How does cars with leather seats hold up in Puna? (condo, living in)

[Futuremauian]

Originally Posted by Nyfinestbxtf

This is just me, but I would never buy a new car here. Just something good enough to get from point A to point B. The furthest you will ever have to go is Kona. As long as it can get there safely, that’s all you need.

I felt that way when I moved here but since I don't have kids of my own and my 2 nephews and 3 nieces each stand to inherit millions from their parents and grandparents, they don't need my money (and the older ones already have great careers).

I earn six figures annually and have a 403b and a Roth IRA that I won't touch until I reach mandatory withdrawals (RMDs). In a few years, I plan to quit working and then add Social Security to my income stream so I think to myself: "I can't outlive my income so why drive an old car"?

[Futuremauian]

Originally Posted by Ariel188

Oh boy. this is a sad fact I did not know about. I finally have the nicest vehicle I have ever had in my life, 4 runner and i planned on keeping her forever in nice condition. I plan to have a garage thou, so hope that helps. Maybe Ill park far away and walk to the store hahaha

Bring lots of money. Most condos here at less than $1 million don't have a garage and some at even $5 million don't include a garage. Homes often don't if they are less than $1 million.

[Nyfinestbxtf]

Originally Posted by Futuremauian

I felt that way when I moved here but since I don't have kids of my own and my 2 nephews and 3 nieces each stand to inherit millions from their parents and grandparents, they don't need my money (and the older ones already have great careers).

I earn six figures annually and have a 403b and a Roth IRA that I won't touch until I reach mandatory withdrawals (RMDs). In a few years, I plan to quit working and then add Social Security to my income stream so I think to myself: "I can't outlive my income so why drive an old car"?

Seems cars here don’t seem to last, especially on the Hilo side. Kona side is dryer, so maybe the weather isn’t as much of a factor. My car smells like crap and was infested with ants.

[Arktikos]

Originally Posted by Ariel188

Oh boy. this is a sad fact I did not know about. I finally have the nicest vehicle I have ever had in my life, 4 runner and i planned on keeping her forever in nice condition. I plan to have a garage thou, so hope that helps. Maybe Ill park far away and walk to the store hahaha

A garage or carport helps a helluva lot, especially in the wetter areas. I've had a 1990 4Runner under carport in Puna for 19 years. It still has zero rust underneath, just a couple spots on sheet metal. However, it only sees part time use. My biggest concern is rats getting into it while I'm gone.

Hawaii in general is a car culture, residents typically take pretty good care of their rolling stock. Leather seats should do OK, though I don't have them.

[Futuremauian]

Originally Posted by Nyfinestbxtf

Seems cars here don’t seem to last, especially on the Hilo side. Kona side is dryer, so maybe the weather isn’t as much of a factor. My car smells like crap and was infested with ants.

When I first moved here my neighbors warned me to keep the windows up while parked. I have always done that and it has kept cockroaches, mold, (and the homeless) from moving in. Occasionally I will have a small ant invasion after a heavy rain, but a little spray sends them away.

In California my car used to get stinky from my own sweat. When I moved here that disappeared. I truly believe it is a difference in the chemistry of the water. My car, my dirty clothes, and even my shoes all quit smelling since I moved over here. Whenever I visit Ca. I notice that scent returning after a few days.

[Ariel188]

Originally Posted by Futuremauian

Bring lots of money. Most condos here at less than $1 million don't have a garage and some at even $5 million don't include a garage. Homes often don't if they are less than $1 million.

Oh I plan to buy land, and have a house with garage built. ;-)

[Ariel188]

Originally Posted by Futuremauian

When I first moved here my neighbors warned me to keep the windows up while parked. I have always done that and it has kept cockroaches, mold, (and the homeless) from moving in. Occasionally I will have a small ant invasion after a heavy rain, but a little spray sends them away.

In California my car used to get stinky from my own sweat. When I moved here that disappeared. I truly believe it is a difference in the chemistry of the water. My car, my dirty clothes, and even my shoes all quit smelling since I moved over here. Whenever I visit Ca. I notice that scent returning after a few days.

Wow that is super interesting, why do you think that is? I live in Southern CA.

[Futuremauian]

Originally Posted by Ariel188

Oh I plan to buy land, and have a house with garage built. ;-)

Keep us posted...

[KohalaTransplant]

Originally Posted by Futuremauian

Bring lots of money. Most condos here at less than $1 million don't have a garage and some at even $5 million don't include a garage. Homes often don't if they are less than $1 million.

In Puna?!?

[Futuremauian]

Originally Posted by KohalaTransplant

In Puna?!?

YES, PUNA!!!



LOL, I was actually referring to Hawaii in general. Are there condos in Puna? I thought Punatics live in mostly unpermitted self-builds?