Andrew,
Geez, stories like yours leave me sleepless at night. I am at the $22k+ level (and rising, car is having a small "resto", and complete "Hi-po" engine and trans build, dont have the final bill yet). I passed the "point of no return" shortly after purchasing in Dec 2000.
I could never keep my vehicles if I had to rely on one source of income. I just couldn't justify it in my own mind. I realize that at best I could only hope to recover 50% of my investment.
Dont get me wrong, the car was in perfect running order and the PO was very anal about maintenance. I just cannot leave things alone without trying to re-invent the wheel...
My advice is to take a step back, reassess the situation. Keep in mind that you may be trading one set of problems for another. A freind sold his 2001 accord as it had been rearended 3 times in 13 months. He purchased a Saleen Mustang and has had it almost a year now with no accidents...go figure.
Perhaps a second opinion is in order? WTF, change tuners...I finally hooked up with the right person. That may work for you, search for a catalyst to change the current chemistry. Don't throw in the towel due to a string of bad luck, it may be a temporary thing.
Hope things changes positively for you...Good Luck...
Bob
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