Would you join us in praying for our current car situation? It has only been two months since the starter and brake pads had to be replaced and on Monday night the transmission went out. The cost of a new transmission is defintely far more than the car is actually worth, so we are in search of a used transmission with low mileage, which are apparantly difficult to find. This still might cost more than the care is worth. We were praying our current car would last at least through our second child before upgrading to a mini van of some sort…I am confident that the Lord will supply all our needs as He has providentally done in the past, but I would appreciate your prayers!
Car Troubles…
About Lindsay
Lindsay Edmonds is first a lover of Jesus, wife, mother of four, homemaker, and writer. She loves inspiring women around the world toward simple, natural, and intentional living for the glory of God.Subscribe
Subscribe to our e-mail newsletter to receive updates.
Well, as you can see with all these replies that you are not alone! Cars are such a necessary evil! We had a very similar problem last fall. God took the problem for us, and in His perfect way made it all better! After waiting on His timing and doing a lot of research, we found that a new mini van was more affordable than a used one. Our van came with a long and incredible warranty. This way we don’t have to worry about unexpected costs to fix our car. We can just make the payment. So if you can find a dealer that has that same kind of warranty promotion, it might be worth a look. God is so faithful. He will make what ever it is you need happen…and usually more! Can’t wait to hear how He provides for you! Blessings!
Lindsay,
I know your situation well. Our van is 8 years old this year. Last year, we put over $3000 into it, a major part of it being the transmission. We were traveling far form home when we discovered there being a problem, so by God’s grace we got home safely before we had to have it fixed.
In response to the comment before about minivans transmissions not being good – this particular garage told me that Chrysler transmissions were reworked (finally) in the 2008 models (I believe, it could have been 2007 models), so the transmissions are no longer an issue at 70-90,000 miles. However, if you do have to get an older Chrysler van, make sure the transmission has been done already.
I’ll be praying for you … I don’t know how your situation has played out, but I (as well as others) would love to hear how it turned out.
Good to know thanks!!!!! I doubt we’ll get a mini-van, but for ones who do that’s a good thing to know. Transmissions are sooooo expensive, and i wanted to keep people from footing a bill on those!
Any update Lindsay? How’s the car?
I may be able to help with info. I am a transmission rebuilder and can offer advice if you would like any. Buying used can be scary, but I have had good fortune with http://www.car-part.com. E-mail me if you have any questions.
Best wishes,
Kristian
Mesa, Az
I’ll pray for your family’s car problems. We’ve had some car problems this year too – it’s no fun, and we are not in the position to purchase a new (or at least a new to us car) right now…But God will always provide!!
Praying God provides you with a new-to-you vehicle soon or a way to fix the current vehicle cheaply. Car problems are no fun but it’s great to look back on them and see how amazingly God provided through them.
Lindsay,
What is ironic that I posted this morning on our car troubles! Our minivan will cost us more than it is worth. We more than likely fix it, but the worry is that more trouble could come later. We are hoping that we will be able to get a Prius later this year, Lord willing.
How about we pray for eachother?!
God Bless
Oh dear, oh dear, oh dear! Car troubles make you feel so frustrated and helpless, but God is in control.
Dear Lord, we pray for a mighty miracle for this young family. You parted the Red Sea, you created the earth and raised Jesus from the dead…a car is nothing to you. Nothing is too difficult for you. You will supply all our needs according to your riches in glory. We pray for a perfect solution to this car situation, we leave it in your hands, confident in You. In Jesus name, Amen
Hi I came across your blog when I was searching for sites/blogs that were dealing with homemaking. I enjoyed reading this article on car troubles and several others on this blog. My prayers to the Lord to tide you over this crisis.
I have put up a site called the homemakersalmanac.com with the aim of re-purposing relevant information for the homemaker. I have been dreaming about creating such a site all my life! It is a dream come true. Hope you will enjoy the articles I am putting up as much as I enjoyed writing them. Please note the site is still in the making, but please do visit daily to see what I have added to it!
We are just recuperating from car troubles ourselves.
My prayers are with you.
You will definitely be in our prayers. I don’t really agree with Kate on mini-vans, I love mine.
It gets about 26 miles to the gallon and it’s a 1999. It did have one expensive repair (about $1500), but that’s all since we’ve had it. It’s definitely worth it to me to have a vehicle that is paid for. 
Just hang in there, God will provide. I always tell my kids “God said he would provide all our needs, so if it is not provided, then we must not need it yet.
”. Praying for your vehicle situation and for a healthy baby and mama!
I’ve been there! I was out of town years ago, and my transmission died on me. And I have a foreign luxury car.
A new Transmission was running between $7-8,000. I got a refurbed one, and that took WEEKS to get. That was around $2,000. So I know how you feel!
Since then I vowed to never have a car no older than 5 yrs. Too many hassles, and the repair bills add up. With the money I spent on my old car…I could have had a new car, and paid for!
I’d advise against a mini-van, only because their transmissions don’t last either. Not to mention they aren’t the best on gas.
IMO go looking for a new car. There are cars out there for under $15,000. The monthly payment would be kinda low. But you have to think of the long run. Repair bills!
A car is an investment, and the money you will save on repairs, can go to the kingdom of God. Don’t limit yourself to just used cars. God wants you to have the best, not second best.
Go to http://www.vehix.com And check out the cars. Just remember the older the car, the gas mileage might not be as good. You want to look for a car w/at least 30 miles to the gallon.
Praying for you guys…it’s hard!
yes….i’ll pray…..
Praying for your situation!
We’re still in this same boat too. We can’t afford to fix our car, so we’ve been hoping to sell it, but that hasn’t worked out yet either.
Praying!
Michele