Driving a Hard Bargain

Re “Council Members Drive Themselves a Better Deal,” July 9: The L.A. City Council needs to shop around for a better deal. My 6-foot-1 husband just purchased a 2003 Hyundai Sonata GLS for $17,000. It’s very comfortable, and I’m sure could accommodate the size and sedan needs of the L.A. City Council. I understand the desire to drive an American car, but in these lean times we can’t afford $25,000-plus for each councilperson to drive a luxury sedan or SUV. Bravo to Councilman Eric Garcetti for driving the only electric car. Come on, City Council, shop around; start living within your means.

Mari Newhoff

Encino