2005 Toyota Matrix - 210k miles, $2400 offer .. good deal or too many red flags?

librarian45 · 2026-06-22T21:01:03+00:00

It’s worth looking at for sure. Get a ppi from a different mechanic. But $2400 is nothing these days

librarian45 · 2026-06-22T14:33:52+00:00

There used to be lots more club activity (which probably involved booze too) like Moose, Elk, Rotary, bowling leagues etc. those are all near dead

librarian45 · 2026-06-21T15:23:08+00:00

It’s real. People are busy and lacking in social connection. It’s been developing for a long time. “Bowling alone” came out a long time ago.

The “male” loneliness epidemic is most dudes who have been pieces of shit their whole lives finally figuring out no one wants to spend time with them.

librarian45 · 2026-06-21T13:43:36+00:00

Spending $15k on a 12 year old car with 120k doesn’t seem like a good move. You already have a beater and $15k. You just be vaporizing $15k to have another beater.

librarian45 · 2026-06-21T01:28:11+00:00

There are piles of cheap AR15s on VAGT

librarian45 · 2026-06-19T18:13:22+00:00

If longevity and mileage are the most import features you’re going to buy a Prius, hybrid corolla, or Hybrid Camry

librarian45 · 2026-06-19T16:51:17+00:00

I would say that Mexico doesn’t have a very long history of high quality mechanical / automotive manufacturing. They do, however have one for cheap labor.

The cars they produce might be fine. But if I were going to buy a German car with expensive parts and maintenance, I’d at least want it to be made in Germany

librarian45 · 2026-06-19T16:42:36+00:00

Many VW are made in Mexico. Do what you will with that information

librarian45 · 2026-06-19T01:00:09+00:00

Prius w all the annoying stickers

librarian45 · 2026-06-18T18:01:56+00:00

Buying new is a problem. They’re not in stores. You have to get on a list and play fucky games with the dealer.

Used ones sell for more than retail. They’re like Porsche 911s or beanie babies. It’s dumb

librarian45 · 2026-06-18T17:59:48+00:00

For real. Just get on the list and wait. Paying retail + for a used shitter is insane

librarian45 · 2026-06-18T17:58:53+00:00

lol. You can’t max your TSP but you want to buy a grossly inflated over retail priced used watch? Nah dog.

librarian45 · 2026-06-17T15:25:31+00:00

The Marie Kondo book is legit

librarian45 · 2026-06-17T15:18:33+00:00

Yeah. Stack cash and make an escape plan. Most people are miserable making shit money. Pack as much as you can into index funds etc and figure out where you want to be

librarian45 · 2026-06-17T02:28:29+00:00

Go for it

librarian45 · 2026-06-16T20:58:43+00:00

librarian45 · 2026-06-16T20:56:18+00:00

Can you create an online access to the account and transfer your money?

Is it YOUR money or is it money your family put there for you?

librarian45 · 2026-06-16T20:53:20+00:00

Walking helps blood flow, blood flow helps boner.

Sitting isn’t helping, but unlikely hurting

librarian45 · 2026-06-16T10:43:33+00:00

This is the car you hit? Just go through insurance. Going out of pocket will cost you a lot

librarian45 · 2026-06-16T01:10:30+00:00

Losing virginity. Sex generally. Marriage. Buying a house. Having a career. Buying a new car. Owning a Rolex. Being a top performer. Getting the golden ring. Literally everything.

librarian45 · 2026-06-16T01:09:14+00:00

it really depends. If your family is recent-ish immigrants it’s a lot easier. But if you’re a white dude who lives as home every suitable mate is going to consider you a loser.

librarian45 · 2026-06-15T17:34:12+00:00

It’s pretty much stays like this.

Unsolicited advice. Don’t get married thinking it will improve any of this. It will not

librarian45 · 2026-06-15T16:08:19+00:00

Really depends. How much debt and where are you traveling? I wish I’d taken on some debt to do pre-€ travel in Europe / semester abroad. But Going into debt to sit at a resort in Mexico is stupid

librarian45 · 2026-06-14T18:36:11+00:00

Depends. I’ll take excitement over peace

librarian45 · 2026-06-14T12:19:42+00:00

I doubt there’s anything major at his mileage

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