Week One - My Diary Of The Ls430

[eekamaouse]

This is my diary on the LS430 that I purchased on 25/10/13

On an autumnal day in late October 2013, I am carless.

After writting off my SAAB 9-3 a couple of weeks prior, my wife has contacted me on my mobile that the insurance mafia have arrived to take my slightly damaged car to its grave.

I am heading towards Derby by rail - over 100 miles away on a gamble that a car will be purchased. On arrival at the car trader, the first thing I see is the immaculate deep dark green (almost black) LS430 that has been advertised on the Autotrader.

The test drive is convincing, and I buy the 13 year old car at £3490, with 160,000 miles on the clock, FLSH, mint exterior and interior.....thinking this is either the best or worst decision.

My Drive Back

I don't want it to end - what a car. So stress-free, that I am even ready to make peace with my enemies. The in-car music has clarity, and of course is unaffected due to the silent ride.

My First Few Days

I hate shopping trips....but if it means driving the LS430 then lets go!

I hate getting up early for work..... but if it means driving the LS430, then no problem!

Ok, early days yet, and it may become a money pit if something goes wrong.....but sometimes you have to let heart rule over head.

It has been a good few days.

(This diary will be updated)

[jpjsavage]

Congratulations on your new car! I've had my LS400 for over a year now and still love driving it. Off to Birmingham today - fab! Then the longest journey I will have ever done in it (Cheshire to Cambridge and back) on Monday. Looking forward to it.