In this era of convenience, owning a favorite car seems to be just a touch of a fingertip, and the popularity of loan car purchase has made the dream a reality. However, as the ancients said, "It is easy to buy a car, but it is difficult to maintain a car", and this lesson has been profoundly reflected in Mr. Li's story. On a whim, he took out a loan to buy a Toyota Camry, but just one month later, his remorse was overflowing: "After driving for a month, I felt that my brain was in water!" ”
Mr. Li, a newcomer to the workplace, has a stable monthly salary of about 10,000 yuan, but the inconvenience of commuting every day made him have the idea of buying a car. On the recommendation of a friend, he met the Toyota Camry unexpectedly, and at the first sight, the Camry instantly captured his heart with its elegant figure.
The smooth lines of the front face are like the artist's meticulously carved masterpieces, the side of the body shows a dynamic beauty, and the rear part is simple and atmospheric, and every detail reveals the ingenuity of the designer. Compared to the Volkswagen Passat or Honda Accord in the same class, the Camry is more youthful and energetic in appearance and has a distinct personality.
However, there is often an unknown price hidden behind beauty. Although the Camry is known for its fuel economy in the industry, in actual driving, Mr. Li found that its fuel consumption per 100 kilometers is still maintained at more than 7 liters, and the monthly fuel cost easily exceeds 1,000 yuan. Add to that the high cost of parking in the city – an average of six or seven hundred yuan a month, and the necessary expenses for regular maintenance, which add up to make what seems like a reasonable car purchase decision heavy. Mr. Li smiled bitterly: "I thought I could leave some pocket money for myself, but now it seems that those are just fantasies." ”
The Camry's performance in handling and comfort is impeccable, with a light press on the accelerator and an immediate feeling of pushing back that makes people's blood rush, while the interior space and soft seats make you feel like you are in the living room of your home, and every trip becomes a pleasure. Friends are also full of praise for its stylish appearance, indeed, driving such a car out, the face project is enough. But all this, in the face of real economic pressure, seems a little weak.
"The joy of buying a car is more like an impulsive punishment in retrospect." Mr. Li sighed. The monthly loan repayment of 3,919 yuan, coupled with the cost of maintaining a car, almost exhausted his income, and the mortgage overwhelmed him. The once coveted car has now become a sweet burden. "I started to seriously consider whether I should sell it or not, after all, the quality of life shouldn't be compromised by a car."
Mr. Lee's experience is undoubtedly a cautionary tale for all potential car buyers. Before pressing the loan application button, we should probably consider our own financial situation more carefully and evaluate the long-term cost of maintaining a car. After all, the original intention of buying a car is to improve the quality of life, not to make life difficult. Buying a car should be a deliberate decision, not an impulsive one.