer together and she never really liked/wanted the Audi. So this is what she wanted - less expensive to own, maintain, etc and much easier for her to handle.
(2) I helped my BIL acquire a 2023 Audi SQ8 Premium Plus with carbon optic package, executive package, and many other options most important of which is the factory sport resonator. Cool car - serious $$.
Assuming it lives up to its name, I’d go with the factory sport exhaust every time. It’s just too much fun.
Mine: 1995 318ti Club Sport-2020 C43-1996 Speed Triple Challenge Cup Replica
Wife's: 2021 Sahara 4xe
Son's: 2018 330i xDrive
It sort of felt good not paying $4.60 for premium.
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Now, we all know that Costco has some pretty decent pricing, but she paid $5.99/gal for Premium. Makes me wonder how much it would have been at a Shell station.
Not looking forward to having fill up the rental car this week on my trip to CA. I will be picking something from the Emerald Aisle that takes RUG.
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I think my next mod will be a power tailgate lock. I stored my luggage under the tonneau in the bed, and manually activating the lock was annoying. Doubt I will get that done before the next trip--off to the Ozarks in a couple of weeks!
You screwed up. You shoulda cut the hose off and taken it home with you.
jmonroe
'18 Legacy Limited with 3.6R (Mrs. j's)
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That’s why we let you play in here.
jmonroe
'18 Legacy Limited with 3.6R (Mrs. j's)
@28firefighter - sorry to hear your parents aren’t together anymore.
2001 Prelude Type SH, 2022 Highlander XLE AWD, 2025 Camry SE AWD
Thanks, man! A very long and painful time coming, but ultimately for the best.
G’Mar Chatima Tova, btw. Easy fast if that’s your thing!
In my area the cheapest PUG is about $4.30/gal. with the average being around $4.50.
2019 Kia Soul+, 2015 Mustang GT, 2013 Ford F-150, 2000 Chrysler Sebring convertible
Sorry to hear that. I was hoping that I had misread it.
2023 Hyundai Kona Limited AWD (wife) / 2025 VW GTI (me) / 2019 Chevrolet Cruze Premier RS (daughter #1) / 2020 Hyundai Accent SE (daughter #2) / 2023 Subaru Impreza Base (son)