I bought a new car battery today..

[Agent Orange]

Is it an Optima perchance?

yeah, i picked up a red top cos it was on sale at walmart for 150$. suits my car well because of all the audio stuff i have in it.

 

[Nerlou]

There's a shortage of lead at the moment. Honestly. We're being offered nearly

 

[ggm]

yeah, i picked up a red top cos it was on sale at walmart for 150$. suits my car well because of all the audio stuff i have in it.

Excellent choice.
My last redtop lasted six years (then I sold the car, so it may still be in service...) and I didn't think twice when I needed a new battery for my RX...got another one.
When you factor in the service life (not to mention the reliability), the Optima is a great purchase.