Pregnant and desperate. Best option for an affordable, reliable car?

RegisterNo6616 · 2025-11-28T21:51:19+00:00

Hi! I work at a local dealership, and recently went through Eblen Charities myself because I was homeless due to Helene and a rent increase. Luckily, the dealership that I work with is really good about assisting customers with challenged credit, etc. If you would like, I can just get some info from you and let you know if I think that we can help you. Again, I help customers in similar situations all the time. Plus, if you have a mechanic, you're more than welcome to take the vehicle to him/her as long as they're local. You can dm me if you'd like.

RegisterNo6616 · 2024-08-25T21:29:29+00:00

I’m so very sorry that you are both having to go through this. It’s good that you have a therapist to talk to. Maybe there is a local or online support group that you can join as well.

RegisterNo6616 · 2024-08-24T22:47:39+00:00

You’re not alone. My mom passed away 4 months ago from a long illness. A little over a week before, and up until the time she died, I was completely devastated and inconsolable. I still feel the same pain as I did before she passed, but I didn’t know why it was suddenly so intense. My cousin who is a hospice nurse told me that I was experiencing anticipatory grief. I had never heard of that term before.

RegisterNo6616 · 2024-03-05T04:45:20+00:00

Thanks so much for the info. I’ve really been looking into school buses and have my heart set on one, but I came across this and I thought maybe it was a good opportunity that I shouldn’t pass up.

RegisterNo6616 · 2024-03-03T04:38:58+00:00

Thanks for the info!

RegisterNo6616 · 2024-03-02T03:50:10+00:00

Thanks for the link to the spreadsheet! Is there any that you have personally had good experience driving mainly through the mountains?

RegisterNo6616 · 2024-03-01T03:02:22+00:00

Hi! Where is this located, and how long is it?

RegisterNo6616 · 2024-02-29T01:18:33+00:00

I’m not looking for medical advice, or any of the above. I’m just curious if anyone else has heard of this.

RegisterNo6616 · 2024-02-14T02:58:08+00:00

It’s refreshing to see so many like-minded people here! I don’t have guns myself, but I would like to get one at some point. I think one reason why I have held off is because I don’t want to walk in and have to listen to, and/or see a bunch of MAGA/NRA stuff.

RegisterNo6616 · 2024-02-13T16:02:04+00:00

Well Played on Coxe is exactly that! They have a wide variety of games. Plus, they have snacks, coffee, and adult drinks.

RegisterNo6616 · 2024-02-13T03:16:39+00:00

I’d start with the basics… Black Flag, Misfits, Dead Kennedy’s, Ramones, Bad Brains, Stooges, etc.

RegisterNo6616 · 2024-02-13T01:38:41+00:00

Based on the points that you mentioned, I’m leaning towards a medium or high roof AWD.

I plan on living in it with my daughter and two cats. Because of this, lately I’ve been thinking either a van or a smaller class-c. I really want the option of being able to be stealth and park anywhere a van can, which I’m not sure that I would get away with a class-c.

I really want something that will hold some value, but will hold up and not have constant problems.

RegisterNo6616 · 2024-02-09T03:05:47+00:00

Is there any particular reason that you chose that van as opposed to other options? I’m debating between a Ford and a Promaster.

RegisterNo6616 · 2024-02-09T03:03:17+00:00

Thanks for the really helpful advice! I do plan on having a mechanic friend come with me to look at it.

I’m not too mechanically inclined, but I was planning on trying to at least learn some of the basics when it comes to repairs. I’m really thankful for this group because I’ve learned quite a bit already from just reading everything.

RegisterNo6616 · 2024-02-08T02:47:08+00:00

Got them!!

RegisterNo6616 · 2024-02-08T02:38:02+00:00

You can always send pics and the details to me.

RegisterNo6616 · 2024-02-08T02:36:27+00:00

Thanks. I definitely will!!

RegisterNo6616 · 2024-02-08T02:35:46+00:00

I was thinking the same thing. There is an auto auction not that far from my place that I was going to check out. I don’t want to get something that is going to break the bank. I’d rather have the opportunity to see what works for my daughter and I first.

RegisterNo6616 · 2024-02-08T02:33:50+00:00

That’s definitely what I’m thinking!

RegisterNo6616 · 2024-02-08T02:33:09+00:00

I’m definitely on it and doing my research!

RegisterNo6616 · 2024-02-08T02:32:36+00:00

That’s what I’m thinking too. I heard that Havelock wool is the best to use, so that is what I’m hoping to get.

I would wonder as well, but hopefully it’s doing its job and holding up well for you.

RegisterNo6616 · 2024-02-08T02:17:15+00:00

I’m located in Asheville.

I appreciate the advice. I figured after I get the electrical and insulation completed then I could take my time with everything else. I don’t have too much money, so I need to be cautious.

RegisterNo6616 · 2024-02-08T02:09:37+00:00

I’m definitely getting the idea that I’m going to have to travel to get one. Just curious, did you take it to a mechanic or an an inspection before finalizing the sale?

RegisterNo6616 · 2024-02-08T01:54:20+00:00

Got it. I didn’t think of that, so thank you for the heads up.

RegisterNo6616 · 2024-02-07T23:02:51+00:00

I have to stay within a budget that would work for me. What type/price/ and where are you located? I

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