It’s OK To Drive A Fancy Car
A lot of people will tell you that buying a luxury car is a waste of money because it’s a depreciating asset. And that’s true, because car values drop, unlike homes and stocks for example. But I will say this, what are we accumulating or saving money for……happiness right?
If driving a fancy car makes you happy and you can afford to do so, then do it and don’t feel guilty. But make sure you treasure the experience each time to give yourself the comfort that yes, this is an expensive item, but I am enjoying it every time I use it. Let’s face it a Mercedes, BMW, Audi, Lexus or even Toyota’s Land Cruiser SUV in Heritage Edition all take the premium gas, have more expensive parts, higher maintenance costs, the latter of which might have you consistently needing to research for a service with terms similar to auto repair in Lakewood CO or with more location-specific terms if that was more preferable. Even though this might be seen as an inconvenience by some I can assure you that this is far from the truth in my experience.
Luxury Factors to Enjoy
So if you have a luxury car, enjoy the high-end attributes of it such as (1) the premium sound system it offers (i.e., Harmon Kardon or Bose, (2) the enhanced and more refined power, (3) the luxurious interior and upholstery, (4) cool gadgets such as navigation, Bluetooth, rear-view camera to name a few (yes I know you can get number 4 in other non-luxury brands as well. You can also add a few extra little touches yourself, such as privacy window film, to make it look even more expensive, as well as shield the interior from prying eyes. Also, a luxury car can last longer if you love it and care for it, in ways such as don’t drive like a maniac (lol), clean and maintain it regularly, and most importantly, love it. When it comes to maintenance, probably the most important part of your car is the suspension. In order for the ride to be smooth, it is necessary to ensure that the rear and front suspension parts of the car are in excellent condition. In addition, regular maintenance on your luxury car can prevent excessive wear on other systems as well, helping you save a lot of money on repair costs. In fact, this is true for all vehicles. Even Toyota’s budget cars, for example, require a clean engine air filter to function properly. Engine air filters assist in preventing contaminants in the air from entering your engine and causing damage over time. For more information about car parts you may visit the websites similar to gloucestertoyota.com.
Prime Example – ME!
I have a Mercedes C-300. I didn’t buy it new. I bought a 2009 model in 2014 so it was 5 years old when I bought it (I do recommend buying a luxury car that is used and in great condition because buying a new one REALLY depreciates in value and is not a smart money move as you may find in many financial articles – e.g. http://www.autobytel.com/luxury-cars/car-buying-guides/nine-good-reasons-to-buy-a-used-luxury-car-125378/). But I feel great when I drive it.
I know I purchased something that I ENJOY driving and experiencing each day. I mentally prepare myself when I sit in my vehicle to enjoy the satisfaction it offers and savor the ride (even when I’m going to work lol). Actually, that’s a good point I raise (lol). Many times we are driving alone because we are driving to and from work. So why not enjoy doing that? If you buy a luxury car and hate driving and are of the mentality of going from point A to point B, then it may not make sense to buy a luxury car.
The bottom line is we strive for financial freedom because we want the things we want. And if we want a luxury car, we shouldn’t feel guilty about that. Whatever we buy, we should enjoy. I wonder how many times I used the word “enjoy” in this post, lol.
I look at as if you can afford it go for it.
Yes! Affordability is the #1 consideration and many factors go into it such as acquisition and regular maintenance and reserve for unexpected repairs.
I agree with your thinking SMM – if driving a luxury car truly makes you happy, then why not. We don’t really do much driving, nor have much of an attachment to cars, so we’re happy with our 2007 Mazda 3. As long as it’s comfortable (as well as provides good temperature), safe and reliable then that’s all we need for us 🙂
Tristan
It can be very nice to drive around in a car, that gives you a sense of enjoyment, pride and something to cherish. I bought a 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 2nd hand and have loved it for every minute. A gorgeous car that cost < $14kAUD. Luxury doesn't have to be expensive and as you say, if you go to all the trouble of saving, what's the point if you don't enjoy the outcome?!
Absolutely. If you enjoy it, gives you a thrill and your truly believe it’s money well spent, then go for it. I had a Mercedes for a couple of years but got tired of it. Fortunately I didn’t have any major issues with it and sold it for a nice price 🙂
If you enjoy it, gives you a thrill and your truly believe it’s money well spent, then go for it. zalo download
Thank you for wonderful post.
The impressive cutting-edge technology that continues to climb to new, exciting heights is always found first in luxury vehicles before making its way to the mainstream.
Yes, I also agree with you that its okay to drive a fancy car but many peoples say it’s wastage of money but driving a luxury cars experience something else.
Yes everyone wants to diver a fancy car with there loved one.
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Yes, I agree with you, Fancy car driving is really amazing. Nice article.