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Old 09-21-2017, 08:31 PM   #29 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by slowmover View Post
A trailer behind a family sedan covers most contingencies. 7-8k pounds if set up correctly.

And, agreed about paying delivery fee. Time, if for no other reason.

FE is first about family fuel budget. One vehicle to do it all, not several. Thus one minivan or V8 sedan can be cheaper.
Gotta like minivans more than a sedan due to their increased versatility, and an eventual ability to haul some occasional cargo instead of having to pay for delivery.

It's worth to remind once again this Venezuelan ad for the early Fiat Fiorino:



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What a business does may be different, and, as above, is different according to taxes, insurance, etc.
Sometimes a small business owner or a freelancer may rely on a single vehicle for both work and family.
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