We own a 2003 Vibe with 247k mi that I drive, a 2012 Sonic with 88k mi my husband drives, and we were just handed down a Prius with 144k mi.
We have two kids, 12 and 9. Having two cars is basically a necessity given our jobs and metro-area. My husband drives all around the city and works odd hours/days as well for his jobs. I have a 7mi commute to my 8-5 job, while it is possible to bike or run and I do occasionally, it is not the greatest route. All this to say, we’re at a point where having two cars makes our lives much easier.
So what to do? I feel silly having three cars (and their associated costs); it does not seem very mustachian. The 2003 car is not in the best shape; it drives rougher than in its younger days. I Kelly Blue Booked it, at most we could maybe get 1k through a private sell. It is actually missing a few things <blush>: 1 door handle, gas cover door, 1 sun visor, so I’d be compelled to replace those before listing it –or is that not necessary?
The other part, that I think is what is making this a more complicated decision, is that I really like the Vibe – the way it handles, the space, the satisfaction of 247k miles. It seems worth more than 1k, lol! And the driver’s seat of the Prius is actually really uncomfortable.
So do I just need to sell the Vibe and get over my attachment? Am I overlooking other options? Thanks!
