I get inexpensive good stuff buy having the funds to buy it on hand at all times. What I mean is I check the bargain and discount bens often and just wait for that great deal. I check Big 5, Wal-mart, OSH, Home depot, Target, etc... as often as possible with available cash to get the good stuff cheap before it is too late. My best buy was a LM micra for $10 no tax.