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Old Apr 12, 2010 | 09:19 PM
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Well I'm officially without a car. Sold the 350 a couple weeks back. Signed the title over today.

I got a fair price, and the buyer got a great deal!

Just couldn't afford to keep making payments on it with my little girl needing to be sent to preschool, and the job market not being so great.

I'm currently driving my father in laws 2001 Dodge Durango, with 160k miles. It's free for me for now. Just have to get it signed over to me, and insure it. It is a total POS. At least I'm getting 18mpg in it.

I'm likely going to get into maybe a Volvo V50 sport wagon, or a Mazda CX7 or an S60 if I want to go sedan route again. Some good deal to be had out there.

It's been fun!

Later all.
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Old Apr 12, 2010 | 09:38 PM
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Good ISH on prioritizing your little girl hopefully you'll be back around one day.
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Old Apr 12, 2010 | 09:46 PM
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I think u made the right decision. Family first. I hope you'll be back in future dude. All the best!
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Old Apr 12, 2010 | 10:18 PM
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That sucks to hear you got rid of it but family first is important. Good luck with everything!
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Old Apr 12, 2010 | 10:43 PM
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Glad to hear you're making your daughter and family come first. The prices on schools and education are at times extreme. But I guess an education is priceless.

I know it must be hard to give up the IS, but it's probably best in the long run. You never know you might be crusing in something better not far far in the future. Hope your little girl enjoys pre-school. Good luck.
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Old Apr 12, 2010 | 11:13 PM
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I like the Mazda CX-7
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Old Apr 13, 2010 | 12:06 AM
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good luck...go with toyota..best deal as of now..get the VENZA
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Old Apr 13, 2010 | 12:07 AM
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the start of a baby's education....enjoy these times man! they grow up way too fast, especially when i see those school pics and comparing them to the previous years. the CX-7 would seem like a good all around fit, especially useful for weekend getaways or mini trips. best of luck!
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Old Apr 13, 2010 | 12:43 AM
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Toyota has that 5 year with no interests special still going on right? If it's still on, Toyota would be good!
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Old Apr 14, 2010 | 12:00 PM
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NO!...i been looking for a deal like this for a while now, i just put my g35 for sale here in shop to get a 350 could have made a deal with one of my cars, but hey wise decision family is always first.
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Old Apr 14, 2010 | 12:08 PM
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Best of luck, very smart decision.
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Old Apr 14, 2010 | 12:28 PM
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Much respect for you. i know its hard giving up something you enjoy so much.

I have a 2010 CX7. we love it. very nice ride, but sucks gas as its turbo. if you want feedback on the car let me know.
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Old Apr 14, 2010 | 02:14 PM
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i would make the same decision if i were in the same position. hey maybe one day yur daughter might become a doctor because she had such a great education and end up getting u an IS in return =)

Best of luck to you with everything !
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Old Apr 14, 2010 | 05:33 PM
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Best of luck and family is more important.. Its just a car and when time permits they'll be another one waiting..
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