Talked to Professor Richard Gaillardetz today... he said my story on the Papal Encyclical (see previous entry) had more insight than the national Catholic news magazines... But of course, I had good sources! (Professor Gaillardetz for one, Father Jim Bacik for another.)
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I'm sad to report that my beloved Saab 900 has probably developed a teminal case of transmission problems. As much as I love that car, I don't think I can justify the cost of putting in a new transmission. I have to sleep on it a little more but it's looking bad for my precious little Edwardian Gray Swedish gem. I've had it for only 3 years but it's been a joy to own. I have to think about buying another one, though. They are amazing machines but the parts and repairs are so outrageously expensive. It's hard to find a good mechanic who can handle their unique design.
Toledo, Ohio
Dec. 13, 2007
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You ought to go Toyota, Honda or Nissan if you want to keep your mind on things other than your car. I drove a 1983 Nissan Sentra for 120,000 mi without more than brakes, battery, and muffler repairs. I'm now on my 1994 Sentra with similar repair history. Our 1998 Nissan Alitma turned 155,000 mi with those 3 repairs plus an alternator.
Posted by mud_rake | December 16, 2007 2:24 PM
Posted on December 16, 2007 14:24