If you remember from a few posts back, I found a car just right for Sebastian at Flow Mini here in town. I went home right away to tell Sebastian about it.
He was so excited he ran straight to his piggy bank and started counting his money. He wanted me to take him over immediately so he could check it out.
Lo and behold I found out there is a lot of paperwork involved in getting a teddy bear his own car, driver’s license and the biggie: insurance. I sorted through all that so all that was left today was to tell his motoring advisor Mike we were heading over to close the deal.
First Sebastian had to sign some papers promising he would be a very good driver
and that he had enough money to pay for the car.
Mike counted Sebastian’s money, marbles, dice and deputy sheriff’s badge.
Then Sebastian employed his big eyed pathetic look and sniffed a bit as Jock advised him earlier so he could keep his badge.
Mike agreed that Sebastian would look cool riding around with his badge so he gave that back to him.
Then, 97¢, three marbles and a pair of dice later, it was time for Sebastian to get the first look at his new car, a bright red convertible Mini. Mike did a terrific job of the unveiling. Lots of suspense for the little guy to be sure.
What a great motoring advisor!
Mike showed Sebastian all the bells and whistles on his new car
and then demonstrated how the seatbelt fastened.
Here’s Sebastian behind the wheel of his car while it was still in the showroom.
Don’t you love the sign they made for him?
And look at the license plate!
Sebastian was eager to take it for a drive so I had to give him a big hug and tell him to be careful out there.
I’m not exactly sure how Sebastian having his own car is going to turn out. He was pretty freewheeling before but now, the world truly is his oyster.
Sebastian and I would like to express our gratitude to Mike and all the great folks over at Flow Mini of Raleigh for all their assistance in getting Sebastian (and me!) our new rides! If you’re ready for a Mini, they can help you out. If they can find a car for Sebastian, you know they can find one for you!
Also a great big hug to Heather for giving Sebastian the idea that he could have his own car. I know our lives will never be the same!
That is a nice car Sebastian. Good luck on your travels. Traffic can be difficult at times. So drive safe.
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DeleteThank you. I love my new car! The best thing about it in traffic is that I can ride on the sidewalk if things start going to slow!
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Yay Sebastian! You are such a lucky bear! You have the same color Mini as me ;o) Hugs, Janice
ReplyDeleteHi Janice,
DeleteThank you too! I am very very lucky! Mike was very good to me. We should have a Mini meet up - our two red Minis will stop people (& bears!) in their tracks.
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Sebastian, Congratulations. Your new car is fantastic. You look so handsome and worldly behind the wheel. Happy Motoring, little friend.
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Prudence ♥
Hi Prudence,
DeleteThank you my friend! You need to come over and I will take you for a ride. I'm blushing because you said I looked handsome...
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Congratulations Sebastian, your new car is beautiful. Red does go well with your coloring.
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful holiday weekend and please be safe on the road. Remember, you will have to fill up that gas tank so be careful spending $ on those cookies. (o:
We love you, little one.
All of us at
The Bear's Blog
Hi All of you over at The Bear's Blog,
DeleteThank you so much folks! I like the red too.
I will be careful and I hope you will be too. I'm going to read the manual for my car as soon as I have a couple of minutes, but I think this version runs on cookie crumbs. How delicious is that?!
love & hugs,
Sebastian
How wonderful, exciting, and scary.... all at the same time! I'll tell you, if I were looking for a car, I'd head to that great dealership. Imagine, even giving Sebastian his little badge back to make the deal....you know they probably took a loss, just to keep the customer happy. Please tell Sebastian to be very careful out there in this BIG world. Although he will attract attention, he can also be easy to miss. Happy, safe driving, Sebastian!
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DeleteThis is Sebastian replying to your comment.
I know what you mean. I could see Ginger biting her fingernails in my rear view mirror. I think she wondered how in the world I was going to get home with all those big cars, but the funny thing is, I really stop traffic in my little car so I just Zoom on through!
Yes, Mike and his pals at the dealership are fantastic and I feel like they were very generous to let me keep my badge.
Thank you so much!
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Haha! This was great!! Mike is a very good sport all around, but especially for letting Sebastian keep his badge... I think he's right, Sebastian will look much cooler cruising around wearing a badge!
