Don't worry about what anyone says about the Hi-Point pistol. it is cheap, but it works. It's ugly as sin, but it's dependable. And if it gets stolen from your vehicle, your only out a few bucks compared to losing a S&W or Glock. It won't stand up to long term usage, again like a Glock, but for 5,000 rounds or so it will be an acceptable car gun. BTW, it's also fairly accurate as well as dependable. Again not up to S&W or Glock standards, but good enough for a $200 pistol. So keep your Hi-Point and enjoy it. It seems like you are packed for traveling some distance if/when the vehicle doesn't work. If that's the case I'd also suggest you look into a Hi-Point carbine to go with your pistol. it will let you reach out accurately farther than just the handgun. And NO, I am not a Hi-point fanboy or even an owner, but I do recognize that it serves a purpose and, as long as you don't expect it to be something you'd pass onto your kids after your dead or to win competitions with, it will do well.

Lol, no zombie weapons. I do carry a axe and machete under the seat though!