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Not-So-Speedy Dressage

From Endurance to Dressage

Blue Truck, Meet Juke!

1/1/2016

 
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In real life, it's actually TINY when compared to BT - I must have used some trick photography.
I was busy over my Christmas vacation. I got both Blue Truck (BT) and my car serviced, including tire rotations, oil changes, and so on. Even with my daily driver running well and in good shape, I just couldn't stand it any longer.

I'd been driving that car for almost 11 years. Even though it ran great, had low mileage, and was in excellent shape, it had zero technology. I couldn't sync my phone, get directions, or warm my butt on a cold day. I was just plain tired of my practical and paid for car.

We first saw the Juke in Portugal - go figure. Since then, I've been looking for them a lot like kids look for a Slug Bug. It's only been in the last month or so that I've seen a few cruising around Bakersfield.

I checked over my finances, sighed, and decided to wait until summer. Even with the decision made, I peppered my husband with constant updates - I saw one at the grocery story; the gas mileage is as good as my current car; there are two on the lot right now. He finally told me to just go get one. So I did!
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Cute, huh?!
The payment is small enough that it won't affect my lesson or show budget. I'm not looking forward to 60 months of payments, but hopefully, Juke will treat me as well as my last car did. 

Oh, and BT better stay healthy and well or I might be in trouble - I am not sure sure I could do TWO vehicle payments!
Judy
1/1/2016 07:47:09 am

Good for you! You deserve to drive something that that you love! It looks like a fun little car!

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1/2/2016 07:21:03 am

I am not sure that I "deserve" it, but I can afford it, so I figured why not? I've been wanting a new car for quite a long time. I just hated the thought of car payments, you're probably starting to feel about the same way ... :0)

Jenj
1/1/2016 07:57:52 am

Aww, it's so cute! It looks sporty and fun.

When I replaced my 15 year old truck with the one we have now, I was practically giddy. Who knew you could have Bluetooth and seat warmers and power seats and and and... Car technology has come a really long way!!! I hope you love driving it :)

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1/2/2016 07:23:34 am

Unfortunately, I know EXACTLY what I've been missing. My husband LOVES new vehicles and has had SEVERAL since I bought my last one. And he likes ALL the bells and whistles. Whenever we go anywhere, we use his truck with the heated seats, nav system and so on. That's probably what prompted me to finally get a new car - I got a taste for the finer things in life. LOL

lytha
1/1/2016 08:34:17 am

I have never seen that car before. Now I'll start looking. Is it a 4 door? I can't tell. I love the way it looks from behind, but the headlights confuse me. Is that a running board? It's a very attractive car.

We just bought our first red car and it took some getting used to.

11 years, wow, you deserve it. Here is a funny article regarding that: http://www.theonion.com/article/toyota-recalls-1993-camry-due-fact-owners-really-s-50480

(Though you didn't say what it was that you drove 11 years...)

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1/2/2016 07:30:02 am

Yes, Lytha, it is a four door. Nissan calls them hidden handles - or something like that. The rear door's handle is in the black trim next to the window. It doesn't have a running board, but it is a thick piece of trim. Car and Driver calls the look of the headlights "polarizing" - you either dig the funky look of the car, or you find it off-putting. I love it of course BECAUSE it's different!

HAHAHAHA - the article was me completely. I drove a 2005 Toyota Corolla. ABSOLUTELY nothing went wrong with that car in the entire time I drove it. I had never even lifted the hood. All I ever did was replace batteries, brakes, tires, oil changes, wiper blades, and gas. I just got tired of it. :0)

Hillary link
1/1/2016 11:15:25 am

Congrats on the new car!

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1/2/2016 07:34:38 am

Thanks, Hillary. It's a fun little car to drive, and it looks cute. I needed a bit of a pick-me-up. Talk about retail therapy! LOL

Carly
1/2/2016 10:15:33 am

It's got an awfully cute little nose!


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