Countdown to my Car
04 July 2014, 07:22 PM
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Wow, as surprising as this may seem for once I am in complete agreement with you. 
Anyone who buys a car as an investment will be very disappointed (classic exotica aside).
Life is too short to worry about how much you may lose on this car or that car or this deal or that deal.
Get the car you want and enjoy it or spend your whole life worrying about how much it may cost and telling yourself you'll buy it next year... I know which I prefer!
Anyone who buys a car as an investment will be very disappointed (classic exotica aside).Life is too short to worry about how much you may lose on this car or that car or this deal or that deal.
Get the car you want and enjoy it or spend your whole life worrying about how much it may cost and telling yourself you'll buy it next year... I know which I prefer!
We may even agree that AMGs are the best cars in the world
Now, lets get back to fighting
04 July 2014, 07:32 PM
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04 July 2014, 07:35 PM
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I'm speechless how you think it's quite acceptable to throw so much money away. I wouldn't dream of buying a new car regardless of my financial situation. I'd much prefer to buy a year old one which has already lost the largest chunk of money.
On average, a new car will be worth just 40% of its new value after just three years. So your 40K merc will return you in the region of 16 grand after just 36 months of motoring. That to me is utter madness, and I'm far from 'hard up'.
On average, a new car will be worth just 40% of its new value after just three years. So your 40K merc will return you in the region of 16 grand after just 36 months of motoring. That to me is utter madness, and I'm far from 'hard up'.
That really depends on what kind of car you are talking about and at what point in its life cycle. Perhaps that is the case for Fords, Vauxhalls etc
However you try and buy a year old M car, AMG (apart from S class type versions), Porsche etc one year after a brand new model release and it may only be a few £k less than brand new.
I can bet you that a second hand new version M3 in a years time from a dealer will be a prime example of this.
So you are basically talking about 'non premium brands/models' or premium brands/models at the very end of their model cycle.
04 July 2014, 07:38 PM
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Two"cars" on the driveway, both bought new; £76k for both in cash.
Damn I must be a proper retard.
F**k it, we love cars/vans and they give us huge amounts of pleasure.
Each to their own; the thought of endlessly obsessing about bloody houses bores me to death but seems to make our entire nation feel artificially happy.
Damn I must be a proper retard.
F**k it, we love cars/vans and they give us huge amounts of pleasure.
Each to their own; the thought of endlessly obsessing about bloody houses bores me to death but seems to make our entire nation feel artificially happy.
But I agree, spend somebody else's money, pay it back at a higher rate, then lose a load more when they eventually let go of your *****. But just remember, you will be much happier than people like me that save and pay cash, I have so much regret .
It's funny how some people find happiness by bending over for the bank manager.
Look, joking aside, I was in hospital for a year and nearly died, if it makes you happy then enjoy, and don't forget to add sound to your vids so I can have a listen to the noise.
04 July 2014, 07:43 PM
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If you had got your car's on drip you could have a Ferrari
But I agree, spend somebody else's money, pay it back at a higher rate, then lose a load more when they eventually let go of your *****. But just remember, you will be much happier than people like me that save and pay cash, I have so much regret .
It's funny how some people find happiness by bending over for the bank manager.
Look, joking aside, I was in hospital for a year and nearly died, if it makes you happy then enjoy, and don't forget to add sound to your vids so I can have a listen to the noise.
But I agree, spend somebody else's money, pay it back at a higher rate, then lose a load more when they eventually let go of your *****. But just remember, you will be much happier than people like me that save and pay cash, I have so much regret .
It's funny how some people find happiness by bending over for the bank manager.
Look, joking aside, I was in hospital for a year and nearly died, if it makes you happy then enjoy, and don't forget to add sound to your vids so I can have a listen to the noise.
I wish more people thought the same.
04 July 2014, 07:44 PM
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I'm speechless how you think it's quite acceptable to throw so much money away. I wouldn't dream of buying a new car regardless of my financial situation. I'd much prefer to buy a year old one which has already lost the largest chunk of money.
On average, a new car will be worth just 40% of its new value after just three years. So your 40K merc will return you in the region of 16 grand after just 36 months of motoring. That to me is utter madness, and I'm far from 'hard up'.
On average, a new car will be worth just 40% of its new value after just three years. So your 40K merc will return you in the region of 16 grand after just 36 months of motoring. That to me is utter madness, and I'm far from 'hard up'.
