Just bought a new car!

Well done Luckygirl you should feel very proud of yourself!

Oh, very nice! 👍 I’ve had Polos and even though they were the lowest-powered versions, they were fun to drive. Good in snow, too, which is quite important in NE Scotland.

You haven’t told us the most important thing, though - the colour! . I had a white one and a yellow one. I could never have had an affair, had I wanted one, when I owned the yellow one - people for miles around knew my car. 😂

Good for you. My car is 12 years old, so I am looking at new ones. The thing is that I still really like my car and they don't make that model anymore.

I have to realize at 61 that my next car purchase will be my 'retirement' car, so has to be good on gas, comfortable to drive and reliable. Also needs to be a hatchback for the dog. I wish we had a Volkswagen dealership nearby since I do like them. We are limited on choice because of being remote.

Yes, you’ve definitely done the right thing. Now go ahead and enjoy your purchase.😊

Thanks for all the encouragement. It feels like a big step but I think it is the right decision.

You need something reliable.Enjoy it.
Barbarax

Congratulations. 🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻 I reckon you’ve done the right thing. I remember how savvy I felt when I bought my Polo all by myself. Turned out to be a decent car 😁

Well done you! Enjoy your new car.

Well done indeed! In the time I've been in my home I've gutted it - well someone else did the work you understand, but choosing fixtures and fittings didn't worry me one jot but the thought of buying a car terrifies me!!

I got to thinking recently how come other drivers can park so perfectly without all the 'toing and froing' I do to park straight. Then I realised, it's the parking sensor. I want one!

Enjoy driving your new car Luckygirl3.

You have made considered decision on what you think is right for you, so well done. Fortunate that you were able to have your SIL give it the once over before buying, helps to have some back up when making a major purchase.

Well done Luckygirl and why not ? Two years ago I bought a 2 year old Kia Rio, after having a Honda Jazz for 7 + years. I am divorced and as you say, it was a big chunk out of my savings. I hardly do any mileage, about 3500 miles a year.
My friend has always had Polos - very reliable cars, but a bit out of my price range.
Happy and safe motoring !

Well done Luckygirl3. I’m about to embark on the same thing - it’s daunting.