"New to me" car - what makes sense?

[skruggie]

So, it comes down to the type of car and how much you spend is a want not a need?

Correct.

I am not looking for point A to point B, I am looking for a car I that will give me great pleasure in a price range that I am comfortable with.

To wrap this up, I have decided on the Hyundai Genesis, there is a 2010 model at my local Carmax that is on hold for me at 20k. I got the 3.6% rate from my credit union at 36 months.

The payment fits nicely into my budget, and I am comfortable with the overall price based on my expenses and savings goals. This payment does not in anyway inhibit my very lofty monthly savings and the 15% I contribute to my retirement.

My plan is to keep the car for 10 years, just like I have with my Saturn. Perhaps even longer if it doesn't give me smog test problems down the line like what I am currently experiencing with my beloved Saturn, may she rest in peace.

[disneysteve]

Enjoy the new Hyundai. When the time comes to replace my 1998 Camry, I will probably be looking at Hyundai because as much as I'd like to stick with Toyota, I don't like the redesigned Camry.

[bjl584]

Enjoy the new Hyundai. When the time comes to replace my 1998 Camry, I will probably be looking at Hyundai because as much as I'd like to stick with Toyota, I don't like the redesigned Camry.

You can't go wrong with Hyundai/Kia Steve. I'm sold on them. I've owned both and they just keep going worry free.

[project15]

I also am a fan of the hyundai/kia line recently...BUT...if you want a convertible, you need to get a convertible. There's no substitute for one and once you own one, you'll always miss it if you get something else.

I miss mine

[skruggie]

Well....I won't talk about what I actually settled on. Let's just say, it doesn't belong in a personal finance forum