Jerry Timms

The car came in on Friday, a few days early, so I picked it up on Saturday after the dealer finished the tinting. After about 30 minutes of easy paperwork and a nearly 90 minute orientation to the car’s computer system, I was driving it home. Now I’ve had a few days to drive it around and thought I’d give you all an update.

I love it! It’s funny, because when I decided to get this car I was pretty much basing my decision on the entertainment/communication/navigation features, and also on its overall style. For me it was no different than buying a computer, I mostly looked at the electronics and the “user interface.” Honestly I never even took a test drive, just messed around with the computer and asked to make sure that the Bluetooth calling was compatible with my iPhone.

Well, to my surprise, I guess when you spend this much on a car you also get something that drives nicely, too! It’s taking some time to get used to it actually, because it has so much more power than the old car. But it’s great, I love the acceleration and tight handling. It really is fun to drive.

Mostly I like having all the new features that the old car didn’t have…like sunroof, Bluetooth calling, satellite radio, iPod integration, navigation, voice activation, automatic climate, etc. Sure you can get those features in many cars, but this one matches my style perfectly and I couldn’t be happier!

Ha, I know this is nothing more than shameless bragging but I’m excited for my new car that will be here next week. The paperwork has been signed and the deposit paid! I decided while I was out of town that I should just go ahead and get it, as I’ve been holding onto the same car for almost 9 years now. I know I said a bunch of things earlier about being frugal and whatnot, but all sorts of service lights are coming on in my old car and I really think it’s on its last leg! Plus the old car really doesn’t match my style anymore.

Also, I ran the idea past Jerry on Sunday night over drinks and he readily approved. He’s always so cynical about everything that I know something is not a terribly bad idea if he doesn’t immediately bash it.

I’ve been close to getting a new car several times in the last couple months, but always backed out at the last minute due to frustration at the dealer or with online research. On Monday I decided to relax and just do it. So here you go, meet my new car!