Buying a car that no one wants me to buy
Discussion
Tghassall said:
Because it's part of the story. The three people closest to me disagreed with my car purchase. Wanted other opinions.
Respectfully, you're in this predicament because of what other people think. It all started with the opinion of your parents and now you're asking a forum full of random car-enthusiasts and hoping to get the answer you want.What i'm getting at this decision is ultimately yours. Asking other people isn't helping here. If you want and can afford the car, go for it i say.
Desset said:
Cancel the reservation and buy a 3 year old example which has already taken a massive hit on depreciation.
No need to wait . they seem to take a simply massive hit in the first year and lose *comparatively* little after that.'Basic' A7 S Line, OTR list price : £58K
10K miles, 8 months old : £29K
https://usedcars.audi.co.uk/usedcar/audi/a7/a7-spo...
I still wouldn't call it a 'wise' purchase, but everyone has a different dream.
talksthetorque said:
You mean your and a few other opinions.
My opinion is that if OP wants it he should go for it.
But I wouldn't say that was the general opinion just because I think it.
What's your view on whether or not the OP should go against his family's wishes ( as opposed to going against what you think) ?
No, I mean most peoples opinions on tbis thread. It was general opinion due to being the majority response.My opinion is that if OP wants it he should go for it.
But I wouldn't say that was the general opinion just because I think it.
What's your view on whether or not the OP should go against his family's wishes ( as opposed to going against what you think) ?
My view on the OP following his families wishes was not asked for by the OP. It is down to him. Personally, if I want something and can afford it then I don't care what other people think but then I would try to steer clear of anything that will depreciate £10k in a year.
Ignore the negative comments on here OP, jealousy on PH comes out in weird comments and sly digs about financing your purchase or being a home owner? 
Go for it OP, i'm a 28 Y/O homeowner and i'd love to have an A7 with a V6.
I get why you think you 'need' approval for the purchase. Although I care what my parents and partner thinks, I end up doing what I want and have zero regrets.
Go for it OP, i'm a 28 Y/O homeowner and i'd love to have an A7 with a V6.
I get why you think you 'need' approval for the purchase. Although I care what my parents and partner thinks, I end up doing what I want and have zero regrets.
AllyBassman said:
Ignore the negative comments on here OP, jealousy on PH comes out in weird comments and sly digs about financing your purchase or being a home owner?
Go for it OP, i'm a 28 Y/O homeowner and i'd love to have an A7 with a V6.
I get why you think you 'need' approval for the purchase. Although I care what my parents and partner thinks, I end up doing what I want and have zero regrets.
Thanks mate appreciate that! I've decided to go ahead with the purchase!Go for it OP, i'm a 28 Y/O homeowner and i'd love to have an A7 with a V6.
I get why you think you 'need' approval for the purchase. Although I care what my parents and partner thinks, I end up doing what I want and have zero regrets.
Maybe think twice before ignoring your wife's opinion 
If she's not keen on the idea of an A7 she probably won't be happy driving it. (Lots bigger than a 500, of course...) This means whenever you go somewhere together you either take her car, or you'll end up doing all the driving, which can rapidly to lose it's appeal if you do long trips, or like to have an occasional bevvy while out.
If she's not keen on the idea of an A7 she probably won't be happy driving it. (Lots bigger than a 500, of course...) This means whenever you go somewhere together you either take her car, or you'll end up doing all the driving, which can rapidly to lose it's appeal if you do long trips, or like to have an occasional bevvy while out.
I had similar with a used M3. Everyone think it's OTT. Thing is you can buy a car and then sell it later if it's not right for you. Even if it costs a years depreciation, and more to get rid of, it will be worth it for the experience - though possibly one which you won't want to repeat again but that's life ..
Not my personal choice of car but as a 17 plate Audi I'm sure it will be full of gadgets and more than comfortable. I just find these big barges don't feel particularly fast even when they are.
That being said, everyone has different opinions on these things and if its been a dream car of yours then why wouldn't you!
Might be a silly question but have you been out and test driven a few of these?
Also, if you've gone ahead with the purchase, then I would consider looking at the Supersprint Exhaust systems, those Audi V6 Diesels sound incredible with them – https://youtu.be/WN0Zc2CaYYU
That being said, everyone has different opinions on these things and if its been a dream car of yours then why wouldn't you!
