Herb & Suds
Well-Known Member
Nothing wrong with a 36 mile to a gallon grocery grabberThirty years ago I wanted a Lexus coupe so bad I could taste it. The brochure plainly listed the sunroof (a feature that lowers effective roof height by a critical two inches. It was like having a kid play with your hair while trying to drive.) as optional. However, every single unit shipped to the region came with the sunroof. I pointed out that the sunroof was a listed option, and that I did not opt.
Finally the manager told me that the motor company based its decisions on a composite customer. They also did not offer a “build to spec at factory” program.
I got one anyway. Had it for two years as a garage queen. Sold it spotless with under 10k, for not a lot of loss.
I discovered a peculiar thing about owning an expensive (by my lights) car. The pleasure of driving it was nullified by the unrelenting low- level anxiety of door dings every time we parked it in public. Now I shop near the bottom of the market, and am happier.