Should I buy a new car with a child on the way or my raggedy old 12 year old car?

[Anonymous]

2022 vs. 2010

[CindyRuns]

One way to save a lot of money... don't replace your car as long as it provides reliable transportation.

If it's always in the shop with problems, it would be time to replace it. If it runs well and gets you where you need to go, keep it.

by the way, I practice what I preach... I'm driving a 2011 Toyota Camry, and I intend to keep it as long as it's reliable.

[Asker]

I'm having twins and need a suv I also live where much snow accumulates

[Asker]

I have a nice size sedan but suv would be so much better

[CindyRuns]

I have two kids... one infant and a 2 1/2 year old... they fit just fine in my Camry.

[Asker]

2 car seats?

[Asker]

Nice.

[Asker]

Girl you fit a stroller in there too?

[CindyRuns]

Yes, two car seats in the back and the stroller fits nicely in the trunk !!!

To be fair, it does get a bit tight, but workable when I go grocery shopping if I take the girls.

When possible, I leave them with my husband while doing that.

[Asker]

Gotcha. You've actually convinced me to keep my car. However, I'm wondering if I could get 4 grand for my car and start over.
Because I'm at 160,000 miles right now. Not sure how far my cars got
I do also work from home now so that'll save me on the miles

[Anonymous]

So I’m reading your responses to people’s answers. Sounds as though they’re telling you to stick w what you’ve got so long as it works. But seems as though you have your mind made up so why even ask what others think. Imagine not having a car at all. I’d stick w what you have. Where’s the man in all of this?

[Asker]

Right next to me encouraging me to get what I want.
The thing is my car was down for months. We just got it fixed.
I don't know what to do. I wanted something super reliable because my car keeps fogging up while driving. I hate it!!! I just feel it won't be safe for my babies.

[Opinion Owner]

Ok so could you get something that’s 4 years behind. Meaning a new car that’s like a 2018 car. Usually people are told to stay w in 4 years of the current year as far as cars. Maybe you can find a new one for much less.

[Asker]

So dont do the $15,000 (after taxes)
4 or 5 grand down on the car making $25?
Monthly not will be 209-260 plus 110 for insurance? And my goal is to pay off in 3 years?

[Asker]

ItS a 2019 too

[Asker]

I was gonna make a deal on it for 13000 after taxs. It's been in the lot for 250 days

[Opinion Owner]

You could try. I’m just wondering if you have extra money in the bank in case something goes wrong. You don’t want to toss all your money at this car. Is your man contributing to this as well or just you?

[Hispanic-Cool-Guy]

Stick with your old car and just take good maintenance of it.

[Asker]

I'd like a suv and I'm having twins. I need a bigger car?

[Hispanic-Cool-Guy]

Ok, makes sense. But you can get a cheaper one rather than a brand new one. Totally depends if you have the funds.

[Asker]

15,000 and selling my old car for 4 grand?

[Asker]

I'll put 6 grand down and my monthly payments should be super low

[Asker]

Is that smart or do 5 grand and pay off insurance for a while?

[Hispanic-Cool-Guy]

Sounds like a good deal. Go for it.

[Anonymous]

If you were my girl than I can gifted you new car...

[Static_In_The_Attic]

Buy new!

[Redstang88]

2010 is old?