Two people mentioned a Volvo. I was thinking of raiding my savings and thinking of a new Mazda CX30, CX5, or new Subaru Crosstrek. A new Volvo is beyond what I am willing to pay. I thought about a Ford Escape but I am reading mixed reviews. I would welcome any suggestions.
I will likely not buy a vehicle until February. The longer I wait the better I should be.
In Alberta you have up to two years from the date of loss to sue the other party for bodily injury. That will be happening sometime in 2025.
I had an accomplishment today. I have been on an exercise bike in physiotherapy and today was the first time I have been able to pedal in a sustained cycle. I could almost move the pedals in a complete rotation before. I managed to do it a few times in a row several times today. Unfortunately my legs did not appreciate that milestone and I am suffering with some pain. Onward.
More than likely, the Volvo's assembled in Berkeley County, SC, just north of Charleston. Huge 20+ sq mi complex.
ReplyDeleteI’m liking the Subie BW… What’re the price points on them? Does Honda have one in that class? The CRV…?
ReplyDeleteSubaru Crosstrek base model is listed at one of the Edmonton dealerships listed online for less than $34K.
DeleteAs much as it hurts, doing a sustained cycle (or more) on a bike in rehab is a milestone accomplishment! It was a mental/physical break through for me. I have been silently following your recovery journey and am very pleased for you. You've come a long way...Well Done!
ReplyDeleteThank you.
DeleteAt times this has been a bit of an emotional roller coaster. I really thought that I would never be able to do a sustained cycle on the bike. It has been too damn hard. Then one day it happened.
You are right. It is a breakthrough. It felt damn good knowing I could do it and that I will be able to do more.
Subaru should be on the top of your list. We have a 2014 purchased new. The all wheel drive makes for great handling in the worst conditions. Twenty plus mileage doesn't put a huge dent in the wallet. Low maintenance as well.
ReplyDeleteThanks. I have been leaning that way.
Deletesecond for the Subaru. The outback is only a few more dollars than the crosstrek and is a LOT more car for the money.
DeleteThe sticker prices on cars these days is outlandish so I don't envy you the search. Take your time and do lots of research.
ReplyDelete(ps - glad to hear you're contemplating suing...you did nothing wrong so their insurance should pay up).
Volvo = Geely = Communist Chinese.
ReplyDeleteCX-30 is a very nice compact SUV.
Progress!!!
ReplyDeleteSubaru probably as Mazda are wonderful but have had in some years a propensity for rust. However, you need to try getting in and out of whatever you plan on buying. That's going to be a factor for you for a while. I might buy something I wanted less if it didn't make me wince climbing out of it
ReplyDeleteDo the research on getting a good lawyer. Affording a Volvo won't be an issue.
ReplyDeleteGood to hear of your continuing progress. As far as suing goes, I don't think there is enough money to pay for what you have been through. Two of my friends have Subaru Outbacks and like them.
ReplyDeleteGlad to hear about continued improvements! I second the comment about practice getting in and out of whatever you get... How easy does the seat move back, etc...
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