Goodbye Bianca, I really do miss you

I didn't know how much I missed her until I began this post. Friday night, I said goodbye to Bianca. She was my pal for three years. 52000 miles. Alyssa had a great time hopping in the expensive sports cars in the showroom.

Introducing Xyril. I plan to keep her for more than 5 years, so there won't be heartbreak again.

History: I had a Silver 04 Altima, Chaeli, that I loved and planned to keep, however, when Bianca came around in 07, it was a better deal to upgrade.

For the past 3 years, I planned to keep Bianca long term, so I was suprised by what happened this week. I started running numbers in my head, thinking deeply, and ran some thoughts by Jim Vach. Later Friday, I prayed about what decision to make regarding our family vehicle. I really didn't think financially I should continue with Bianca, yet I didn't think I could let go of her luxury. When I walked into Nissan, to figure out the end of my lease, my answer came; You should get a Sentra and save $7K.

I knew my credit was flawless, so I would qualify for their best offer. As a Microsoft employee, I was able to do have a haggle free 5% under invoice deal, so I saved a few thousand. 0% financing made the math easy to understand so that I wouldn't get confused by the car salesman sneaking in other numbers into the price. The car came to less than $20K and had most of the features I truly enjoy. I gave up only 2 perks, (garage door opener & power seat adjustments). Since Troy, Alyssa and I are small people, the lost cabin space/leg room suits us just fine. Being in the compact car category, also saves us money on insurance and will when we have a teen too!

This car could be a great car for Alyssa in 5 years, if she saves her pennies and wants to buy it from me.

Funny, I think I am over having tinted windows and don't plan to waste money doing them again. It's been about 10 years since I had no tint, but I feel I have outgrown that need. I like the changes I am feeling regarding wastefulness. This new monthly payment is less than I had with Bianca and it was the smarter decision for our family. I still feel sad abandoning her though. Goodbye, farewell, much love!