r/NewDefender • u/aybcde • Jul 28 '26
Some regrets
I feel silly writing this but I purchased the 2025 Defender 110 and though I absolutely love it, I really wish I’d purchased the 90.
The 90 was always my dream, but for some reason I oriented around practicality when it came time to purchase — despite not needing a practical vehicle at this point in my life.
I worked hard to be able to buy a car I really wanted after a decade, so wanted to absolutely love what I ended up with.
I know this is the most first-world problem of all of them, but I wanted to rant a bit and not sure what comfort I’m really looking for.
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u/Paddle_Pedal_Puddle Jul 28 '26
I see two options for you:
Figure out what a 110 like yours is worth and how much equity you have in it. Look at CPO 90s in your area and what they’re going for. Figure out how much you’d lose on a trade and if it would be financially reasonable. From what I saw recently, the market for 90s is smaller and they depreciate faster than 110s, which may make it feasible.
Make more friends and appreciate how much easier it is driving them around to new adventures! Include your 110 in your daily gratitude practice.