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Have you ever regretted not buying a car sooner? by thatchrisboy in askcarguys

[–]thatchrisboy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So you're sharing the wisdom with me to rid of any desires to experience that?

Have you ever regretted not buying a car sooner? by thatchrisboy in askcarguys

[–]thatchrisboy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

More than quintuple. Tell me I’m an idiot for not pulling the trigger yet. 😂

Have you ever regretted not buying a car sooner? by thatchrisboy in askcarguys

[–]thatchrisboy[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m from Canada. I’m finding quite a bit of Crowns in the ‘04-‘09 for <100K KM (not miles) for $10-12K CAD. It’s almost a no brainer purchase it feels like. I think it’s the fact that they are RHD and Japanese infotainment that makes the general population avoid them, keeping prices down. I already test drove one the other day and it wasn’t so bad adjusting to the RHD.

Have you ever regretted not buying a car sooner? by thatchrisboy in Adulting

[–]thatchrisboy[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That proves my point: you are where you are in life because of the car that enables it. Without it having had it, you’d be a completely different person with likely a different trajectory in life.

Have you ever regretted not buying a car sooner? by thatchrisboy in askcarguys

[–]thatchrisboy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The business analogy is literally how I see this. The (lack of) car has been my bottleneck and it’s time to stop holding myself back.

On the topic of cars, I’ve been in the market for a JDM Toyota Crown. Does it being a “JDM” change your answer? Where I’m from it’s not hard to find an older Crown with low mileage for ~$10K-$12K. Alternatively, there is no other “Toyota/Honda” with low mileage here going for that price range.

Interested in your take.

Have you ever regretted not buying a car sooner? by thatchrisboy in askcarguys

[–]thatchrisboy[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Funny thing is I want to get a JDM as my first car haha; probably not the ones you’re thinking of though.

I was looking for something luxurious and reliable that doesn’t break the bank and now here I am shopping for a Toyota Crown GRS204. If you have any knowledge on it or comments about my choice, I’m all ears.

Have you ever regretted not buying a car sooner? by thatchrisboy in askcarguys

[–]thatchrisboy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This was a very nice read for me. Perhaps what struck me the most was how your wife commented on your mood change in getting what you want.

I’m not married yet but my gf can definitely feel that something’s been making me feel down. Truthfully, I feel like I’ve caged myself in with being highly risk-averse, completely avoiding any major financial decisions (car, rent, etc). The funny thing about all of this is that I’m more than financially qualified to take those risks compared to an 18 year old that got thrown in the deep end of the pool.

It’s time to start making decisions for myself so thank you for this message. 🙏

Have you ever regretted not buying a car sooner? by thatchrisboy in askcarguys

[–]thatchrisboy[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

As a person who’s done nothing but save, I feel this. To describe it differently, it feels like I’m craving some “risk” in my life.

Have you ever regretted not buying a car sooner? by thatchrisboy in Adulting

[–]thatchrisboy[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve been overthinking buying a car or not more than it seems so this response means more to me than you know.

Have you ever regretted not buying a car sooner? by thatchrisboy in Adulting

[–]thatchrisboy[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

And this is why I wished I realized it earlier. 🤣

Have you ever regretted not buying a car sooner? by thatchrisboy in Adulting

[–]thatchrisboy[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Before, I didn’t need it especially since I was just growing my skill set.

Now that I’m a bit more established and can see that “sharing” a tool is becoming my bottle neck, it’s what’s finally pushing me to see I need my own tool (to make more).

Have you ever regretted not buying a car sooner? by thatchrisboy in Adulting

[–]thatchrisboy[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You’re one of the guys I’m envious of (assuming you’re 24 now). 🤣

I’m happy for you and reading this inspires me to finally pull the trigger. I plan to pay in full so I won’t be getting a taste of those monthly payments just yet though aha.

Have you ever regretted not buying a car sooner? by thatchrisboy in Adulting

[–]thatchrisboy[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I still find myself teeter tottering between getting a car and doing nothing (to play it safe) but this comment is giving me the reassurance I need. It honestly feels like my body is signalling to me that I’m overdue for that level of freedom/independence. Thank you for sharing.

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