When you need to get another car,

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6. I've had old and new. Some cars I've had 20 years old in pretty much mint condition. My cars

now are over 10 years and in exceptionally good condition. I prefer to buy quality used cars that have had good care. I gauge which cars are of interest by their reliability reports. It also depends on how much mileage one puts on a car.

I don't drive as much now as I once did commuting a long distance. If I were still doing that I would buy a new car with high gas mileage and a good reliability report.

All in all, I keep my cars in good condition, some maintenance here and there prevents, often, large problems down the road. I also do some of the maintenance myself and also have a very good independent mechanic I visit from time to time.

One of my cars is a cream puff Lincoln. It's amazing one can buy a really quality car at a fraction of the cost new.