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Hybrid or full electric?

Hybrid or full electric?  The annual MOT test has just been completed at the main Lexus dealer and I got into a rather interesting conversation with one of the car service staff.  Warning-this is such a nerdy post! Continue reading “Hybrid or full electric?”

Author dougPosted on 26 April 2025Categories car, frugal living, motoring, personal finance6 Comments on Hybrid or full electric?

Feeling like a car dealer

Lots has been happening of late.  The garden is springing into life, demands from church and plenty of “tyre kicking” going on. Yes, I’m feeling like a car dealer.  Again. Continue reading “Feeling like a car dealer”

Author dougPosted on 8 March 202510 March 2025Categories family life, motoring, personal finance2 Comments on Feeling like a car dealer

Optimum time to change my car?

Old Toyota having new tyresMy car is 16¾ years old and has just 135,000 miles on the clock.  Is it time to change?  What is the optimum time to change my car? Continue reading “Optimum time to change my car?”

Author dougPosted on 4 October 202310 March 2025Categories frugal living, motoring2 Comments on Optimum time to change my car?

Reasons to never buy a vintage car

I have advised Rachel to have me sectioned if I ever invest in an ancient vehicle. There must be a zillion reasons why you should never buy a vintage car, especially if it needs some restoration. Continue reading “Reasons to never buy a vintage car”

Author dougPosted on 29 September 202210 March 2025Categories family life, frugal living, motoring, personal finance3 Comments on Reasons to never buy a vintage car

My cars, miles and mishaps in numbers

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A few days ago I realised it was exactly 42 years since I passed my driving test, some say the roads have never been the same since.  Here are the cars, mishaps and highlights of my motoring. Continue reading “My cars, miles and mishaps in numbers”

Author dougPosted on 5 April 202210 March 2025Categories frugal living, motoring1 Comment on My cars, miles and mishaps in numbers

More car chit chat

Following on from a recent car chit chat post, I just wanted to add a few more things.  This includes friends doing their “bit for the planet” and buying new electric cars and also whether it is more cost effective to buy E5 petrol. Continue reading “More car chit chat”

Author dougPosted on 13 January 202210 March 2025Categories frugal living, motoring2 Comments on More car chit chat

Car chit chat

Our 14 year old Toyota Avensis has been a star!   Also I eavesdrop on a conversation in the Toyota garage and muse about running costs. Continue reading “Car chit chat”

Author dougPosted on 10 January 202210 March 2025Categories frugal living, motoring, personal finance2 Comments on Car chit chat

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