Colchin Automotive and Diesel

The Osmun’s are a four-car family. Daughter logs some 2,000 miles a month in a 2009 Malibu, commuting between her Lakewood and Windsor clinics, running errands, and having some fun. Husband leaves the house mornings, lunch box in tow, for a four-mile commute in his prized 2004 F150. As for me? I’m wife, mother, caregiver of elderly mom and hyper Sheltie, and designated family “go-fer.” This happens when you retire and start staying home! I rarely log over 15 miles on any one given day in my 2002 Buick Century, though some days l’d…

It’s quite simple if you reduce it to basic decision making, so here’s how to do it: There are only a few criteria that need to be looked at when making the decision to fix or replace your vehicle. Financial – the $ facts. Practical – Does it meet your needs? Emotional side – Do you like the vehicle? Each one of these categories can be broken down into decision-influencing criteria. Some are facts that you and I cannot change and some only you can answer. Below is a very abbreviated guide. Know the numbers: Know what it will cost to maintain and operate your vehicle annually.…