Car buying Thrifty Style
December 29, 2007 by kellys
Filed under automotive
We finally did it! We found a mini van. I love it! It is a 2002 Chevy Venture. Here are some of my favorite specs:
Power locks
Keyless entry
8 seats
Blue exterior (my last 2 cars have been white)
Now maybe I won’t leave my vehicle unlocked because I have my hands full.
But my husband is a brilliant man.
How To Never Have A Car Loan
January 22, 2007 by Karen Weideman
Filed under automotive, financial matters, frugal living, money saving idea, saving money
Last week I discovered some articles from Steve Diggs. He is an author and has a financial ministry called “No Debt! No Sweat!” Steve has some tips to help us keep from having car payments.
Step 1) Forget your ego. I know this one is hard. Americans tend to identify themselves with their cell phones, cars, and gadgets. It is sometimes hard to settle for a 2000 Chevy Venture when your friend is driving a new Chrysler Town & Country. I know. I’m there. BUT, I look at their car and know that my mini-van didn’t cost nearly as much as …read more
