What a whirlwind few weeks it has been. After narrowing down my list of potential cars, figuring out a budget, researching, searching, test driving, and researching some more, I've finally found the one. To recap, I was in the market for something with more power than my TSX, more amenities, fewer miles, and possibly all-wheel drive. …
Test Drive #3: Infinity G37x
After driving an Optima and half-driving a TL, the only car left in my search was the G37x. I had planned to go with Ken this Sunday as he was looking as well, but there was a potentially perfect TL that I wanted to try and I needed to get the G37 out-of-the-way before pursuing …
Test Drive #2: Acura TL SH-AWD
My shopping experience continued today when I stepped back into my comfort zone and visited my Acura dealership to drive an Acura TL. I had originally planned to hit the Infinity dealership first, but it is an hour away so it's a bit less convenient during the week. With the Optima SX fresh in my …
Test Drive #1: Kia Optima SX
I took some time this weekend to test drive the first of my three next-car contenders. I stopped by Portsmouth Kia to test drive an Optima SX that they had on the lot. Based on my research I was equally excited and skeptical. I made sure to spend a couple of hours driving it to …
The Contenders
Last week I discussed what I was looking for in my next car. I failed to mention that I'm only looking at used or certified vehicles. I bought a new vehicle once and I don't have a need to do it again. I get more for my money that way. I'm in a bit of …
Pre-Car Shopping
It's that time of the season again! I've had my 2007 Acura TSX for three-and-a-half years now and I'm ready to start considering its successor. I bought my TSX in October of 2010 for two reasons: necessity and convenience. I had two children on the way and there was no way they were going to be …
SUV Shopping
Sally and I spent the afternoon hitting local dealerships and test driving SUVs and crossovers. It's time for Sally to replace her 2005 Focus with something new. Her Focus has done her well but it's loud, rough, and cramped, even more so with two babies on board. While we never thought we would be SUV …
Relatively Ambitious 