I have a new car !

Like a couple of other friends and co-workers (Jolene and Karl), I have purchased a new car.

After spending months lusting after the Toyota Prius, and doing weeks of research. I test drove one at Toyota of Santa Cruz on Friday, Feb. 23, but luckily my lovely wife had me come home instead of staying there.

More research ensued. Much more. I trolled Prius Chat, PriusOnline, and other sites. I spoke to three other people who I know that already owned a Prius. I counted them as I passed through my daily commute. I studied Car Buying Tips and Edmonds and Yahoo Autos. I checked into buying a used one vs. a new one.

I even did some chores around the house to build wife faction (Our living room has a fresh coat of paint and soon our laundry room cabinets will be installed.)


I ended up buying a new 2007 Prius Touring Edition in Super White from Fremont Toyota. It is pretty much the loaded version. It has the navigation system and leather seats (real ones, not the "leather trimmed") ones. Kris Mang is the internet broker at the dealer and he was straight forward and helpful.

Thanks to all involved, especially my lovely, and loving, wife Shawn. You're next baby!

[Stock photo... Mine is different...]