Take it with me or????

[blinkwatt]

I'm moving to San Diego in a few months to finish up and college and more then likely stay there and not move back to Sacramento. I heard having a car there can be a hassle and I don't know what to do with my Boxster,seeing that I've never driven in San Diego before,my friends and family have always driven around. That being said I will more then likely be living near the 'college area'. I need some San Diegoins advice-

-Is a Boxster a car I can keep outside without worrying? How bad is vandalism in San Diego? Keep in mind my car will probably be around a ton of college people almost 100% of the time.

-How bad is traffic and parking in San Diego? I hated the LA freeway when I've driven on it.

-Should I sell my Boxster and downgrade to a Z3? Z3s can be had for only $5-8k in great shape.

-Is it worth having a car there as a student?

[Keith Newby]

San Diego's great place to have a convertible and I don't know if a Boxster would be subject to more vandalism than a Z3. It sounds as if you're looking at the area around SDSU. There are quiet college areas and others that play host to a lot of parties. Your lifestyle will be your guide. Good luck and welcome to San Diego!

[Topless]

Blink,
Two of my kids just finished school at UCSD. Both had cars that were always left on the street and both had break in issues. The Honda Civic Dx was stolen and recovered three times in Mira Mesa. The last guy was caught and is now doing 3 years.

The number one reason cars are broken into or stolen there... Aftermarket stereo. We put the stock radio back in and no one touched it again. If you must leave your car on the street just put on a car cover at night so the bad guys can't see inside. Too much trouble and they will just move on. Also carry insurance.

Very active PCA in San Diego with driving events every month at Qualcomm Stadium.

[Nineteen89]

You can read up a thread that I started called "The Fear" for some encouraging words, but sometimes there's not much choice as to how much you can do, don't take night classes and try to live in some gated apartments.

[blinkwatt]

I think I posted about not worrying in the 'fear' thread,but I was assuming that was under different circumstances.

I can careless in Sacramento,where my car goes,where it's left because it's not a problem getting a decent sized parking spot where I can leave my car for 10+ hours. But just from what I've heard and seen in SD,it's seems very crowded,parking would be a pain(with moving it every two hours and what not) and wondering if having a car there would be worth it,considering I'll mostly just be going to school,the gym and work.

[Moostang]

Hey Blink,

welcome to SD in the near future. My little brother goes to SDSU .. and he complains about the traffic/parking situations. I'll talk to him and find out the best and safest parking lots or areas to park in . Sd is great for the Box ! .. considering where in the college area and rooming/living situation is.. i hope you bring it out.

If you don't bring it down.. you are welcome to take mine for a spin to take care of any cravings


Patrick

[Nineteen89]

Yeah you're right it was a little bit of different circumstances but I think if it's going to cause you more worry, stress and grief to have it there, than it might not be worth it. But also weigh in how you'd feel not having it anymore... tough decision! As I stated before try not to take any night classes and finding a gated community/apartment complex would easily help you sleep better at night.. one with a personal garage would be even better, but prices would go up too, and as a college student it's best to keep costs down, trust me I know!

[TriGem2k]

Originally Posted by Moostang

If you don't bring it down.. you are welcome to take mine for a spin to take care of any cravings


Patrick

Hey Patrick!

Nice to see you still visit this forum.

I'm not sure Sarah would be too happy about you loaning your car to a stranger

James