Car Talk

I posted on Facebook a blurb about minican problems and got the most comments ever–for me, anyway. I never realized it would resonate so much with folks.

We are a two-minivan family. The first is a 2000 Ford Windstar, which has been a pretty good car, all things considered. Two years ago my car was getting pretty sad, so we looked for a replacement for me. Finally settled on a Town & Country. It was used, but maxed out, and is a pretty sweet ride. Seriously.

Somehow Marjorie ended up as the primary driver for that one, and I inherited the Windstar. To my shame, I’ve been neglecting it. I change the oil, but ignore other small problems. Part of it is the inconvenience of sending it into the shop. Much of it is my intrinsic aversion to spending money.

The small problems became big problems and it is in the shop to the tune of five C’s. It may approach a full grand by the time the mechanic is through with it. We flirted yesterday with buying a replacement vehicle, but were depressed with the prices. Car dealers are not as desperate as they make themselves appear. Who knew?

So I am turning over a new leaf, determined not to ignore the maintenance items like I have been. My van will rise again!

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