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The How-To guide on buying your mom a car for Mother's Day
Think about everything your mom has bought you in your lifetime. Who paid for those car magazines before you were gainfully employed? Who gave you gas money to get back to campus after a quick visit home? And who was there with bail money when you really needed it? That's right, Mom. Can any pure bred auto enthusiast deny that there is no more meaningful gift a son or daughter could give in return than a brand new car? It's a dream very few of us will fulfill in our lifetime, but one guy is planning to do just that this weekend when he presents his mom with a brand new Mercury Milan on Mother's Day.
Who knew that giving your mom a car could be so complicated? We didn't until we read this forum post written by the aforementioned good son who goes by Crystallas on the Ford Fusion Drivers Association website. Apparently, there are lots of things to consider that should ensure your mom's smile on Mother's Day stretches from ear to ear and doesn't turn upside down.
It might be small stuff like what color you should pick, but if you get that one wrong she'll leave your present in the garage like a cardigan that doesn't match her favorite blouse. And does she even want a new car in the first place? If you replace her trusty and reliable K-car, she may never forgive you. The presentation of the gift is crucial, as well. Make sure you have a glowing review of the winning car handy when you hand over the keys.
There's plenty more tips for giving your mom the ultimate gift by clicking the Read link below.
Thanks for the tip, Carl!
[Source: FusionDrivers.com]
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Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
SOhp101 7:38PM (5/08/2007)
Maybe Autoblog should actually read some of the tips before actually putting a post about it: purchase rustproofing and pinstriping?
First off, rustproofing is the most ridiculous charge that a car dealership can charge, but I'm sure most of the readers on here would know that. Second, pinstriping is out of fashion, and now that many cars have doors/fenders that are 'sculpted' it will uglify the car, not to mention the ridiculous markup that a dealership charges.
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john of sparta 6:19PM (5/09/2007)
my advice: Heated Seats. and make sure, really sure,
that she knows how to operate them.
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seoultrain 9:55PM (5/08/2007)
Agreed, #1. Almost any "aftermarket" job that you let the dealer do will be grossly overpriced. Whether it's the rustproofing, tint, or paint guard that this guy got.
and is it just me, or does this read almost like an advertisement? kinda like 'doesn't your mom deserve the best? get her a milan this mother's day!'
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epp_b 11:04PM (5/08/2007)
What kind of spoiled brat buys his mom a freaking car!?
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iQuack 2:06AM (5/09/2007)
Rustproofing can cause a car to rust FASTER if the slop that's sprayed under the fenders turns brittle and creates pockets that hold salt and mud.
Most new cars have zinc plated lower body panels that resist rust well. No need to slather crud under any new car.
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David S. 11:26AM (5/09/2007)
I don't buy the argument that choosing a Milan makes anyone "less" of an enthusiast.
It won't set anyone's hair on fire, but it's a handsome car that has some very nice driving dynamics.
And let's face it, true car enthusiasts should be able to give you an instant list of the cars that best suit their mothers/mother-in-laws.
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I agree that the dealership stuff is a waste of money, however. You can apply Scotchgard yourself; the only exterior stuff I'd spring for (if it were someone else's car) would be one of those clear-gel protectors for the front fascia, and a really good clay and wax detailing.
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anne 11:30PM (5/10/2007)
instead of purchasing rustproofing and pinstripping, why not go for a quality used car? guys you should ckech out www.nexusscars.com and let an worldwide automobile supplier bid on your behalf in Japan auto auctions. you'll definitely get the car you preferred at the amount you can afford
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anne 6:06PM (5/10/2007)
instead of purchasing rustproofing and pinstripping, why not go for a quality used car? check out www.nexusscars.com and let a worldwide automobile supplier bid on your behalf in Japan auto auctions. that way you can get the car you preferred at the price you can afford
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