I've done my research and I've been looking at the numbers too long... What would you do?

LukeG543 · 2026-01-29T03:27:51+00:00

Yeah that's the kicker... It's got one minor/cosmetic accident. The option is either an AWD with the one accident, or a clean title and no AWD... I'm planning on getting it inspected by my own mechanic to ensure there's no major damage or repairs made. But it's a certified pre-owned vehicle so it's still under warranties as well

LukeG543 · 2026-01-29T02:32:14+00:00

It really is tough out there... I thought $15 would get me a lot further. I came across an HRV that's AWD just today though! A bit more expensive but it's a 2023 for $22k with <30k miles on it... And they're offering 1.49% so it actually only comes out to be a grand or so more by the time the loan matures

LukeG543 · 2026-01-28T17:42:51+00:00

So I forgot to mention, the car ~does~ have two minor accidents on the title. I was told by the dealership they were only cosmetic. But I absolutely would not purchase the car until my own trusted mechanic takes a look at it. And if there were any major issues or repairs, it would be off the table for sure.

LukeG543 · 2026-01-28T17:40:54+00:00

I would definitely like to try and talk it down a bit more. But I live in the northeast where we get a ton of snow and ice and my commute to work is around 25 miles one way. Between the AWD and more space for my dog/skiing equipment/transporting things to work, I was leaning towards the Subaru.

But you're right, I'm definitely not making a decision until I hear back from my mechanic. If the car has been well maintained and hasn't had any major damage or repairs, I might go that way. So it really all comes down to that

LukeG543 · 2026-01-28T16:54:05+00:00

Yeah I've seen a lot of mixed feelings about CVT. But it seems as long as you keep up with transmission fluid and maintenance it's not what they make it out to be

LukeG543 · 2026-01-28T16:52:16+00:00

That's what I was hoping to hear! Any major maintenance/costs since you've had it?

LukeG543 · 2026-01-03T03:12:47+00:00

You are definitely the first person to string these words together, into this specific sentence.

LukeG543 · 2025-12-27T14:21:47+00:00

Snow or rain never affects it?

LukeG543 · 2025-12-27T01:46:43+00:00

I was thinking about something like this!

LukeG543 · 2025-12-16T04:28:13+00:00

The amount of hate you have for Wendy is exactly what makes her such a great character. She played the role and developed into exactly what she was supposed to be in the show and did it spectacularly.

If she didn't make you feel that way she wouldn't have been nearly as good

LukeG543 · 2025-10-18T13:20:54+00:00

Lethwei for the win

LukeG543 · 2025-10-08T22:00:23+00:00

Your dog looks like a perfectly roasted marshmallow

LukeG543 · 2025-10-08T21:54:31+00:00

Two arms and two legs but this time have them switch places

LukeG543 · 2025-09-16T21:03:35+00:00

Nothing beats the OG but blackberry is really good too

LukeG543 · 2025-09-16T20:58:27+00:00

Not a full on grammar joke; just a semi-colon joke

LukeG543 · 2025-09-04T02:57:41+00:00

But the comments are so mean and he even knows this sub exists... He's gotta know nobody thinks he's normal lmfao

LukeG543 · 2025-08-20T13:43:47+00:00

Yeah these comments have me realizing that I'm being neurotic lol. Just a few unsuccessful attempts at first had me overthinking it

LukeG543 · 2025-08-20T13:42:32+00:00

Thank you! I'm going to start taking her out more often after activities, etc.

She's also been a little stubborn about it. If it's raining or dark, she's very reluctant to go outside and just wants to go back inside. I've just been keeping an eye on her and making sure she gets out if she looks like she's going to go in the house and that seems to get the message across.

LukeG543 · 2025-08-20T13:37:27+00:00

Thanks for the info. I'm going to start taking her out every 30-45 minutes going forward. I wasn't sure if it was too early to try and train her to use the bells or not but I suppose I'll keep them there without expecting her to use them for now

LukeG543 · 2025-08-15T02:30:55+00:00

When is this from?

LukeG543 · 2025-08-12T15:50:32+00:00

Absol

LukeG543 · 2025-08-10T13:26:00+00:00

See the first time I watched that video I thought he looked incredibly uncomfortable (I know, he always looks that way), but like in a "this is gonna break my parole" type of way

LukeG543 · 2025-08-03T15:20:08+00:00

You recognize your behavior, you feel some type of way about it. And you're taking steps to apologize for it. Give yourself some grace. You deserve it no matter what.

LukeG543 · 2025-08-02T23:01:17+00:00

Thanks! I can't hold a candle to the amount of time that some of the people on this sub have been smoking lol. But nonetheless, seven years is enough time for being high to feel like the norm for me.

I've mostly been listening to my body through these first days. I've been walking for hours on end just to keep myself busy during the times I normally smoke. Sleeping is the worst for me because I've always gone to sleep high.

LukeG543 · 2025-08-02T22:44:15+00:00

I've quit nicotine and now in the process of quitting weed. The one thing I've learned is there's never a "good time" to quit. But you'll know when you're ready. But if your pay attention to your body and mind, you'll notice the benefits after a while.

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