ReplyDeleteIf I were Sebastian, the first thing I would do would be to cruise to a bakery for some cupcakes. :)
I'm glad I could help out in letting Sebastian know about the wonderful world of car ownership XD
Make sure he's responsible and knows about things like oil changes and car washes!
Hi Heather,
DeleteMike was really very patient with Sebastian being a first time car buyer (& letting him keep his badge!)
Oh, cupcakes! And cookies and doughnuts! Yes, I might have to send Sebastian on an errand or two! :D
We both appreciate it and I will have to remind him about the oil changes - and to put the top up when he washes his car!
Thanks so much!
~ginger
Hi Sebastian, You have wheels man. wow... cool guy.
ReplyDeleteWhere are you going for your first big drive? I bet you will spit and polish it every day.
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Wilbur.
Hi Wilbur,
DeleteI do! I do! I do have wheels! When are you coming over for a ride? I know it's a long way from Australia but we could have such fun.
Someone suggested I go and get some cupcakes and that sounds like a very good idea to me.
hugs to you Wilbur!
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WOW!! How great is that! Enjoy your new wheels, Sebastian! And, Ginger, be sure to breath--it's always a bit scary, tough, and exciting to see our "little ones" go out into the world as new drivers.
ReplyDeleteI must admit that when I get my Mini in a year or two or three, I hope I get a motoring advisor just like Mike!! Bravo, Mike!!
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Cheryl
Hi Cheryl,
DeleteOh yes. I must remember to breath. I have sent off two new drivers into the world and so far so good. I only hope that Sebastian has the same kind of good fortune.
Yes, if you get a Motoring Advisor like Mike you will be lucky indeed!
Thanks and hugs,
~ginger
Hi Cheryl,
DeleteI will enjoy and look forward to you joining the crowd of Mini owners! You will love it!
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Yay for Sebastian!! You got a fabulous motoring advisor. It was so nice of him to let Sebastian keep his badge! Look out world, here comes Sebastian! :)
ReplyDeleteI must say that I am trying to keep my furry gang away from the computer... I know JUST what they'll be after next if they see these posts!! ;)
Hi K. Joy,
DeleteHe is fabulous isn't he?! Yep, still got my badge.
Oh, if your bunch gets an idea for a vehicle, don't worry. You'll have plenty of time to get yourself prepared for it. Blinders, nerve pills, security blankets - just put them on the shopping list.
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Hippidy hip, Hooray, hooray, hooray,
ReplyDeleteWell done Sebastian, what a fine car you've got - I'll have to start working on Alan now. I'm glad you took on my advice about the tear in your eye, so you still have your badge and your lovely Mini.
I think that Mike (and Ginger of course) did a great job with getting you your new car. Mike certainly can't have had many more distinguished customers.
I hope you have enough money for the fuel, 'cos otherwise you won't be going far.
Have lots and lots of fun,
Hugs,
Jock
Hi Jock,
DeleteIsn't it exciting? Now you must come over across the pond and I'll take you for a ride. Your advice served me very well and I am so glad that you were kind enough to share your best techniques.
Well, I don't know about distinguished but if you say so, who am I to argue?
And I will have lots of fun!
Thank you my friend1
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Wow!! Your riding in style Sebastian. We are almost embarassed about our means of transportation. Our four paws and sometimes our little red wagon.
ReplyDeleteDrive safe and remember to keep your gas tank full.
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Honeypot Lane
Hello to everyone at Honeypot Lane,
DeleteIt is rather amazing isn't it? But paws are good too - I mean I have them! I also have a red wagon. We could get together and have wagon races!
Thank you for stopping by!
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Ooh, racing red, and a convertible too! Don't drive too fast though 'cos those tickets cost a lot if you get them (ask LT's mum, who's just grumpy that LT hasn't got caught...)
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Jack & The Clan
Hi Jack & The Clan,
DeleteYeah, red! Really really red! I will try to be careful because the only tickets I want are the ones that get you free ice cream.
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PS Come for a ride!!!
cuanto me alegro de que por fin Sebastian disponga de su propio coche y ademas es todo un lujo, seguro que sera un buen conductor como ha prometido
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