re: Honda canceling two car models in North American market

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Heck,most vehicles today cost more than my house when I bought it.

It seems too many people measure their self esteem by what they drive.

If we can't afford some tricked out ,overpriced fortress,buy something sensible and affordable til we get what we want.

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I understand that.

I’m uncomfortable spending $40-$50k for a new vehicle for myself - especially given how most of them rust out up here after about 10 years.

I have a 7 year old Subaru that I tolerate driving. It’s not perfect but it is safe, reliable, and serves its purpose well. I like having a vehicle that isn’t too nice to leave in a parking garage overnight or worry about door dings or salt spray. I have the necessary tools to change the light bulbs and adjust the brakes if needed. It can tow a small trailer and it’s great in the snow. When it becomes too unreliable to keep around, I’ll either get another one just like it or a mid sized/small pickup like a Nissan Frontier or Chevy Colorado (whatever is on sale at the time).

My wife has a nicer, more expensive car than me. Her commute is about 3 miles, so I shouldn’t have to replace that one for a long time.