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Saturday November 10, 2007

Introducing the Cadillac named Snow White

Diamond White Today I completed something I've been hoping to do for a couple months now - I bought a new car! I started looking a few weeks ago and today I let Janet the Used Car Sales Lady talk me into buying a 2004 Cadillac Escalade. I was planning on buying a used Yukon, but took a fully-loaded one for a test-drive this morning and found it to be sluggish and kind of a rough ride. Since I like the look of the Escalade, I decided to test-drive one of those this afternoon. 2 hours later, I'd made a screaming deal that I couldn't pass up. I wanted the shorter SUV, but ended up with the longer one. Oh well, I went from a car to an SUV to get more room so I don't feel too bad.

The main reason I wanted to get an SUV (and a big one at that) was because I've found my Honda Accord to be too small to cart the kids around in. While it works, it's tough to pack any sort of gear (bikes, skis, etc.) with us. I know, I could have boughten a roof rack and taken my 12" subs out of the trunk to free up some room, but I was ready for a truck. After the Blizzard of 2006, I didn't want to get snowed in for days at a time. Also, the kids and I got Winter Park/Copper Ski passes so I want to be able to take them skiing a lot this winter.

Disclaimer: I realize this is about the least green thing I could do and I'm not helping the environment at all. My only justification is 1) I had a very low carbon footprint the first 16 years of my life growing up at the cabin with no electricity or running water and 2) I don't really drive a whole lot. I averaged around 7,000 miles a year on my Honda - having only 36,000 miles after 5 years. With this one, I'll probably drive it a fair bit this winter and hardly drive it at all next summer and beyond. By then, hopefully the Bus is done and I can cruise around town in the sweetest ride I've ever owned.

As for the name "Snow White" - that was Abbie's idea. We'll see if it sticks.

Update: I forgot to mention one of my favorite features - a direct iPod hookup. I can navigate playlists from the stereo in the car. The display is only limited to 8 characters, but it's a lot better than broadcasting over FM.

Posted in General at Nov 10 2007, 10:34:06 PM MST 9 Comments
Comments:

You're a tool for making the disclaimer.

Posted by 64.15.105.162 on November 12, 2007 at 07:41 PM MST #

I'd expect nothing less from you Country Bri. ;-)

Posted by Matt Raible on November 12, 2007 at 07:49 PM MST #

Thanks for pointing out to my that I mistakenly made that post anonymously. Let me clarify, that it was me, Country Bry (at least use the 'y' would ya?) calling you, Fitz, a tool.

Posted by Bryan on November 12, 2007 at 08:06 PM MST #

Congrats! You will enjoy it. Don't be intimidated by those who use double speak of carbon footprint et.al. You've earned it - by working for it. You and your children will be safe when in the vehicle. Good luck.

Posted by Greg Bloodworth on November 12, 2007 at 09:33 PM MST #

They may be safe in the vehicle, but what about in 30 years time?

Posted by Ben on November 14, 2007 at 03:18 PM MST #

@Ben: ...in 30 years time they'll be driving Matt!

Posted by Adrian on November 15, 2007 at 01:37 PM MST #

We'll let this slide as long as you recycle it when the VW Bus refurbish is complete. Are those snow tires?

Posted by BoJo on November 23, 2007 at 08:35 PM MST #

Hey Matt - Bitchin ride... You need to pimp out the wheels a bit more IMHO. Don't forget to stick that ribbon though... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KmsOIjzQ1V8

Posted by Frenchy on November 28, 2007 at 02:54 PM MST #

its tasteful and yes,safe, as far as SUV's go. and 7000 miles isn't so bad (in a honda that is) ;)....have to give you a little shit, my friend!

Posted by yoyo on December 14, 2007 at 08:27 AM MST #

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