04 July 2014, 07:48 PM
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Yes get the money spent when your young enough to enjoy it
No point in being old and knackered saving it for your kids inheritance
If it makes you feel good get it spent otherwise you will regret it when your older
Now when is the gtr Nismo out
Sod my boy he makes enough
No point in being old and knackered saving it for your kids inheritance
If it makes you feel good get it spent otherwise you will regret it when your older
Now when is the gtr Nismo out
Sod my boy he makes enough
04 July 2014, 07:52 PM
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I'm guessing tittleled is hooning his head off and cannot stop!
Back in '98 when I bought my 'dream car' - an Integrale Evo - I drove/hooned about all weekend from that Friday night to Sunday night. Only stopping at home for sustenance and bed. Did £374 in petrol.
Back in '98 when I bought my 'dream car' - an Integrale Evo - I drove/hooned about all weekend from that Friday night to Sunday night. Only stopping at home for sustenance and bed. Did £374 in petrol.
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04 July 2014, 07:55 PM
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Doubt it man the guy is used to quick cars I imagine
04 July 2014, 07:56 PM
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That really depends on what kind of car you are talking about and at what point in its life cycle. Perhaps that is the case for Fords, Vauxhalls etc
However you try and buy a year old M car, AMG (apart from S class type versions), Porsche etc one year after a brand new model release and it may only be a few £k less than brand new.
I can bet you that a second hand new version M3 in a years time from a dealer will be a prime example of this.
So you are basically talking about 'non premium brands/models' or premium brands/models at the very end of their model cycle.
However you try and buy a year old M car, AMG (apart from S class type versions), Porsche etc one year after a brand new model release and it may only be a few £k less than brand new.
I can bet you that a second hand new version M3 in a years time from a dealer will be a prime example of this.
So you are basically talking about 'non premium brands/models' or premium brands/models at the very end of their model cycle.
04 July 2014, 08:03 PM
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Superb! Proper enjoyment of a car!
04 July 2014, 08:04 PM
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That really depends on what kind of car you are talking about and at what point in its life cycle. Perhaps that is the case for Fords, Vauxhalls etc
However you try and buy a year old M car, AMG (apart from S class type versions), Porsche etc one year after a brand new model release and it may only be a few £k less than brand new.
I can bet you that a second hand new version M3 in a years time from a dealer will be a prime example of this.
So you are basically talking about 'non premium brands/models' or premium brands/models at the very end of their model cycle.
However you try and buy a year old M car, AMG (apart from S class type versions), Porsche etc one year after a brand new model release and it may only be a few £k less than brand new.
I can bet you that a second hand new version M3 in a years time from a dealer will be a prime example of this.
So you are basically talking about 'non premium brands/models' or premium brands/models at the very end of their model cycle.
Just an example, brand new basic e90 M3 was circa £55000. One year old examples can be picked up from around 40K now.
Even expensive prestige models lose huge amounts in very little time. In fact, the cars that lose the least are cheaper, more economical models.
End of the day it's the fellas money, hope you're enjoying your new car fella. I'd imagine you are :-)
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04 July 2014, 08:05 PM
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Yeah, it was a bit embarrassing actually, as I 'earnt a bit of a name for myself' with the Braintree Massif, at the time lol
One 'session', I hooned so hard in it that I caused the NSF - 'the roundabout tyre' - to literally wilt under the strain. All air had escaped from it, but it wasn't punctured.
with the Braintree Massif, at the time lol One 'session', I hooned so hard in it that I caused the NSF - 'the roundabout tyre'
- to literally wilt under the strain. All air had escaped from it, but it wasn't punctured.
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04 July 2014, 08:06 PM
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By Christ, some people on here would have an apoplexy if they knew how much I'm about to spend each month on an M3 lease
I mean, I won't even own it after 3 years.....what a waste....blah blah blah.
On the other hand, my Boxster is rising nicely in value every month - if it carries on at the current rate in 12 months time it'll be worth more than I paid for it 3 years ago
Back of the net.
I mean, I won't even own it after 3 years.....what a waste....blah blah blah.
On the other hand, my Boxster is rising nicely in value every month - if it carries on at the current rate in 12 months time it'll be worth more than I paid for it 3 years ago
Back of the net.
04 July 2014, 08:10 PM
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I got a moped when I was 16 and did 1000 miles in the first week,mind you it only cost £2 to fill the tank.
My favourite thing is the new car smell, my favourite was a Volvo S60 I had with leather seats, for some reason the leather smell in Volvo's does it for me.
