We finally said goodbye to my trusted old Corsa and replaced it with an Audi A3.
I've had that Corsa for 15 years. It's never let me down. Only twice have I had to pull over and sort it out - and both of those were to replace the tyre. Never did I have any issues with the engine, or any proper breakdowns. But, I knew it wouldn't pass its next MOT and there's only so long you can keep the same car.
So, at the weekend after going back and forth on a decision - and playing two dealers off against each other - we finally collected a new Audi A3. I say 'new' but it is a year old (who buys a new car?) and is an absolute dream. It drives beautifully, has all the best gadgets - including wing mirrors that automatically fold in - and best of all the car tax is only £20 for a whole year!
I'll miss my Corsa, but I think I'll get over it.