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bjarvis ([personal profile] bjarvis) wrote2006-03-23 09:42 am
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Minivan Update

Kent had already done his research on what model of minivan he wanted to replace the stolen one which was returned to us but declared totalled by the insurance company. His furry heart was set on a 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan with power windows & doors, fold-away rear seats, etc.. And last night, we went shopping, returning to the dealership from which he purchased the late minivan because they treated us well the last time.

The dealer again treated us very well, answered all questions directly, let us poke & prod a Grand Caravan that was on the premises, etc.. And we rewarded their attentiveness with a sale. Better yet, there was Grand Caravan which matched Kent's requirements, colour preferences, etc., at one of the dealer's other sites so we don't have to wait for factory delivery. The papers were signed last night, Kent wrote a check for $25,800 --we're financing it through our household line of equity-- and the new polished vehicle will be collected from the dealer tonight for a final check-through and test-drive. Unless there is some catastrophic flaw with this particular specimen, there will be a new vehicle in our driveway by 8 PM tonight.

Note to [livejournal.com profile] paigemom: it's "magnesium pearl" with an interior of slate grey, cloth seats.

Now he just has to finish the paperwork on the insurance claim for the old one.

[identity profile] gingy.livejournal.com 2006-03-23 03:09 pm (UTC)(link)
We always referred to a friend's T&C as "The Enterprise" for all of the bells and whistles it had. Good choice!

[identity profile] bearfaced.livejournal.com 2006-03-23 03:12 pm (UTC)(link)
That sounds excellent, in reality the theft of your previous van was probably a good thing. I am assuming that this new model will have a security system fitted so as to avoid repeat performances? Would love to see a pic when it arrives, I know you'll enjoy it.

[identity profile] bjarvis.livejournal.com 2006-03-23 04:04 pm (UTC)(link)
Yeah, the new beast comes with the "premium package" which includes a built-in security alarm, garage door remote and a tonne of other little gizmos.

Toys! Lots of toys! :-)

[identity profile] bearfaced.livejournal.com 2006-03-23 04:07 pm (UTC)(link)
Yay - more toys the better, I'm a complete gadget head.

[identity profile] cutepacub.livejournal.com 2006-03-23 03:13 pm (UTC)(link)
Wahooo....tell him Congrats. Guess you'll have to get a new picture for your icon now.

[identity profile] bjarvis.livejournal.com 2006-03-23 04:04 pm (UTC)(link)
Yup, I'll have to take some photos this weekend.

[identity profile] paigemom.livejournal.com 2006-03-23 03:13 pm (UTC)(link)
Oh, no, he went for the beige!!!!!!!!

Oh well, at least it's not blue. Again.

[identity profile] madknits.livejournal.com 2006-03-23 03:15 pm (UTC)(link)
But beige is so tasteful!

[identity profile] madknits.livejournal.com 2006-03-23 03:30 pm (UTC)(link)
Well, I didn't want to be the one to say it, but yes, it's tasteful and it's boring.

In Columbia, MD, there is a list of five or six colours you can paint your house, and one of them has been dubbed "Tasteful Columbia Beige" by a friend of mine who used to live there.

[identity profile] paigemom.livejournal.com 2006-03-23 05:17 pm (UTC)(link)
I've been through there several times (when I used to live nearby).

Your friend is right.

[identity profile] madknits.livejournal.com 2006-03-23 05:21 pm (UTC)(link)
Where did you live?
I lived in Greenbelt, the other planned community.
My friend was the DRE at the UU church in Columbia.

[identity profile] paigemom.livejournal.com 2006-03-23 08:04 pm (UTC)(link)
Silver Spring (with our host, here)
Takoma Park
Laurel
Bel Air

[identity profile] bjarvis.livejournal.com 2006-03-23 04:05 pm (UTC)(link)
It's not beige... it's more an interesting irridescent charcoal with undertones of green or teal, depending on the lighting. Hopefully a few photos will capture the colour better than my words.

[identity profile] paigemom.livejournal.com 2006-03-23 05:17 pm (UTC)(link)
Oh. Okay.

Never mind.

[identity profile] ciddyguy.livejournal.com 2006-03-23 03:21 pm (UTC)(link)
I would want mine in that bright red if I were to get one (assuming it's still available). :-)

I did like that teal they had at that time though.



[identity profile] bjarvis.livejournal.com 2006-03-23 04:08 pm (UTC)(link)
The dealer we were visiting showed us the Caravans they had on various affiliated lots... the white, silver and midnight blue vans were overstocked, indicating they weren't big sellers. The "magnesium pearl" we wanted seemed popular, as did "atlantic blue" and "inferno red."

Our late minivan was "island teal."

[identity profile] madknits.livejournal.com 2006-03-23 04:27 pm (UTC)(link)
Inferno Red.

Reminds me of home.

Bwahahahahahahaha!

[identity profile] rsc.livejournal.com 2006-03-23 05:19 pm (UTC)(link)
Inferno Red...Reminds me of home.

Present or future?

[identity profile] madknits.livejournal.com 2006-03-23 05:21 pm (UTC)(link)
Both!

[identity profile] bjarvis.livejournal.com 2006-03-23 06:07 pm (UTC)(link)
I thought that would be "whore red." :-)

[identity profile] madknits.livejournal.com 2006-03-23 06:23 pm (UTC)(link)
Sheesh! For the last time, I'm a slut, not a whore.
I've never charged for it in my life.

Though at the rate I'm going, I'll be a virgin againg in no time.

LOL

[identity profile] bjarvis.livejournal.com 2006-03-23 07:06 pm (UTC)(link)
"Ask about our frequent flyer program!"

[identity profile] madknits.livejournal.com 2006-03-23 07:13 pm (UTC)(link)
Gosh! Tell me all about your frequent flyer programme! How can I enroll???
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[personal profile] urbear 2006-03-23 05:16 pm (UTC)(link)
Mazel tov. So you're going to wait eight days, then clip a little bit off the end of the tailpipe?

[identity profile] bjarvis.livejournal.com 2006-03-23 06:06 pm (UTC)(link)
No plans. :-) Being occasionally driven by me would be torture enough for any new vehicle.

[identity profile] paigemom.livejournal.com 2006-03-23 05:18 pm (UTC)(link)
Guess you're gonna need to change your icon now.

[identity profile] bjarvis.livejournal.com 2006-03-23 06:07 pm (UTC)(link)
Photos will be forthcoming asap.