Buying something now, stupid idea?

[TameRacingDriver]

Back at the end of last year, when my landlord decided to sell up, and we decided to buy a house, I knew I would want to buy a car again (have been without for 18 months now).

I spent lots of time researching, and finally reached a decision on what I'm likely going to buy (R53 JCW).

And this week I got moved, finally.

However, I am now working from home for the forseeable. This virus is slowly sweeping through communities, and if we follow the likes of Italy's lead, we will be on full lockdown within a couple of weeks in all likelihood.

I have been literally so excited to get a car again, but I kind of feel like there's no point now? Thoughts?

[Dave Hedgehog]

After 6 months of isolation second hand cars will be a fraction of what they are atm

[RDMcG]

Would be inclined to wait. I am doing a fraction of the driving I usually do, and we have a recession looming. I have no doubt that prices will drop in the next couple of months. I buy cars fairly regularly but have nothing in my short term plans right now.

[TameRacingDriver]

Thanks both. I'll wait.

[Jamescrs]

As above, the country is likely to be locked down further and you are working from home anyway so what's the point to park it outside your house for a few weeks?
May as well keep your money a few more weeks and see what happens.