Car names

I have always resisted naming my cars, finding the practice much to precious for my sensibilities. Many times I have been asked if my car has a name and the response has been "Yes, Saab 9-3". However, a recent acquaintance heard my car start up for the first time and said "ooh, she's growly", Now I have decided that after 6 years of ownership, my car is indeed a girl, or maybe a woman. How many human (or goddess) years does one car year represent? Certainly not as many as dog years, let's say one car year equals 5 human years. My car is 30, mature, but still flighty and adventurous. A great dating age.

My car was born Swedish. It took 6 years to decide she was a girl (I'm sure my mechanic knew after peering under her skirts). and I think I'm ready to consider a name. Today I wonder if people have better relations with named cars? Will a name improve my carmic rating?

I love my car. She's perfect for me. I feel absolute carma every time I see her and after every drive, long or short. She's safe, strong, sexy and stylish, yet practical, understated and sweet. Consequently, I think she needs a Swedish name and found the following useful swedish name site.

I like: Antonetta, a Swedish form of French Antoinette possibly meaning "invaluable."

I'm also considering: Linnea, meaning "twinflower." (Linnea): Swedish name derived from the name of the flower, known in English as the "twinflower." I like this quite a bit, as it reflects the dual nature of her personality.

One more: Mia, a Danish and Swedish pet form of Maria, meaning "beloved."

I'm just not sure that naming my car is going to improve my relationship with her. I'll never get a vanity plate with her name, and will reveal her name only if someone asks. It needs to be something only she and I understand. That seems carmic.