Mental state of mind when buying a Mclaren
Discussion
12pack said:
LordOfTheManor said:
I love my cars it's not about money, if you love them it doesn't matter
but I can only love them like prize possessions that why they have to be the right cars
I’m with you there. All the more important to spring for the right one so you don’t fret about changing for another or losing value, and put the rest of your funds to do good!but I can only love them like prize possessions that why they have to be the right cars
RT964 said:
A bit of yes to both of these. By seeing as many cars as you can, you can compare and contrast the colour, spec and condition of different cars and it will help refine your own personal definition of "perfect spec" so you'll know exactly what you are looking for and what you're willing to compromise on.
As for paying a little more for the right car, I think it's a short term pain that is worth it if the car is intended to be a keeper. Did I overpay for my 964 when I bought it ? Possibly. However, as I've owned it for almost 20 years, that fact doesn't really matter to me.
The question about waiting is entirely personal. I wanted a 458 and did a bunch of research and looked at lots of cars over the back end of last year and earlier this year. In the end I bought the car that best met my spec at a price I was happy to pay and that was available at the time. Is it my perfect spec ? No. Do I regret not waiting for the perfect spec to come along ? No. I've had way more fun in the past 4 months driving the car than waiting for something with a couple of extra options on it !
Good luck with the search - lots of nice cars out there.
Good sensible post on a decent thread , thanks.As for paying a little more for the right car, I think it's a short term pain that is worth it if the car is intended to be a keeper. Did I overpay for my 964 when I bought it ? Possibly. However, as I've owned it for almost 20 years, that fact doesn't really matter to me.
The question about waiting is entirely personal. I wanted a 458 and did a bunch of research and looked at lots of cars over the back end of last year and earlier this year. In the end I bought the car that best met my spec at a price I was happy to pay and that was available at the time. Is it my perfect spec ? No. Do I regret not waiting for the perfect spec to come along ? No. I've had way more fun in the past 4 months driving the car than waiting for something with a couple of extra options on it !
Good luck with the search - lots of nice cars out there.
LordOfTheManor said:
I admire your patient in waiting! something I struggle with, my father had my share, he was amazing!
Your well thought out plan has probably saved you a fortune and the fairy tale was obtained at the end, the perfect purchase I guess
Tell me - what colour did you go for ?
Your well thought out plan has probably saved you a fortune and the fairy tale was obtained at the end, the perfect purchase I guess
Tell me - what colour did you go for ?
From the day I collected it...has the B&W sound system, interior carbon (paddles etc), Alcantara seats with red accents, lift and diamond cut wheels. I would prob have preferred the bucket seats in truth but those are super rare on a standard 570s so this one ticked most of the boxes for me...haven't seen a car since in that budget and colour that had everything I wanted...I've enjoyed her for 6 months! Taking it to the Ring next month for some track action hopefully it'll go ahead.
I would normally say black but its going to be a little more than that, I'm sure 
LordOfTheManor said:
is the spider a nicer road car than the coupe?
They drive about the same, with no penalty for the open top thanks to the carbon tub.You get better access to noise (and sun) with the spider even with the top up (can lower the rear window), and a bit more interior storage with the coupe. And the coupe looks a bit better vs spider top up. No competition top down
LordOfTheManor said:
How long does the average Mclaren customer 'spend thinking about it' before they commit to a purchase
from 1st glimpse of the 'ad' to handing over the cash?
Is there more to consider when its a Mclaren over lets say Ferrari, Lamborghini ?
I just popped in for a look last weekend, was offered a drive, car was stunning, casually agreed great price with main dealer. from 1st glimpse of the 'ad' to handing over the cash?
Is there more to consider when its a Mclaren over lets say Ferrari, Lamborghini ?
Admittedly it’s only a sports series but it’s still stupendously quick, pre depreciated they are very, very good value currently.
Collecting tomorrow.
bennno said:
I just popped in for a look last weekend, was offered a drive, car was stunning, casually agreed great price with main dealer.
Admittedly it’s only a sports series but it’s still stupendously quick, pre depreciated they are very, very good value currently.
Collecting tomorrow.
Fab! what colour did you go for?Admittedly it’s only a sports series but it’s still stupendously quick, pre depreciated they are very, very good value currently.
Collecting tomorrow.
LordOfTheManor said:
bennno said:
I just popped in for a look last weekend, was offered a drive, car was stunning, casually agreed great price with main dealer.
Admittedly it’s only a sports series but it’s still stupendously quick, pre depreciated they are very, very good value currently.
Collecting tomorrow.
Fab! what colour did you go for?Admittedly it’s only a sports series but it’s still stupendously quick, pre depreciated they are very, very good value currently.
Collecting tomorrow.
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