Oh and the tyre's, you've got to be quick with that one, by the time you get home there all dirty.
Anything ive forgotten.
My favourite thing is the new car smell, my favourite was a Volvo S60 I had with leather seats, for some reason the leather smell in Volvo's does it for me.
Oh and the tyre's, you've got to be quick with that one, by the time you get home there all dirty.
Anything ive forgotten.
04 July 2014, 08:12 PM
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By Christ, some people on here would have an apoplexy if they knew how much I'm about to spend each month on an M3 lease
I mean, I won't even own it after 3 years.....what a waste....blah blah blah.
On the other hand, my Boxster is rising nicely in value every month - if it carries on at the current rate in 12 months time it'll be worth more than I paid for it 3 years ago
Back of the net.
I mean, I won't even own it after 3 years.....what a waste....blah blah blah.
On the other hand, my Boxster is rising nicely in value every month - if it carries on at the current rate in 12 months time it'll be worth more than I paid for it 3 years ago
Back of the net.
So will it be M3, Boxster and pickup in the fleet?
04 July 2014, 08:15 PM
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Yea a new car's smell is special. I've found myself religiously cleaning the flies off the front of mine after every trip, i've never done that before. I've already detailed it, yet i'm going to clean it again at the weekend even though its still minty clean
04 July 2014, 08:15 PM
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04 July 2014, 08:20 PM
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When I get a new car the first thing I like to do is take all the stickers off that have the advertising from the dealer on. If you're really cheeky you can ask the dealer to put them in the bin.
04 July 2014, 08:21 PM
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Gone with Gogreen Leasing - I went with them so I'd feel less guilty about my carbon footprint
Have a Forester as well, for the $hitty weather/airport/tip/kids etc.
Back to the OP - hope you're enjoying the car, they do sound good.
I was tempted, but for me the interior didn't cut the mustard.
04 July 2014, 08:24 PM
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04 July 2014, 08:28 PM
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Just an example, brand new basic e90 M3 was circa £55000. One year old examples can be picked up from around 40K now.
Even expensive prestige models lose huge amounts in very little time. In fact, the cars that lose the least are cheaper, more economical models.
End of the day it's the fellas money, hope you're enjoying your new car fella. I'd imagine you are :-)
Even expensive prestige models lose huge amounts in very little time. In fact, the cars that lose the least are cheaper, more economical models.
End of the day it's the fellas money, hope you're enjoying your new car fella. I'd imagine you are :-)
Mate, actually read my post please. The E90 M3 is a prime example of what I was talking about.
A one year old E90 M3 was a run out model. Nobody would have actually paid £55k for it, there would have been large discounts for the asking as the brand new model was about to be released.
It wouldn't surprise me if you could have walked into a BMW garage a year ago and negotiated £10k off the price of a new M3.
END OF MODEL CYCLE
04 July 2014, 08:31 PM
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I sorted the deal last month and nearly all the 'cheap' 3 year deals have been pulled as we're now into the 3rd quarter - the lease co's can't now get the big discount BMW were giving them last month.
Gone with Gogreen Leasing - I went with them so I'd feel less guilty about my carbon footprint
No, the L200 went 10 months ago - bought a new Transit Connect for work.
Have a Forester as well, for the $hitty weather/airport/tip/kids etc.
Back to the OP - hope you're enjoying the car, they do sound good.
I was tempted, but for me the interior didn't cut the mustard.
Gone with Gogreen Leasing - I went with them so I'd feel less guilty about my carbon footprint
No, the L200 went 10 months ago - bought a new Transit Connect for work.
Have a Forester as well, for the $hitty weather/airport/tip/kids etc.
Back to the OP - hope you're enjoying the car, they do sound good.
I was tempted, but for me the interior didn't cut the mustard.
Details of the lease deal please?
04 July 2014, 08:35 PM
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Mate, actually read my post please. The E90 M3 is a prime example of what I was talking about.
A one year old E90 M3 was a run out model. Nobody would have actually paid £55k for it, there would have been large discounts for the asking as the brand new model was about to be released.
It wouldn't surprise me if you could have walked into a BMW garage a year ago and negotiated £10k off the price of a new M3.
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A one year old E90 M3 was a run out model. Nobody would have actually paid £55k for it, there would have been large discounts for the asking as the brand new model was about to be released.
It wouldn't surprise me if you could have walked into a BMW garage a year ago and negotiated £10k off the price of a new M3.
END OF MODEL CYCLE