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We’ve all had that moment of dread followed by mourning when we realize the car we love no longer fits the family we love. In my case, it’s happening now. My four-seat Volvo C30 worked great for me and my two daughters, but it won’t fit my newly blended family including a stepdaughter and husband. NBC’s hilarious sitcom “Up All Night” tackled the topic last week when Christina Applegate’s character, Reagan Brinkley, realized her cute BMW convertible wouldn’t fit her baby’s rear-facing child-safety seat (watch the episode below).
When Reagan’s husband, played by Will Arnett, says they need to start researching new cars since her current car just isn’t family functional, she replies, “But it’s adorable.” I know! So is my C30. She explains how driving her car isn’t just driving a car, it’s “telling a story.” She gets it! Apparently getting her hair stuck in the Latch anchors was the last straw, though.
So what’s a hot mama to do when she has to trade in her sexy convertible for something a little more … um … mom-jean-like? Don’t settle, Reagan! You don’t have to wear mom jeans, and you don’t have to drive a car you don’t love. Search until you find a car that will fit the whole family, but still has enough sauce to make you feel good. Here’s some basic advice:
Be realistic: No matter how desperate you may feel don’t follow Reagan and bid on the “A-Team” van. It’s just not an option. Ever. However, a minivan with Swivel ’N Go second-row seats is a great option.
Research, research, research: Do as much research online at Cars.com as possible, and do it while sober (unlike Reagan). An educated consumer is an empowered consumer. Also, talk to your friends about their cars and features and what they like and dislike about them. This may help clarify which features will be most useful to you.
Test drive and be respected: When you’ve narrowed down your choices to a few cars, head to the dealership to test-drive them. As much of a pain as it may be, bring the kids, their car seats, strollers and anything else you’ll be loading into it on a daily basis. Remember, there’s nothing obligating you to stay at the dealership, so if you don’t like the price you’re being given, don’t like the way you’re being treated or are uncomfortable in any way, walk away and find someone you’re comfortable doing business with.
Like raising your children, car shopping is a journey, so don’t rush the process. Just like in “Up All Night” maybe your ideal mom car is a blinged-up version of one that’s already out there. You can always spice things up with the paint job, vinyl graphics, funky aftermarket rims or even window tinting. Let’s get creative and stand up together to fight against boring mom cars.
When Reagan’s husband, played by Will Arnett, says they need to start researching new cars since her current car just isn’t family functional, she replies, “But it’s adorable.” I know! So is my C30. She explains how driving her car isn’t just driving a car, it’s “telling a story.” She gets it! Apparently getting her hair stuck in the Latch anchors was the last straw, though.
So what’s a hot mama to do when she has to trade in her sexy convertible for something a little more … um … mom-jean-like? Don’t settle, Reagan! You don’t have to wear mom jeans, and you don’t have to drive a car you don’t love. Search until you find a car that will fit the whole family, but still has enough sauce to make you feel good. Here’s some basic advice:
Be realistic: No matter how desperate you may feel don’t follow Reagan and bid on the “A-Team” van. It’s just not an option. Ever. However, a minivan with Swivel ’N Go second-row seats is a great option.
Research, research, research: Do as much research online at Cars.com as possible, and do it while sober (unlike Reagan). An educated consumer is an empowered consumer. Also, talk to your friends about their cars and features and what they like and dislike about them. This may help clarify which features will be most useful to you.
Test drive and be respected: When you’ve narrowed down your choices to a few cars, head to the dealership to test-drive them. As much of a pain as it may be, bring the kids, their car seats, strollers and anything else you’ll be loading into it on a daily basis. Remember, there’s nothing obligating you to stay at the dealership, so if you don’t like the price you’re being given, don’t like the way you’re being treated or are uncomfortable in any way, walk away and find someone you’re comfortable doing business with.
Like raising your children, car shopping is a journey, so don’t rush the process. Just like in “Up All Night” maybe your ideal mom car is a blinged-up version of one that’s already out there. You can always spice things up with the paint job, vinyl graphics, funky aftermarket rims or even window tinting. Let’s get creative and stand up together to fight against boring mom cars.
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