YOUR CAR IS great, isn’t it? So convenient, cosy, private.

But what happens when it lets you down, or gives you more hassle than it’s worth?

Ask yourself – is it worth the pain? The bus isn’t that bad… really.

1. First of all, figure out, do you even need it?

2. Does it carry out the required function?

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3. Make sure it has all the mods you want

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4. …the right accessories

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5. Be sure you know what you’re doing when it comes to maintenance

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6. Is it fixed to death?

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7. Do you repair it yourself, despite being a carpenter and not a mechanic?

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8. Remember, a little duct tape goes a long way

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9. On repairs, make sure they’re functional as well as good-looking

10. Do you drive around aimlessly just to gain some hilarious achievement?

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11. But, it’s just not looking how it used to

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12. Then there are the rules of the road. It’s a lot of effort, that ‘respecting pedestrians and other drivers’

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13. Then there’s preventing theft… insurance, security systems, ugh. We’ll take the bus.

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