I want one...do I need one?

Ok, I want it. I am wanting a new car (SUV). The van is 8 years old. We are starting to "nickle and dime" it. Even had it repainted d/t the tornado in AL last year--MIL's dady told us we should have pocketed the money from insurance instead of having it painted. Guilt got the best of me, right away--is that stealing? I mean it is our insurance, we do pay for it...nope, we had it painted and it is shiny now!

Anyway, the van, I love it, it had all the bells and whistles. The bells are not ringing so loudly anymore. First the alternator needed replaced, the radio buttons are not working all of the time, the breaks are making a squeek/grind noise. The lift gate is broke (so, I have to actually open it by hand!)The tires probably need replaced, it is leaking oil. Hmmm, have I given enough excuses for getting a new vehicle. I feel so selfish, MIL priced some SUV's..my mouth was drooling over them. So, pretty, so shiny and fancy! Then, I hear the kids playing viola, guitar, piano, AND 2 kinds of recorder (yes an alto and soprano--who knew!) They love music and we pay for it...ALOT. I cannot justify a new car-with the price of lessons and instruments and new soccer shoes and all of their pants are getting short and swimming lessons are starting soon. I think I will get some of that "new car" spray and take the van to the car wash--much less expensive :)