Hi All
I have been following the interesting threads here since recently joining, and I thought I would say hi to introduce myself.
I have a chequered car history, and in the early day's lot of experience of driving 'sheds' over the years (I can laugh now!)
Definitely, the worst was a Peugeot estate previously owned by a farmer to transport his sheep. The dented exterior complemented by the very natural smelling interior, and the sticker "Put British Pork On Your fork" which used to make our friends laugh at the vegetarian driving it.
How could I forget my gold Metro held together by welding upon welding but driven until it died a natural death. Then came the mint green Toyota Corolla (named Trebor) although I have to admit I did actually quite like this one. However, I used to dread it when my (now husband) would say to me "I found us a new car"
I have also had many experiences, as you might expect given the above, of riding with rescue vehicles. I remember vividly a very long trip home to London from Wales travelling in the cab with a newborn and a two-year-old. I really know how to have fun! Now I opt for safe, comfortable, and reliable. For the last seven years, we've owned a 2008 Mercedes E220 ( it just keeps going!) to transport our three animals, sorry, I meant kids around . In fact, after one snack filled trip in the family car, the Peugeot was probably cleaner! I dream of the day I will buy myself a Maserati Quattroporte, although I'm not sure if that ticks the reliable box!
I look forward to learning from all of you experts and will help all I can to answer any questions you have on buying and selling cars using Facebook and Instagram. From what I have seen, in general, there does not seem to be a lot of love for Autotrader. Do you see a day where you don't have to use Autotrader?
