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Re: What Car Should I Buy If Money Were No Object?
2. Not attracting an excessive amount of consideration.
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Some posters embrace me identified how subjective/elastic that’s. What’s ‘an excessive amount of’ consideration and what automotive attracts it? Although truthful sufficient, OP particularly gave Rolls Royce as instance of ‘attractiing an excessive amount of consideration’ and any person later say ‘get a Rolls Royce’.
RR is a longstanding benchmark for consideration getting. OP additionally talked about Bentley however the fashionable VW subsidiary incarnation has a considerably totally different market technique than BMW sub RR: Bentley’s aren’t that uncommon the place I dwell, RR’s nonetheless are. Likewise Ferrari, McLaren and Lambo sports activities automobiles aren’t uncommon in my space. Whether or not they nonetheless ‘entice an excessive amount of consideration’ is as much as the person. I consider they entice some, and it would not be a optimistic for me although not excessive amongst causes I would not get one (noise/journey livability on lengthy street journeys, reliability on similar, restricted additional efficiency/$ v the Porsche/BMW M/Merc AMG stage). I assume there may very well be legitimate variations of opinion whether or not my Porsche ‘attracts an excessive amount of consideration’. I understand subsequent to zero additional consideration regionally, however it’s extra on street journeys to distant locations. OTOH an older ‘cute little’ couple in an costly automotive could not create the identical impression as a youthful particular person driving it. I’ve by no means perceived stress or dangerous emotions attributable to our automotive on journeys. And if I seen crime in opposition to us personally as in any respect seemingly that is someplace we would not go in any automotive.
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by NYCaviator »
OP mentioned they didn’t wish to entice consideration however then talked about how they needed to have a look at a Hennessy Charger Hellcat.
A Hellcat (or any tuned Charger) might be one of the vital conspicuous automobiles you may purchase, purely from a sound perspective. Individuals will hear you coming from blocks away. Cool automobiles, however utterly obnoxious, and never very thoughtful when you dwell in a residential space. It may very well be a wonderful day by day driver in case your purpose is to have your neighbors to hate you.
I second the BMW M or Mercedes AMG strategies. Good, enjoyable to drive, however gained’t entice the mistaken sort of consideration.
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NYCaviator wrote: ↑Solar Aug 13, 2023 2:12 pmOP mentioned they didn’t wish to entice consideration however then talked about how they needed to have a look at a Hennessy Charger Hellcat.
A Hellcat (or any tuned Charger) might be one of the vital conspicuous automobiles you may purchase, purely from a sound perspective. Individuals will hear you coming from blocks away. Cool automobiles, however utterly obnoxious, and never very thoughtful when you dwell in a residential space. It may very well be a wonderful day by day driver in case your purpose is to have your neighbors to hate you.
I second the BMW M or Mercedes AMG strategies. Good, enjoyable to drive, however gained’t entice the mistaken sort of consideration.
Thanks for the warning concerning the noise of the Hellcat. I did not assume the appears have been too jaw-dropping, however by no means thought of that the noise can be attention-getting. Crossing that off the listing.
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Cruise wrote: ↑Fri Aug 11, 2023 8:15 pmNot Jacob Fugger wrote: ↑Thu Aug 10, 2023 5:36 pm
Lamborghini LM002 in delicate colour — WTF was that?
Land Rover 130 Double Cab.
Audi RS6 Avant with carbon optic/black optic choice (Batmobile).
Older Mercedes AMG wagon (W212 or earlier I believe) w/ Brabus mods.
Porsche Sport Turismo Turbo in Volcano Grey.
Mercedes G63 AMG 6×6 Brabus. Should you dwell in Saudi Arabia it gained’t stand out an excessive amount of.Actually impressed on what number of respondents have steered the Mercedes AMG. Undoubtedly want to think about!
Wow. Thanks for this suggestion. Actually! I simply spent a while trying on the web site, and this appears like a reasonably good trying automotive.
AMG is Daimler’s efficiency division. A G-Class is vastly totally different from an E-Class.
Every has their advantages and downsides. I’d personally choose an E-Class property for a lot of the use instances a mean particular person finds driving round within the states. Others choose an SUV or a sedan.
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by stoptothink »
Cruise wrote: ↑Solar Aug 13, 2023 8:41 pmNYCaviator wrote: ↑Solar Aug 13, 2023 2:12 pmOP mentioned they didn’t wish to entice consideration however then talked about how they needed to have a look at a Hennessy Charger Hellcat.
A Hellcat (or any tuned Charger) might be one of the vital conspicuous automobiles you may purchase, purely from a sound perspective. Individuals will hear you coming from blocks away. Cool automobiles, however utterly obnoxious, and never very thoughtful when you dwell in a residential space. It may very well be a wonderful day by day driver in case your purpose is to have your neighbors to hate you.
I second the BMW M or Mercedes AMG strategies. Good, enjoyable to drive, however gained’t entice the mistaken sort of consideration.
Thanks for the warning concerning the noise of the Hellcat. I did not assume the appears have been too jaw-dropping, however by no means thought of that the noise can be attention-getting. Crossing that off the listing.
My ~70yr outdated former drag racer neighbor has a modified (1000+ hp) hellcat and a Jeep trackawk, they’re LOUD.
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by Not Jacob Fugger »
MH2 wrote: ↑Mon Aug 14, 2023 2:52 amCruise wrote: ↑Fri Aug 11, 2023 8:15 pmNot Jacob Fugger wrote: ↑Thu Aug 10, 2023 5:36 pm
Lamborghini LM002 in delicate colour — WTF was that?
