The classic "I'm going to buy this clunker for my kids, but only because I'm not brave enough to tell them it's a 'fixer-upper'" strategy. But in all seriousness, 233k miles is like the emotional equivalent of mileage on your relationship - it's got character! And hey, who needs new when you've got experience and a teenager-induced dent in the wallet? Good call on snagging that Traverse at a good price!