I happen to be fortunate enough to be able afford a brand new LC rather comfortably but then it would be too pretty and nice to do some of the fun stuff we do. If it was this cut and dry, I wouldn't be having this dilemma right now!
This being said, keep what you have and get a second / spare vehicle for "nice" days. Vehicles are such a poor way to spend money especially if you live in a rust state like myself.
While I don't think I could comfortably afford a new one, many people would look at my finances and say that I could. I'm in my early 40's and want to retire comfortably before 60, more than I want a new $85k vehicle. It's a tough demon to fight though so keep rocking the trusty, crusty Cruiser and grab something different when it feels right.