Looks like I might be retiring my 2007 Tundra EDIT: $7K for all needed repairs on the Tundra. Under 100k miles. Not all repairs must be done immediately, but all probably within a year.
I’m just starting the search. I want used, probably certified, good fuel economy, all weather handling ability, and decent cargo space. I like a lot of room in the cabin (I’ve been using Suburu station wagons recently, and they are very cramped). I also will not tolerate digital surveillance, or subscription-only access to physically installed hardware. And I too, come from the Tom Paris school of wanting physical buttons dials and switches for everything (the displays in the suburus are blinding at night, even the speedometer! (and I do NOT need to know my fuel economy from second to second, Suburu - How could you possibly thing flashing that in my face with a bright light is useful in any way?!)))
That’s definitely an valid option. It’s a 2007? That car definitely got it years in. If you can do it, get yourself something new (to you), and treat yourself to the modern comfort of cars. If you do a lot of highway travel, a good adaptive cruise control more than makes up for the stupid tablet controls.
Us internet folks just don’t want you getting overcharged by whatever mechanic you’re at. If I had to drop 7k for repairs for a 17 year old car, I’d be looking for a new car too.