Missing the Paigow (et al.) [sniff]

[bilmore]

Originally posted by ABBAKiss
The car wouldn't start again today. I am thinking perhaps I should just buy a new one? The one I have is a 1999 Neon that has been, um, in a few skirmishes. It looks sort of like modern art due to multiple accidents, side swiping of various posts and poles (no Swedes), and the fact that I back into the building behind my off-street parking everytime I get in the car. The bumper has a "textured" appearance because that building is stucco, and it is hanging diagonally off the car. The sunroof no longer closes (thanks Mr. Kiss!) and the windshield wipers don't work. Also, the right turn signal has not worked since 2002-2003. The tires, which are new as of a year ago, are probably worth more than the car. Hell, the residual pot left over from Mr. Kiss is probably worth more than the car.

Gratutious edit: However, until recently the car was "free" and it costs about 12 cents per year to insure it. Because I am a "good driver" according to my insurance company. I also don't smoke. So basically this is a story about how dumb my insurance company is.

Geeze. You're a highly paid professional. You can afford a car. Go buy a Mini Cooper - it sounds like it would fit your requirements exactly.