New car itch
05-07-2018, 01:57 PM
#61
Instructor
I agree with everyone's general opinion that: if your financial future is secure (it sounds like yours is), then there is no need to justify a 'luxury' item purchase such as a sports/luxury car. And better yet, I view the Porsche as the 'everyman's' sports car, certainly not as flashy as, say, a Lambo or Ferrari. Go for it!
05-07-2018, 01:59 PM
#62
Instructor
I read some of the responses (some truly idiotic) and can offer yet another perspective. I am guessing that you have disclosed your financial situation and saving habits because you are nervous about splurging on an expensive car. Looking for validation from other 911 owners. You have take what we say with several pounds of salt. We are already owners and have to justify the ownership and the cost of purchase now. Otherwise there would be too much cognitive dissonance and misery.
IMHO, if you looking for a fun Porsche to drive on the street, the cheaper Boxster/Cayman mid-engine twins (especially the ones with flat sixes) provide a superior driving experience than the 911. Having owned both cars, I think my 981 Boxster S with the manual was the more fun car to drive on backroads. More enjoyable and extremely nimble. I was an idiot to have have sold that car. I bought my 4s because I wanted to drive my sports car all year long in northern New England. After this winter and even with snow tires, I realized it is easier said than done. Porsche makes a lot of money on the 911 because of the history, heritage and blah, blah, blah. They are very nice cars but not worth the money compared to the mid-engine cars.
IMHO, if you looking for a fun Porsche to drive on the street, the cheaper Boxster/Cayman mid-engine twins (especially the ones with flat sixes) provide a superior driving experience than the 911. Having owned both cars, I think my 981 Boxster S with the manual was the more fun car to drive on backroads. More enjoyable and extremely nimble. I was an idiot to have have sold that car. I bought my 4s because I wanted to drive my sports car all year long in northern New England. After this winter and even with snow tires, I realized it is easier said than done. Porsche makes a lot of money on the 911 because of the history, heritage and blah, blah, blah. They are very nice cars but not worth the money compared to the mid-engine cars.
05-07-2018, 02:11 PM
#63
Race Director
Originally Posted by drcollie
I bought my first 911 when I was IN COLLEGE (age 22). <g>
On the 5th one, now....
Truth be told, age 22 is the PERFECT time to own a 911, because well - you're immortal in one pretty much. And the pretty girls all like 'em.
On the 5th one, now....
Truth be told, age 22 is the PERFECT time to own a 911, because well - you're immortal in one pretty much. And the pretty girls all like 'em.
05-07-2018, 02:14 PM
#64
Instructor
05-07-2018, 02:14 PM
#65
Race Director
Originally Posted by wareaglescott
Why anyone comes on here and lays out their financial picture is beyond me. If you are smart enough to have all that you are smart enough to know you can afford the car or not. Sorry to flame but posting that info and asking random strangers for advice is just silly.
This thread is classic. I hope the OP doesn't doubt surgical moves as much as a car purchase
I think I've lost faith in trusting medical professionals.
05-07-2018, 02:16 PM
#66
Race Director
Originally Posted by drsubie
Much like jewelry, they prefer something flashier!
I kid...I wasn't being sexist!
I kid...I wasn't being sexist!
Correct. Was referencing the other Doc. Dr. Collie.
05-07-2018, 02:33 PM
#67
05-07-2018, 04:47 PM
#71
I understand people struggling with this exact question, and I think it is because we understand that buying a 911 is the epitome of an unnecessary "want" in life when we see so much "need" in the world. It makes MOST good moral people feel a bit guilty. Having said that, you only live once and cannot take anything with you. Buy the car and get some enjoyment for yourself.