I knew this day would come. I drive a 1998 Mercury Sable, and it is paid off. It's had some problems over the past year with not starting; however, I haven't had to put any cash into it. That is about to change.
The good ole Mercury probably needs new brake pads and new tires. This is all going to set me back somewhere around $410. That's not terrible, but it's the first major repair bill I've had to pay since I've been out in the world on my own.
My emergency fund can easily absorb this, but it's the principle of the thing. Overall, however, the Mercury is being good to me. As long as I'm not pumping thousands of dollars into it a year, it's saving me cash. I don't want to make a car payment any time soon. Roll on, Mercury! Roll on!
New brakes and tires. =(
December 26th, 2007 at 03:31 pm
December 26th, 2007 at 03:34 pm 1198683268
Just an idea. Good luck.
December 26th, 2007 at 03:41 pm 1198683714
December 26th, 2007 at 05:02 pm 1198688524
If you're curious, here's what i've spent on repairs and maintenenace on my 99 Civic in the last few years (since i keep track of these tings)...
2007: $1,029
2006: $1,020
2005: $614
2004: $945
2003: $466
2002: $740
2001: $507
2000: $235
1999: $14,500 purchase price