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Originally Posted by Ed Garces
I think people buy a $50,000+ car because they can afford it and probably couldn't give a damn what other people would say about their cars.They also buy a BMW, MB, or a Porsche because of the brand. This long thread did nothing but over-analyse the logic of buying these type of cars, not to mention turning off some people by expressing or displaying our own personal values. This would be like questioning women and arguing why they want expensive jewelries!
MyX5 is my first BMW and I bought it because it looked great, most of the people I know would not buy another american car after they bought their bimmer, and I always wanted to own a BMW, a Porsche, or an MB because I simply found them very appealing, and of course, it's time to spend my hard-earned money on my dreams. It's my reward and I also couldn't give a crap on what other people think about my car, whether it has the highest horsepower or fastest 0-60 record.
Do I own a Rolex? Not yet, but someday soon I will and it has nothing to do with being a snob either  Somehow I still find my $40 Timex Ironman watch better suited for running and my active lifestyle. So why would I buy a Rolex? Because it's a Rolex! |
My two cents: I've had quite a number of BMWs, in fact I'm obsessed with them. I buy them primarily for performance and sport. Class and exclusiveness/prestige play a role, albeit minor - mainly because I like to buy rarer vehicles (ie 4.6is with custom ordered Imola Red leather AND trim, 2005 M3 Competition with literally, every option...etc). It rolls over to jewelry too. Although I do have a rolex president (actually officially called the "day date"), I think I bought it more for the brand and recognition as you alluded to in your previous statement - tantamount to perhaps mercedes moreso than bmw's image. Certainly I wouldn't call a rolex the 'performer' of the watch world, theyre not even that accurate. If you want true class performance and heritage, I've got a few words for you...Vacheron Constantine, Patek Phillipe, Piaget. Though my bankroll wont currently allow for these little toys, perhaps someday - who knows, I'm only 24.
12-16-2005, 01:14 AM
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