not directed at the op per say, but why do people feel the need to censor liscence plate numbers in photos on the internet? you do realize that everyone who sees you driving down the street can see it, right? it's not really personal information, and i doubt it can be used to attain title of a vehicle.
good on you for surviving though. i'll probably be in the market for a car with decent mpg's this spring, and the fit is on the list. how's the head and leg room in the driver's seat?