papaSmurf.
I really like the car and it is exactly what I've been looking for, for a while.
I always wanted a 03/04 M45, it's a timeless design.
If I had only 1 vehicle I would buy it in an instant, as the price is reasonable and the mileage does not bother me one bit, as these VK45DEs are bulletproof and the transmissions are real solid as well.
BUT
I live in an apartment complex right now, not my house (which is rented out).
I already have 2 and who knows, I might get activated as a reservist with all the craziness going on.
The possibility of having 2 vehicles parked for months in a high crime area is bad enough, a 3rd one will not help.
Plus even if I don't get activated, if the right international assignment comes along, I can only take 1 vehicle with me.
I have some friends with a big property where I had parked some of my extra vehicles in the past when I went international, but I think I am overstaying my welcome there.
So in other words, if I buy this it would be a 3rd vehicle, which I cannot due in my current uncertainty.
To make a long story short I like the car a lot and believe it's worth every penny, but it's just not practical for me to have a 3rd vehicle right now.
Why did I write such a novel?
Because I want to make it clear to other members reading this thread that me not buying it, does not constitute a "ding" on the car in any way.
It's awesome.