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News Summary
A car owner posted on Zhihu about his experience with a 2009 Kia Optima. The vehicle is in good condition and has relatively low mileage. He originally planned to trade it in for a new car, but the dealer’s low trade‑in offer made him decide to spend a few thousand yuan on a tune‑up and keep driving it. After calculating insurance and maintenance expenses, he concluded that, at his annual mileage, the car won’t reach its statutory “scrap” point any time soon, so he can continue to save money and enjoy peace of mind.

Comments from Other Respondents and Industry Analysis
Recent data show that used‑car resale values have been falling sharply, especially after a vehicle reaches its eighth year; depreciation then accelerates. In many cases, driving a car until it truly wears out is financially smarter than selling it partway through its life. Most people choose to replace their cars for reasons of status or the desire for newer features, not because it is the most economical decision.

Reflection and Takeaway
This story brings us back to a simple, everyday question: the use value of an item is not always the same as its exchange value. Patient upkeep and spending only as needed can be more rewarding than the fleeting satisfaction of constantly buying the latest model. The biblical principle of thrift and wisdom isn’t merely a religious slogan; it is a practical guideline for daily life—making good use of what we have, caring for it well, and thereby honoring the resources God has given us and caring for our families.

Scripture

“The wise store up choice food and oil, but the foolish gulp theirs down.” — Proverbs 21:20
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