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2012 Kia Forte, or why I had to pick up a car payment

2012 Kia ForteYes, this is my new car. And yes, it’s pretty. It’s a 2012 Kia Forte. It’s as close to the base model as I could get from the dealer.

I like driving it, because the car has a pep to it and responds quickly. I also like that the important information is easily viewable from the drivers seat. But one of my favorite features (aside from the warranties) is the numerous controls located on the steering wheel. Now I can easily change the song on my ipod or switch to the radio or even call someone.

Friends and family who know how much I loath car shopping and then negotiating to actually buy it may wonder at this seemingly impulsive decision. It was a sudden, but necessary decision, because my old car was totaled in an accident. Continue reading 2012 Kia Forte, or why I had to pick up a car payment