Wednesday, December 19, 2018

Letting Go of Another Family Car - Honda CRV

More than two years ago, we let go our 4WD (Read here). Today, 19 December 2018 marks another end of an era - we let go our Honda CRV which has faithfully been serving us for the last sixteen years. It was not an easy decision. We had debated about this for quite some time. In the end, we think it's best to let it go before its useful life is too costly to salvage.

Its greatest "achievement" probably is the three years period from the end of 2008 to 2011 when it needed to ascend and descend the steepest road in Sabah, the Kimanis Highway in between Papar and Keningau almost every week. It did not even once fail the challenge.

I was very surprised by the tremendous interest from potential buyers after I put up the car for sale in Mudah.com. That same evening after the advertisement was published, one young man called from Sibu, Sarawak to show his very keenness to acquire the car. The next day, after being shown a few photos of the interior and the engine compartment, he immediately confirmed his intention by paying the deposit online. Meanwhile, my phone continued beeping from potential buyers. In the end, I had to delete the advertisement to cut off further inquiry.

The buyer Vincent Ng, a 29-year old lad took leave and flew in today to collect his car. He was more than happy to see what he is getting!

Well, not to be too disappointed. Another little work horse has been acquired as a replacement! Cheer to Honda Jazz!. 
The beginning of the ascend , Kimanis Highway.

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