Re: Costs for Driving to Pigeon Forge

[Bob Brandys <BobB@xxxx>]

I have received a number of inquiries regarding shipping verses driving 
cars to PF.

The cost comparison from the West Coast (LA) is

3 days driving time (each way) = 5 nights in motel @ $100/night = $500

Gasoline cost 4400 miles @ 20 mpg = 220 gallons x $2.00/gal = 
$440 (gas could be $2.50 gal.!)

Meals, misc. for 6 days $25 per day = 
$150

Wear and tear on car(oil change, tires, etc.) 4400 miles @ $. 25/mile = 
$110

$1,200

Lost vacation time (unless you like driving) 6 days 
(Price ?)
Risk cost of an accident 
(Price ?)

If you are planning on bringing a car, using a transporter would be just 
under $1000.

This means you would have about $200 for air fare. 

It all comes down to what your time is worth and whether you want your 
car there.


BOB





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