Yesterday I spent my day (literally) at a car dealership. But let me back up and tell you how I ended up there....
I have always loved SUVs. More specifically - I have a love for the Chevy Tahoe. While I didn't get one for my first (or second) car, I was aggressive in paying off my Jeep Cherokee and bought my first Tahoe in 2001. Meet Blanche... White on the outside, Cookie Monster blue on the outside and a fabulous car.
Then in 2007, it was time to trade her in and I got Tanner. Seriously, being tan inside and out - there was just no other name that would fit.
Well, Tanner has been getting "temperamental" over the past few months. My mirrors would move by themselves, my radio would change stations or completely off, and 4 wheel drive would engage and disengage on its own. But then came the doozy. Last week, while on the highway, my fabulous, fabulous vehicle decided to play with my seat. Being a short girl - my seat is up almost as far as Chevy will allow. While motoring through rush hour traffic, my seat decided to move ALL the way back and lay ALL the way down. And because Chevy has the seat belt ON the seat instead of along the outside perimeter of the car - I found myself quickly drifting away from the steering wheel.
I'm fine! No one got hurt! I was completely freaked out though...and it was the straw the broke the Tahoe's back.
So I asked my dad to come with me to look at a new vehicle. And by "new", I mean "used" - just new to me! This was just supposed to be a "looking" field trip. No buying!! But, I found myself test driving a pretty new Tahoe within 20 minutes of arriving on the lot. Then, waiting hours (no lie) as they crunched number, determined the trade in value of my car, did my bank loan, detailed my car, etc. But when all was said and done - I drove my car off the lot last night.
This sucker is LOADED!
- Touch screen navigation and radio
- A camera so I don't run over anything when I reverse
- Remote start (not ground breaking - but so exciting for this New England girl!)
- Heated rear seat (again, not ground breaking - but fun for my passengers)
- Running boards the fold away when they aren't needed.
Now she/he needs a name. Ideas? Do any of you name your vehicles?
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I recently did the same thing! http://whathollyhasseen.blogspot.com/2011/02/saying-good-bye-and-hello.html
ReplyDeleteI'm slightly jealous!! I have always wanted a Tahoe. I love my Trailblazer, but I really want a Tahoe. :) Enjoy your "new" car!
ReplyDeleteVery nice! I don't have any good names but you will LOVE the remote start! It's the best thing ever invented! I will never have another car without it!
ReplyDeleteNiiiice Tahoe, girly! I'm glad you're ok though - I'm short too and would've been scared sh*tless if that had happened to me!
ReplyDeleteI can't think of any good names right now but I'll get back to you if I think of any! ;)
Holy cow! That is one nice ride!! Congratulations!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on the new vehicle! I'm not great with car names I guess. I just call mine "Little Blue Buggie."
ReplyDeleteCool ride! Have fun driving. What a relief that no one was hurt with the seat issue in Tanner. Scary!
ReplyDeleteHow about Quiet Storm?
Love it! So glad you picked something you love! As far as a name, I'm lost! Good luck!
ReplyDeleteShe is beautiful! She definitely needs a warm name since she has heated seats both front and back, have a great time with her!
ReplyDeleteNice! Although, I'm not sure why, but I don't think I ever would have guessed you drive a Tahoe!
ReplyDeleteNice! Ya gotta love getting a new ride! I haven't named my cars but only because I'm terrible at coming up with clever names. So, I'm no help in that department. I did however, name my GPS. We call her Norma Jean! :)
ReplyDeleteCongrats on the new car!!!! Hmmm... a name... is it blue? How about Big Blue
ReplyDeletewowie!!! that is one hot ride girly!! ;) i am loving it!
ReplyDeletei love tahoes! i got lucky and got one as my first car when i was 17. my parents actually still have it is the crazy thing!!
I've always wanted to name my vehicle but never seem to find the right name for them. I love the idea of a remote start - I hope my next car is loaded with all those fun things!
ReplyDeleteSweet car Cole! With this you would not worry about the seats, mirror and its advance stereo. And above it all, you're safe while you're on the road. Just don't be reckless.
ReplyDeleteNICEEE! Congrats on the new wheels!
ReplyDeleteSo, what was the name of your car? Does it rhyme with Tahoe? Anyway, giving them a name is a good move. Aside from that personal touch you kinda develop a sort of personal responsibility to the car. Kind of like a pet to take care of.
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