In Other Words with Dave

I’m a “buy used” kind of car buyer. The last new car I bought was a sweet ride called a Saturn SL2 – remember those? Since then, I’ve bought used sedans, coupes, convertibles, SUVs, and a minivan or two (actually 3). Letting someone else take the financial hit on initial depreciation has been my financial plan.

I just sold two cars. One, I owned for 7 years, the other for 9 years. So I was shopping used again, but it was tough out there. When I’d find something I was interested in – it was either sold or under contract.

Ever hopeful, I found a solid contender at a local dealership. It was the right color, low miles, excellent reviews, sporty, and almost practical. I scheduled a test drive. When I arrived, the salesperson pointed over to a cubicle where someone was already signing papers on it. Disappointed, I should have left. But I didn’t. I lingered – right over to another car.

A brand new car. I knew better – but, it had a “Sold” sign on it. Seemed safe enough. My new best friend, I mean the salesperson, told me he was going to check on that “Sold” sign for me. Turns out the intended buyer was now ghosting the dealership and being that it was the last day of the month, the sales manager wanted that car sold today. Dave Ramsey would not be proud. Yeah, I bought it. It’s no Saturn, but it’s still a sweet ride.