So, I had to take the "new" car in for oil already because I drive A LOT!
Anyway, it only needs one rear strut, sway bar bushings (both of which can wait) and a drive belt (the thing that makes the power steering etc work). That last one I think is important so I booked it. Parts AND labor estimated at 150$. That is a cheap repair so yep. Doing that.
Part of the joy of an old Honda is the cheap repairs.
Then, I went ahead and checked regional craigslist for Elements with similar mileage. Turns out, I pad about the going rate for an element with 100k or fewer miles. Good! It's over bluebook but bluebook is moot with the current market.
So, I didn't overpay as much as I thought. Just paid more than I wanted to for "a car".
That said, I get a HUGE kick out of driving it. It's like being a keystone cop or in a classic looney toons. Zippy but also a tad tippy.