Land Rover 130 Double Cab.
Audi RS6 Avant with carbon optic/black optic choice (Batmobile).
Older Mercedes AMG wagon (W212 or earlier I believe) w/ Brabus mods.
Porsche Sport Turismo Turbo in Volcano Grey.
Mercedes G63 AMG 6×6 Brabus. Should you dwell in Saudi Arabia it gained’t stand out an excessive amount of.Actually impressed on what number of respondents have steered the Mercedes AMG. Undoubtedly want to think about!
Wow. Thanks for this suggestion. Actually! I simply spent a while trying on the web site, and this appears like a reasonably good trying automotive.
AMG is Daimler’s efficiency division. A G-Class is vastly totally different from an E-Class.
Every has their advantages and downsides. I’d personally choose an E-Class property for a lot of the use instances a mean particular person finds driving round within the states. Others choose an SUV or a sedan.
If one have been to de-badge an AMG wagon/property and change the wheels and grille with the e-class variations you’d in all probability have a really shut proxy to the Alpina/Hartge/AMG “sleeper” automobiles of the 80s and 90s. Perhaps add a child on board/Harper Valley PTA/Fairfax United jr soccer sticker within the rear window for good measure. Or this one when you dwell the place individuals anticipate a extra agricultural look.
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Not Jacob Fugger wrote: ↑Tue Aug 15, 2023 6:54 pm
If one have been to de-badge an AMG wagon/property and change the wheels and grille with the e-class variations you’d in all probability have a really shut proxy to the Alpina/Hartge/AMG “sleeper” automobiles of the 80s and 90s. Perhaps add a child on board/Harper Valley PTA/Fairfax United jr soccer sticker within the rear window for good measure.
Significantly humorous!
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by Taylor Larimore »
Bogleheads:My spouse died after 62 years of a really blissful marriage and three youngsters. Our greatest distinction was about cash. She was a spender and I used to be a saver.
My subsequent associate can afford any automotive she desires. She drives a 14 12 months outdated Honda. It is likely one of the causes I invited her to dwell with me.
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Cruise wrote: ↑Tue Aug 15, 2023 6:57 pmNot Jacob Fugger wrote: ↑Tue Aug 15, 2023 6:54 pm
If one have been to de-badge an AMG wagon/property and change the wheels and grille with the e-class variations you’d in all probability have a really shut proxy to the Alpina/Hartge/AMG “sleeper” automobiles of the 80s and 90s. Perhaps add a child on board/Harper Valley PTA/Fairfax United jr soccer sticker within the rear window for good measure.Significantly humorous!
One other good AMG choice to get you over the potholes. You would rip the badges off, in fact, to keep up a low profile.
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If cash have been no object, why would I drive in any respect? I’ll have a everlasting driver to drive me anyplace as wanted.
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Cruise wrote: ↑Sat Jul 29, 2023 6:04 pm
This subject is actionable to me. What sort of automotive ought to I purchase? Cash actually is not a difficulty.Listed below are the variables I’m taking a look at:
1. Highway situations within the city atmosphere the place I dwell are usually not one of the best. So, even when I needed a low-slung 911 turbo, I am not getting it as a result of the journey will really feel horrible. Similar for different automobiles that solely are available 21-inch wheels. Not prudent with potholes a typical sight.
2. Not attracting an excessive amount of consideration. Sure, I might prefer to drive a nice-looking automotive, however no means am I tooling round in a Rolls or Bentley. Method too attention-grabbing. Simply not my model.
3. Prime quality, nice appears, and excessive efficiency are essential.
Thanks to your ideas.
The automobiles that I’ve owned in retirement are the one’s I’d purchase “if cash have been no object”.
2024 Honda Odyssey Elite minivan
2022 Honda Passport Elite AWD (lately handed on to son)
2022 Toyota 4Runner TRD Professional four wheel drive (DW)
2012 Toyota Tundra TRD four wheel drive.
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938hp
0-60 in 2.3s
Nevertheless it has 30 collection tire sidewalls, which might require a discount to a smaller wheel dimension (such because the Taycan 4S wheels) to have 45 or 55 collection tire sidewalls.
There are additionally many different different variations, equivalent to Porsche Taycan 4S: https://www.porsche.com/usa/models/tayc … taycan-4s/
536hp
0-60 in 3.5s
Has choice of 225/55-19, Rear Measurement 19″ 275/45-19, 45 & 55 collection tires give just a little higher journey.
Taycan Fashions: https://www.porsche.com/usa/models/taycan/
I see so many Taycans round right here it’s wonderful, how briskly they have to be promoting.
It’s exhausting to beat Porsche for high quality and reliability.
I just like the Audi eTron Gt, however Porsche has a greater observe file.
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by valleyrock »
henry wrote: ↑Solar Sep 15, 2024 9:09 pmI believe you have been joking but when anybody is definitely curious, John Bogle used to drive Volvo station wagons. In keeping with this outdated Forbes article from 2001, he would change them after they have been 8 years outdated.
The Penny-Pincher
https://www.forbes.com/forbes/2001/1210/164.html
I wasn’t joking.
The purpose is that this thread with a foundation of “cash being no object” has nothing to do with investing, saving cash, doing issues higher, contributing to society, or the rest. I’ll take my $1 trillion and go dwelling.