Why do you have to "defend" owning a Vette
03-22-2014, 06:17 PM
#161
Safety Car
03-22-2014, 07:01 PM
#162
Intermediate
I live in Quebec,Canada and bought a 2005 Vette in dec.2012. everyone comments on where did I get the money for it? when I tell them I paid less than 30k they say but it is only for summer driving. I tell them I bought it to drive for 7 months and rain or shine because it was my dream car for 55 years.I don't take 4 vacation trips a year! I drive my dream car instead.that keeps them quiet. most people give me envy looks and others thumbs up.I LOVE my DREAM CAR!!!!!!
I haven't taken a vacation since 2002.My wife and i take care of my parents and i still work four nights a week but it's my DD and i enjoy it a little each day.
03-23-2014, 01:31 AM
#163
my wife and i are in our mid 70s was not blessed to have kids, when i bought the vette
her long time friend said that only selfish people buy two seat cars. my reply was she is just jealous because she is to big to fit. love my vette and will never defend owning it.
her long time friend said that only selfish people buy two seat cars. my reply was she is just jealous because she is to big to fit. love my vette and will never defend owning it.
03-23-2014, 03:52 AM
#165
Instructor
My thoughts exactly.
I purchased my new 2013 Grand Sport, in January of 2013.
Since then, I've had a variety of remarks from neighbors, acquaintances, family members, and even a few friends.
Here's some of the typical comments, and my typical responses.
That's a pretty expensive toy isn't it? --- No, not really, Lamborghinis are expensive, Corvettes not so much.
How much did it cost? --- Out the door, $61,000.
Like I said, that's a lot of money for a toy. --- I've done well, I can afford it.
Why do you need so much horsepower just to drive around town? --- Clearly, you've never driven a high performance sports car, have you?
Looks like you're having a mid-life crisis. --- Hey, growing old is mandatory, growing up is optional!
Most of these people are just jealous, but can't admit it.
Since then, I've had a variety of remarks from neighbors, acquaintances, family members, and even a few friends.
Here's some of the typical comments, and my typical responses.
That's a pretty expensive toy isn't it? --- No, not really, Lamborghinis are expensive, Corvettes not so much.
How much did it cost? --- Out the door, $61,000.
Like I said, that's a lot of money for a toy. --- I've done well, I can afford it.
Why do you need so much horsepower just to drive around town? --- Clearly, you've never driven a high performance sports car, have you?
Looks like you're having a mid-life crisis. --- Hey, growing old is mandatory, growing up is optional!
Most of these people are just jealous, but can't admit it.
03-23-2014, 07:35 AM
#166
Drifting
Thread Starter
03-23-2014, 07:54 AM
#167
Ive never had to defend my Vette until last month. My wife is at me everyday saying she liked the old one better (2012 GS CG M heritage pkg) I traded it in when she was "away" visiting the grand kids for a 2013 427 1SC anniversary edition. I havn't heard anything but "I LIKE THE OLD ONE BETTER, GUESS WE CAN PAINT THE NEW ONE, BUT IT HAS A COVERTABLE TOP"
Go figure
Go figure
03-23-2014, 10:53 AM
#169
Race Director
Just imagine what she thinks about motorcycles!
03-23-2014, 11:12 AM
#170
Drifting
Tell this irresponsible individual that the number one cause of concern for the future of our planet is overpopulation (which given the intellectual level of her remark has to be news to her) and suggest she helps her own species working towards sustainability by stopping popping kids out every year and enjoy life in a two seater.
03-23-2014, 11:30 AM
#171
Le Mans Master
03-24-2014, 12:35 AM
#172
Mine is a daily driver and it always comes up when visiting clients. I simply respond that I average 35-40k miles a year, my car is my office...so why not make my job even more enjoyable 
