The Chit Chat Chit Chat Thread

[MinnieM123]

And, many dealers don't want the used ones on their lots, so they sell them to wholesalers, that sell them to other dealers. Everyone has to make some money in that food chain, thus the low trade in values/money.

That's interesting--never knew that. (I had wondered what the dealer did with our old rust bucket we traded in, when we bought our newer, used car, a few years ago. I mean, "trade in" was a joke--our old car was OLD and was a HEAP. I knew they'd never sell it on their fancy lot with all those pretty, expensive cars, SUVs, etc. Now I have an idea of where it ended up.)

We got $300 for it, which surprised us--it was 14 years old at the time and I can guarantee, it had no KBB or whatever, value at all. At the time, we were even prepared to just drive it to a junk yard & maybe get $80 for scrap metal, so were happy with the $300 we got!)

 

[FutureCEO]

They valued it at $500. My old Aurora, which we traded in for my dad's Lacrosse, we got $550 for, and it was older and in worse shape. Like, limping to the dealer bad. He's going to go higher on them and ask for $1000

My car is worth $1800 which I don't believe is right because it has gotten dinged a couple times but always fixed. I will have a lot more mileage then I put in when I will trade it in though.

 

[Figgy1]

Beets! My mom and dad loved pickled beets, me though not so much. I’ve been wanting to give them a chances but I just can’t get the pickled thoughts of them out of my head.

Have you ever tried baked beets? They're almost as sweet as candy with a lower glycemic load

 

[Figgy1]

I miss it, too. I am happy that Mickey will finally get a ride, but...GMR.

Exactly

 

[Figgy1]

Why are MY DATES always EXCLUDED from these promotions??????

If anyone wants to cruise this summer.. this is a great deal!
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The like is because at least you have dates. None of us can ever seem to have the same 3 days free in a row

 

[Figgy1]

I volunteered at our Church festival recently.. T was my helper..at least for a little bit at a time, he’d run around with his friends, come back to spin the money wheel a few times, then head back out. So much fun!

We’re Catholic, so gambling dominates the festival alongside the rides

Even with the rain the festival still did very well.. and Our booth did great! One 10 year old placed a $5 on the 20 spot.. only one 20 on the wheel.. hit it on his first spin- $100 to him!. It was pretty neat. The kid was so excited.
T won $25 on roulette and $17 on Bars and Bells.. he saved the $25 but used the $17 to buy more tickets, which didn’t end up being winners.lol
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Years ago at my old quilt guild we held a bingo night just for fun with a few different ways to play. I was the only one with a stack of cards which were well managed The running joke that night was "That's not fair she must be Catholic"

 

[Figgy1]

I'm approved! The new car is coming home tomorrow!

*Insert squeel here*

 

[Figgy1]

Thank you! Believe me, I always have those walking tours in the back of my mind.

I also have an updated clothing and accessory list if you need it

 

[Figgy1]

Thanks! My AP for Disneyland expired, but I'm hoping to renew after summer. My DD is actually BORED with Disney currently, although I think it's more that she just doesn't want to wait in long lines.

My boys would rather visit Universal than Disney at the moment. Works for me

 

[Figgy1]

Unfortunately no. In California there are automatic restraining orders so I can't remove him until the divorce is finalized.

The thing that gets me is that he has purchased 2 pop-up campers, paddleboards/recreational equipment, and just recently a $1699 fitness bike (based on his own negative Yelp review where he complained that the seller didn't tell him it didn't have Bluetooth ), but he told the judge that he's broke and can't afford his lawyer anymore. Plus, he keeps claiming that I'm independently wealthy. Right, like I just work for fun.

{{HUGS}} Would you like the map sent overnight mail

 

[Figgy1]

 

[Figgy1]

We had our homeschool evaluation today and all went well. So yay!!

Congrats!

 

[Figgy1]

3 days until National Fresh veggie Day
Name that veggie

 

[Figgy1]

Yep, you'll never get (most of the time, not even remotely close) as much for trading the used vehicle in, as you'll get if you take the time/hassle to sell it yourself.
And, many dealers don't want the used ones on their lots, so they sell them to wholesalers, that sell them to other dealers. Everyone has to make some money in that food chain, thus the low trade in values/money.

We've done very well trading our last 2 in at the same place. Part of the reason we went there is because of how they treat the employees of my dh's workplace

 

[Figgy1]

@Songbird76 have you been able to straighten out the transportation problem with the school yet. I broke my ankle on school property and seeing my ds had to walk a few blocks to the bus the school had the bus detour to our corner the next day

 

[Figgy1]

Paging @Gabe1 hoping all is well. Miss you around here

 

[MySmallWorldof4]

I think I’ll order 2 pair of shorts..one pair of socks..one practice shirt.. and new warmups.
I bought both the home and away jerseys in size 10.. one practice shirt in a 10, and one practice shirt in an 8..his shorts are 8s. Thr size 8s will most likely be too small before August..he’s just so skinny though!

The Game jerseys are custom from Nike (which is why I bought them a little big), but the practice jerseys and warm up suits are basically iron on decals and/or patches on top of Nike club gear. I don’t see why those would need to be decided on right now...I wish we had another month for that. I’m not buying 3 more pair of socks before the uniform change, for sure.

I just have 1 uniform to buy.

 

[MySmallWorldof4]

How much of a difference are you at? Have you thought about just putting your car on Autotrader or Craigslist? You’ll get more money selling it as retail instead of trade.

It’s tough with older trades because the dealer most likely can’t resell them as a retail vehicle, which means they aren’t inline with what KBB says. Kelley Blue Book is a good resource for private sales if you do go that route.

That's a good idea. The dealer is probably going to give the car to an auction place anyway. For the little they will give you, either put more money down, or take a larger loan. Sell the car on your own.

 

[MySmallWorldof4]

They valued it at $500. My old Aurora, which we traded in for my dad's Lacrosse, we got $550 for, and it was older and in worse shape. Like, limping to the dealer bad. He's going to go higher on them and ask for $1000

$500? Don't quibble over $500. I thought it was $1000 or more. Sell it on your own. Is $500 worth it for you to lose a car that you love and most importantly need?

 

[MySmallWorldof4]

Years ago at my old quilt guild we held a bingo night just for fun with a few different ways to play. I was the only one with a stack of cards which were well managed The running joke that night was "That's not fair she must be Catholic"