It all depends what part of the world you live in and other factors like your economical status ect. In general I think you should own something that has a track record for reability. Stick with something that is easy to repair, or parts accesible in your region. Make sure id fun to drive and fits your everyday needs. Don't blow your wad on a car, unless is money you don't need. Remember a car is a wasting asset.

Go for necessity rather than luxury- or it's an investment on liability..

I totally agree... Not to say that you can give yourself a treat every now and then. That is if every else is covered financialy in your life. Takr for instance my roadster... Very unpractical 2 seater, but I wanted and I could treat myself to it, without affecting my monthly bills. Economics 101.. Don't bite more than you can chew!

Haha...someone is showing off..... Humbly....hee...

Not showing off, just keeping it real. I have earned and worked hard for what I have. I would have prefered a convertible Lambo, but it's beyond my means. I prefer spending my money on travel, entertainment & home. Adding my Tiki Dock to my home, will add equity and value to it, If I decide to sell in the distant future. Don't get me wrong, if I had the wad to spare, I would have bought the Lambo, but you have to set your priorities in life straight. I wouldn't want to drive a $500,000.00 car and live in a shack and not being able to afford to eat out at Mcdonalds, or enjoy a Starbucks cup of coffee, because I would be chocking on a car note. In 5 yrs time that car will have depreciate to $250,000.00... That is the problem with todays society, specially America, that is why the world is in the financial crisis it's in... OVER-SPENDING. Once again economics 101 rule: Don't Bite More Than You Can Chew" and that Susan, conclude my Economics 101 lecture.

Sorry Aramis, if I have commented the wrong intention!!

I very much agree with your thoughts - realistic, practical and "economical" as what you've said...to me...I feel that we have to enjoy our lives within our means... and sharing with others is a joy too !!

Amen to that Susan! You are a very intuative person, i wonder why you are still single?
I see you have done your homework. There is nothing more flatering to any human being, than to see people listening to their spoken words, reading what they wrote and acknowledging on the later. Kudos to you!... (-;

Humbly to say: thank God for He has made me so..

Many thanks to your compliments, Aramis. I guess environment builds a person's character and changes one's perspective too...