Fix 2014 Sonata for $2.2k or buy Minivan for $15k down?

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May 5, 2025 at 5:37 pm #301 Reply
Matthew
Hey guys, help me make a decision.

2014 Hyundai Sonata 2.0T. 115,000 miles. Needs approx $2,215.20 worth of work done. That would be to R&R the thermostat housing assembly and thermostat, purge valve assembly, and valve cover assembly. Has oil leak and coolant leak.

Owe nothing on the car.

Hoping to be buying a house within the next year which is what makes this decision so difficult.

So, do I pay it and hope for the best, or put $15k down and finance a small amount for a minivan (have 4 kids, have a Pathfinder that works for the kids so having the sedan isn’t a big burden).?

Let me know if y’all need any more information. Thanks in advance!
May 5, 2025 at 5:38 pm #303 Reply
Jonas
If you are willing to learn something and get your hands dirty that’s all pretty minor. Couple hundred bucks and one afternoon.
May 5, 2025 at 5:38 pm #304 Reply
Dan
Dump it, it’s got bottom end damage already.
May 5, 2025 at 5:39 pm #305 Reply
Jayvon
I would get a second opinion for another estimate, but otherwise I’d fix it.

I’m also the type of person to buy my own parts and have my mechanic do the work and save a good bit, but if you don’t have a mechanic you trust then you’re kinda just gonna have to rely on the shop.
May 5, 2025 at 5:39 pm #306 Reply
Michael
Better not to have a vehicle payment knocks $$ available home finance calculations, get house then buy a car later.
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