Might be a silly question but have you been out and test driven a few of these?
Also, if you've gone ahead with the purchase, then I would consider looking at the Supersprint Exhaust systems, those Audi V6 Diesels sound incredible with them – https://youtu.be/WN0Zc2CaYYU
Ahbefive said:
covmutley said:
So OP, how much would the car cost as a % of your annual salary? I'm sure you will get some answers to that!
Seema a pointless question. The OP could have a million quid in his account and earn 50p per year. Not everyones finances are counted by what they can pay on a monthly or annual basis, everyones situation is different.
but If he has a million quid in the bank I doubt he would be asking the question. Surely what he can afford is important to whether it is 'silly' It's understandable to value your parents opinion still. On this occasion they are right but probably not for the same reasons as most pistonheaders are pointing out.
The A7 is a nice looking car. But really not worth blowing 30k on.
Probably going to depreciate by 7k this year, quite a hefty sum to pay for the privilege of driving a large family car with mediocre performance.
It looks premium and might impress a few co-workers and the neighbours so if that's the aim then go for it. Personally I would invest 20k and use the rest to buy something interesting that the neighbours would be less envious of.
The A7 is a nice looking car. But really not worth blowing 30k on.
Probably going to depreciate by 7k this year, quite a hefty sum to pay for the privilege of driving a large family car with mediocre performance.
It looks premium and might impress a few co-workers and the neighbours so if that's the aim then go for it. Personally I would invest 20k and use the rest to buy something interesting that the neighbours would be less envious of.
Monkeylegend said:
Well I would like to point out that at 26 OP is more likely to be a mortgage owner than a home owner
Some truly baffling responses and comments on here.I'm sure he's worked out what he can or can't afford, so i haven't got the slightest idea as to what point you're attempting to make, if any.
culpz said:
Some truly baffling responses and comments on here.
I'm sure he's worked out what he can or can't afford, so i haven't got the slightest idea as to what point you're attempting to make, if any.
Well if money really is not an issue, then I cannot see how the purchase of a relatively practical, comfortable car is silly at all. I'm sure he's worked out what he can or can't afford, so i haven't got the slightest idea as to what point you're attempting to make, if any.
Not sure about the wife but parents worry about you financially no matter what.
My dads always banged on about not being out of depth ( and rightly so ).
However his comments kinda made me buy a certain house instead of just able to afford house stretching myself I was contemplating. Every day I drive by it saying what if.
Buy what you want.
My dads always banged on about not being out of depth ( and rightly so ).
However his comments kinda made me buy a certain house instead of just able to afford house stretching myself I was contemplating. Every day I drive by it saying what if.
Buy what you want.
AllyBassman said:
Monkeylegend said:
Well I would like to point out that at 26 OP is more likely to be a mortgage owner than a home owner
Enjoy the car OP.
If his name is on the deeds of the property, he's the homeowner.Enjoy the car OP.
Having a Mortgage is irrelevant?
culpz said:
Monkeylegend said:
Well I would like to point out that at 26 OP is more likely to be a mortgage owner than a home owner
Some truly baffling responses and comments on here.I'm sure he's worked out what he can or can't afford, so i haven't got the slightest idea as to what point you're attempting to make, if any.
You deleted the bit where I said enjoy the car so very selective quoting
Monkeylegend said:
I refer you to my post above
You deleted the bit where I said enjoy the car so very selective quoting
Well, the "enjoy the car" bit i was fine with, so i didn't include it You deleted the bit where I said enjoy the car so very selective quoting
Seemed like a serious post and not tongue-in-cheek, so i'm glad that's cleared up. You can't blame considering some of the replies on here.
culpz said:
Monkeylegend said:
I refer you to my post above
You deleted the bit where I said enjoy the car so very selective quoting
Well, the "enjoy the car" bit i was fine with, so i didn't include it You deleted the bit where I said enjoy the car so very selective quoting
Seemed like a serious post and not tongue-in-cheek, so i'm glad that's cleared up. You can't blame considering some of the replies on here.
Just looked again and I did I find it very difficult to take much on here seriously and probably post to many flippant posts.
I was thinking of a career as a comedian but on reflection I think mortgage adviser would be better.
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