That Was One Really Nice $540 Wedding Anniversary Present

Yesterday, we were planning on going out for a boat cruise, but, when I turned the key in the family buggy, a 2003 Malibu, there was nothing. It would turn over, but nothing beyond that.

We called our Chevy dealer, Ray Chevrolet in Fox lake, Illinois, and they arranged a tow. We'd had this problem two times before with the anti-theft system. When the keys would be rekeyed, we would be on our way.

We found out that the problem was with a defect in the anti-theft system and it was replaced at a cost of $540, not counting the tow. A few months ago we also had to spend $900 on engine repairs.

At $1440, perhaps it is time for a new car. Liz likes the Malinu. I like that as well, but also like the Chevy Camaro and Ford Mustang. I'd also like a Denny Corvette but know I can't afford one.

Liz says that with the last three I am going through the middle age jitters, but, hey, I really like those cars.

Generally, when I have to start spending that kind of money to repair a vehicle, it is time for a new one.

The '03 has 94,000 miles on it.

Well, at least we got a "free" car wash out of the deal, or was it a $540 car wash? Only time will tell.

Let's See What happens. --RoadDog