I spent 3 years looking for a car my grandfather would approve of after he left me money

Chris Astrella drove four hours to buy a car. It saved him thousands, and he'd do it again. Chris Astrella Chris Astrella researched cars for three years before landing on the perfect hybrid. He nearly bought a Hyundai Tucson — but had to walk away. He drove four hours to buy the perfect car. The drive saved him $4,000. This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Chris Astrella, a recent car buyer in Las Vegas, Nevada. It has been edited for length and clarity. When my grandfather...