My first three cars were all Oldsmobile Cutlass Sierra models. I absolutely loved that car! My Malibu is a really great car, though, and I am happy that I chose it. I took it over from my mother who didn't like it because she said that it was "outdated". Compared to my mid- 90's Oldsmobile, it wasn't to me at all! However, the more time went on, I realized that it is outdated, and it became something that I can never get over when I am driving it. I do think though, that no matter what year a car is from, outdated or not, that safety is the most important factor, and this car makes me feel very safe! I know it is ironic because I said that I feel the car is outdated, but one of the things that I dislike very much about the vehicle is that it has a major problem with the dash- the speedometer is crazy, the gas tank gauge says empty at all times, even when it has just been filled, and all the lights are on all the time. I spent more money than I have trying to fix problems that the dash told me it had when in fact it had none of those problems at all. The problem is with the car's computer, which means to fix the car entirely would cost more than it would do to buy a reliable and safe older, used vehicle. I love this car but it sure has put me through a lot and as sad as it is to say, I cannot wait until I am able to get a new one!

One of my considerations when purchasing a car is how comfortable it is when I sit in it (seat comfort, ability to manage mirrors and adjust the seat forward, backward, up and down). I also note the attractiveness of the interior and exterior and how I "feel" about it. I also look at the mileage and age of the vehicle and drive it to determine if there are any obvious problems.