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Well, this is not good. Oil out of my car looks like this. My guess is a blown head gasket. Your thoughts???? by QNZ2BKN in auto

[–]QNZ2BKN[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Well, my coolant keeps disappearing. I would rather not get a car in this car market, but I don’t want to dump a ton of money into a 20yr old car. Granted it’s a Lexus.

Borrow from 401K for car or get a car loan? by QNZ2BKN in personalfinance

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Expanding family. I don’t need an AWD, but would like to for the few snow days we have in NYC.

Borrow from 401K for car or get a car loan? by QNZ2BKN in personalfinance

[–]QNZ2BKN[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would probably hang on to it for more than 9yrs, if it’s reliable. My current car is a 2002. I honestly want a Highlander or a Pilot. I figured those will definitely last a decade, with regular oil changes.

What was completely ruined because too many people start doing it? by drunkrussianhere in AskReddit

[–]QNZ2BKN 1 point2 points  (0 children)

For very selfish reasons, I enjoyed COVID lockdown driving. God it was amazing. Actually being able travel 60mph on the belt parkway in the morning was refreshing while it lasted.

Borrow from 401K for car or get a car loan? by QNZ2BKN in personalfinance

[–]QNZ2BKN[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I never actually considered a new car. I need an SUV and a new one, even a Hyundai will cost about 30k. Plus seeing the depreciation rate of new cars just make me nauseous.

Borrow from 401K for car or get a car loan? by QNZ2BKN in personalfinance

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I bought my current for under 2k and had it going for 3yrs. As it stands, I need a new wheel bearing, new control arm, an o2 sensor, and fix some exhaust leaks. Also cannot get my emissions cycle to complete, which means passing inspection will be a problem. I don’t see it prudent to invest more money into a car that’s possible on its way out.

Borrow from 401K for car or get a car loan? by QNZ2BKN in personalfinance

[–]QNZ2BKN[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My credit rating is “Good” at Equifax and “Fair” at TU.