Well, we didn't end up going with that spunky Sorento that I shared in this post. And I will admit that I was a bit bummed about that. I was really hoping to get out of a minivan and into an SUV. But the main reason we went with the minivan? Space. It all came down to space. The SUV was just too small for a (soon to be) family of 5 plus a 75lb dog (and maybe another one in a few months). The minivan was just more practical. It's nice, don't get me wrong. And has most of the same features. But it's not an SUV :( The good news was that it cost less than the Sorento and even after having to eat over $3K because we were upside down on our loan on the other van we still got a good deal. You can't beat spending less than 30K on a brand new minivan, covering the cost of your trade, and getting tires for life and powertrain warranty for life.
Our last van we bought used. And the thing I learned this go around is that I will probably never buy used again. We just put too many miles on a car to buy used (unless it's a year old). And second, if I want to get rid of a vehicle and get the most $$$ out of it, do it before it hits 60K miles. All good things to know. Everything's a learning experience, right??
So I'm happy. My son is bummed we have another van. But what he doesn't realize is how cramped he would've been sharing a seat with his sister and a brother/sister in a carseat.
So that's us now. Sportin' the swagger wagon once again. Jealous?? I know you are ;)
A mom's gotta do what a mom's gotta do! Especially when you're also a momma to big dog(s)!
ReplyDeleteCongrats!
I was trying to figure out how you were going to fit 3 car seats in that thing!
ReplyDeletelol! I love that ad. It had the potential to be super lame, but it's actually pretty cool. Enjoy the new ride!
ReplyDeleteNever seen that ad..too funny.
ReplyDeleteI love it Michelle! Hal and I were wondering where you were going to put the luggage for 10 days + a souvenier from each park x2? Smart choice and cool looking van I might add. Love the color.
ReplyDeleteI LOVE my mini-van. We rented a SUV last week while I van was getting fixed and I HATED it with a passion. HATED it. NO room. I had to crawl onto the seats to get the kids in the back and there was NO leg room. I could not imagine driving that thing when they were bigger! I want a ride in your new van!
ReplyDeleteWe bought a Sedona last November as we were expecting #3. We LOVE it. There is tons of space. I really like the automatic doors and satellite radio. Makes me feel like a hip Mom :)
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