Max and I went car shopping yesterday afternoon. His lease is up in 3 months and we figured it would be fun to see what his options might be when he turns his car in.
His current vehicle sits low to the ground and given that he is not as young as he used to be (he turns 28 next month!), he would prefer something that is easier to get in and out of.
Ideally he told me he would love to find something mid way between his coupe and his mom's crossover.
Our first stop was at the Hyundai dealership across the highway from our house.
Lo and behold, sitting on the floor right in front of the door was Hyundai's newest offering, the Kona, a compact crossover, literally exactly what he was looking for.
The model on the floor had everything he wanted. Push button start,heated seats, lane warning device, back up camera,and it was even the exact color he would like.
Obviously he said perfect .....we'll take it!
Well not exactly.
We took it for a test drive. 
Smooth. A
A really nice ride.
I sat in the back and I was plenty comfortable.
 He felt the same in the driver's compartment.
When we got back to the showroom , it was time to talk numbers.
It amazes me how these negotiations go.
Never the less, after about 45 minutes, we decided to step away for the now.
Bottom line is Max doesn't need a new car right now. 
This particular vehicle is so new to the market,they feel no need to make deals.
Max now has a picture of what his next vehicle will or can look like and cost.
He handled the situation as maturely and thoughtfully as possible.
He did not let the sales man's salesmanship sway him. 
He turned to me when he felt he needed input or support.
He certainly didn't leave the place feeling as if he had missed the opportunity of a life time.
He now has a game plan. 
Wait and see.
June will be here soon enough.
Who knows what will happen between now and then.
Maybe the dealer will get hungry?
Maybe Max will find something even nicer?
Maybe he'll hit the lottery?
One thing for certain is he will have a vehicle when he needs one.
And he will get it on his terms.
Shavua Tov!