I went car shopping yesterday. I’ve been looking at Carmax, among other places. I like that Carmax doesn’t haggle, because I’m a terrible haggler, and haggling raises my anxiety level by many multiples. The Carmax facility that had a truck I was interested in is in Duarte, which is in north Los Angeles. Denis joined me, and it was a Road Trip.
The truck I went to see was a “TRD Sport” model, which means it was suped up and configured for off-roading and such.
All the bells and whistles were fun, but it was too much truck – too big. I mentioned it to the sales guy, and he said there was just a regular SR5 there. He went to get it.
I liked it. It was much better – easier to see out the windows, smoother ride. I think it’s what I want …but in white. Ah well, but I do consider it a successful day, because I narrowed down my choices.
By the end of the test driving, we were hungry, so we went to a nearby restaurant. I had tacos. They were amazingly delicious.
The view was amazing too:
On the northern edge of LA where the city ends, mountains rise to the horizon. It reminded me of the West Maui Mountains in Kahului. Since we were so close to the edge, we decided to drive into the mountains a little.
It was desolate and beautiful – dry rocks and scrubby plants. Our turn-around point was Silverwood Lake. We only got out for a quick look because it was HOT.
The trip back went through a lot of traffic. What people say about LA traffic is true. But what a fun day!
Trucks, tacos, traffic – a terrific trip! I’m glad you are narrowing down your choices. That has to make it easier, yes? Have you ruled out a Vespa? 😉
That scrubby landscape is similar to Western Colorado – dry with brave little plants doin’ their best. 🙂
Dang it! That should have been the title! THREE alliterative words! In my defense, I was tired from the long day…