Before I go off on my tangent, I have to apologize for my negligence in posting. This week has been pretty intense - I'll explain later. And I know I normally post my frugal fashion finds on Friday (holy alliteration, batman!), but I just don't have it in me today.
So, I'll just vent to my fantabulous blog readers about The Hoff and his way of thinking.
You see, The Hoff needs a new car. He is currently driving a 1998 Toyota Camry, lovingly referred to as Tonya, the green monster. It's got quite a few dings (pictures to come soon) and malfunctions-i.e. the security system is shot to hell and randomly goes off while he's driving. I like to think of these as artistic flair.
In the glorious state of Virginia, state inspections are required once a year, and in Northern Virginia, emissions inspections are required every two years. Poor ol' Tonya won't pass either without $1300 worth of work done. She's worth $1500-$1900. Obviously, it's time for a new car.
The Hoff was expecting this and has been looking at cars already. And, he's hell bent on getting a BMW.
Maybe it's just me, but I don't understand the appeal of luxury cars, or cars in general. The minute you drive them off the lot, their value depreciates by thousands of dollars. More than likely, it's going to get scratched, dinged, damaged, etc., so why pour so much money into something you won't make any money off of??!!
I've tried to reason with him:
Me: I just don't get why you don't look into a Toyota, Honda, Nissan, etc.
The Hoff: I've wanted a BMW my whole life. I'm 24, I don't have any responsibilities, it's the perfect time to get one.
Me: I've wanted a pair of Jimmy Choos my whole life. I'm 25, my legs will never look like this again-I may as well invest in some stilettos to accentuate them. But, why should I spend $1000 on Jimmy Choos when I can get the same effect on a $65 pair from Nine West?
The Hoff: Go ahead and get them then.
This, coming from the guy who rants and raves that he doesn't understand why girls need so many shoes, purses, etc. Yet, a luxury car is justifiable.
I'm throwing in the towel. I've tried to be the voice of reason, but there's just no getting through. Luckily, I'll have something to throw in his face when I go on my next shoe shopping spree.
The Hoff may have won the battle, but I will win the war! :)
Friday, October 2, 2009
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2 comments on "Boy Logic Makes Zero Sense"
I don't where to begin- this argument has more holes in it than Swiss cheese. First off, only a NEW (2010) car loses value and depreciates once you drive it off the lot. Therefore, no way am I going to buy a new car. Secondly, nissans are great cars and I have been thinking about purchasing one. Finally, a BMW is so tight. It will last just as long as Tania and will look and drive 10x better. So go ahead buy the shoes- they won't look as cool or last as long as Tania 2.0.
I think the war has begun :)
Oh I beg to differ on that lasting comment. There is something spectacular and amazing called a shoe repairman. I have them on speed dial.
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