What are milestone cars?

"Milestone cars" refers to vehicles that have achieved significant mileage or usage landmarks, illustrating durability and a kind of thriftiness or value over time. In the context discussed by Brad Barrett on the ChooseFI, he shares the personal achievement of his and his wife's cars reaching over 100,000 miles. Brad highlights how these cars have provided excellent long-term value, especially considering they were purchased used at a much lower cost than retail. These milestones not only serve as a testament to the vehicle's longevity but also symbolize smart financial decision-making in terms of vehicle investment 1.