Well, if you have $1,000,000 already saved up for your retirement and your financial future is secure, I'd say go for a new car. There are a couple dozen new cars out there which will provide a much better riding experience. Moreover, if your family is so concerned, I'd hit them up for the money
to see if they are really concerned about your finances and your future daily driver. Otherwise, if you are in the same financial situation the majority of us are, and if finding a vehicle that will last upwards of 300,000 miles without bankrupting you on repairs is important, then you have made one of the smartest decisions in auto buying history. People drive lots of Corollas worldwide for a reason: it is a smart financial decision. As long as harsh winters and lots of salt are not eating away at your components, your Vibe will last a whole lot longer than 145,000 miles. These are the days/years that we can observe all the other old Vibe/Matrix/Corolla cars on the road and smile knowing we made the right choice all those years ago. Welcome to the forum. Enjoy your next 100,000 with your car.