Debunking the PH Supercar Badge of Honour
Discussion
carspath said:
2) to expose the hypocrisy that simply driving a supercar lots , in whatever the circumstances , is in itself a good and commendable thing .
I guess I shall just have to somehow live with the 'exposed hypocrisy' and continue to use my mac for every journey i can, in any weather.Apologies if this offends you.
Are any of these deemed an appropriate journey?
Went up to Pately Bridge for a run out today with the Mrs in my F12. Whilst we were having lunch an eBay auction for some wheels I wanted for my Exige ended and I got the wheels. As we were half way to Darlington where the wheels were I rang the seller and agreed we would pick the wheels up this afternoon.
Last week we went to the coast for a day out, with the dog (shhh, she thinks it's a 'small dog box', she hasn't a clue it's a cat box ;-) ).
But it had to have new tyres fitted first.
Went up to Pately Bridge for a run out today with the Mrs in my F12. Whilst we were having lunch an eBay auction for some wheels I wanted for my Exige ended and I got the wheels. As we were half way to Darlington where the wheels were I rang the seller and agreed we would pick the wheels up this afternoon.
Last week we went to the coast for a day out, with the dog (shhh, she thinks it's a 'small dog box', she hasn't a clue it's a cat box ;-) ).
But it had to have new tyres fitted first.
_Leg_ said:
Are any of these deemed an appropriate journey?
Went up to Pately Bridge for a run out today with the Mrs in my F12. Whilst we were having lunch an eBay auction for some wheels I wanted for my Exige ended and I got the wheels. As we were half way to Darlington where the wheels were I rang the seller and agreed we would pick the wheels up this afternoon.
Last week we went to the coast for a day out, with the dog (shhh, she thinks it's a 'small dog box', she hasn't a clue it's a cat box ;-) ).
But it had to have new tyres fitted first.
Outrageous levels of hypocrisy....Went up to Pately Bridge for a run out today with the Mrs in my F12. Whilst we were having lunch an eBay auction for some wheels I wanted for my Exige ended and I got the wheels. As we were half way to Darlington where the wheels were I rang the seller and agreed we would pick the wheels up this afternoon.
Last week we went to the coast for a day out, with the dog (shhh, she thinks it's a 'small dog box', she hasn't a clue it's a cat box ;-) ).
But it had to have new tyres fitted first.
OP here -- thank you for ALL the comments -- its good to hear different opinions , it stimulates discussion , and gives food for thought .
The ''hypocrisy'' word has, as anticipated , drawn attention and comment , and was used deliberately .
None of the contributors who have so proudly posted photos of their supercars in supermarket car parks etc , have been able to explain why anyone half sensible would willingly want to take a very wide bodied supercar with limited outward visibility to a supermarket of all places !
I mean WHY ?!
Other than for posing , why would you want to parade around in a supercar in a supermarket car park ?
And yes , I know that a supercar can be driven to a supermarket ( after all some of you have proven that with photos ) , but exactly what does that prove ?
It seems to suggest nothing more than that either the driver has only one car , the driver has not chosen the most appropriate tool for the job , or that the driver is badly in need of an ego-boost ..... or am I missing something else , in which case please enlighten me .
I would choose , were I fortunate enough to have a supercar , to drive my supercar solo ( ie not in a convoy ) , in the very early hours of the day , when the roads are clear and the traffic non-existent .
I would never willingly choose to drive it to a supermarket, which is the antithesis of all of the above ..... a Fiesta or a MX5 would be more suitable .
Driving a supercar to supermarkets and the like , merely to accumulate mileage , and then to hold up said mileage as a PH Badge of Honour seems either misplaced or hypocritical , hence the use of the word , and the title of the thread .
Considered , well argued replies would further this discussion , and keep us all informed and amused .
The ''hypocrisy'' word has, as anticipated , drawn attention and comment , and was used deliberately .
None of the contributors who have so proudly posted photos of their supercars in supermarket car parks etc , have been able to explain why anyone half sensible would willingly want to take a very wide bodied supercar with limited outward visibility to a supermarket of all places !
I mean WHY ?!
Other than for posing , why would you want to parade around in a supercar in a supermarket car park ?
And yes , I know that a supercar can be driven to a supermarket ( after all some of you have proven that with photos ) , but exactly what does that prove ?
It seems to suggest nothing more than that either the driver has only one car , the driver has not chosen the most appropriate tool for the job , or that the driver is badly in need of an ego-boost ..... or am I missing something else , in which case please enlighten me .
I would choose , were I fortunate enough to have a supercar , to drive my supercar solo ( ie not in a convoy ) , in the very early hours of the day , when the roads are clear and the traffic non-existent .
I would never willingly choose to drive it to a supermarket, which is the antithesis of all of the above ..... a Fiesta or a MX5 would be more suitable .
Driving a supercar to supermarkets and the like , merely to accumulate mileage , and then to hold up said mileage as a PH Badge of Honour seems either misplaced or hypocritical , hence the use of the word , and the title of the thread .
Considered , well argued replies would further this discussion , and keep us all informed and amused .
Edited by carspath on Monday 5th October 16:17
Why does it bother you so much? That’s a question you really should be asking and answering.
It’s disturbing. You are disturbing. Get some help.
It really is no concern of yours why anyone chooses to drive whatever car they want to whatever destination.
Maybe the route to the supermarket is fantastic? Maybe the wife is using the daily? Maybe it’s their only car and every journey is a blast?
At least your weird obsession with other peoples driving habits is harmless otherwise I would suggest you hand yourself and get some medical attention.
Boosting the ego - why not?
If it annoys a pedant such as yourself at the same time - another excellent reason.
It’s disturbing. You are disturbing. Get some help.
It really is no concern of yours why anyone chooses to drive whatever car they want to whatever destination.
Maybe the route to the supermarket is fantastic? Maybe the wife is using the daily? Maybe it’s their only car and every journey is a blast?
At least your weird obsession with other peoples driving habits is harmless otherwise I would suggest you hand yourself and get some medical attention.
Boosting the ego - why not?
If it annoys a pedant such as yourself at the same time - another excellent reason.
carspath said:
or a MX5 would be more suitable .
What's wrong with an MX5? I quite like MX5s, especially that RF thing they do. Small boot though, you're not getting much in there at the supermarket. Definitely not my weekly alcohol purchase* never mind food. F12 is much better suited. I would go as far as to say the MX5 for a supermarket run is....dare I say it.....innapropriate!Edited by carspath on Monday 5th October 16:17
*I admit it takes 3 Waitrose vans
carspath said:
Other than for posing , why would you want to parade around in a supercar in a supermarket car park ?
And yes , I know that a supercar can be driven to a supermarket ( after all some of you have proven that with photos ) , but exactly what does that prove ?
Because I wanted to, nothing more nothing less.And yes , I know that a supercar can be driven to a supermarket ( after all some of you have proven that with photos ) , but exactly what does that prove ?
Thats the beauty of having one, I don't have to explain myself to you, nor fit your perceived usage model.
For a guy who admits he doesnt own a supercar, you sure do have some very strong opinions on what others should or shouldn't be permitted to do in theirs.
Maybe direct that rage / angst to more healthy pursuits and then, if you want one, get yourself one.
For now, you may want to work on your interpersonal skills.
J
carspath said:
OP here -- thank you for ALL the comments -- its good to hear different opinions , it stimulates discussion , and gives food for thought .
The ''hypocrisy'' word has, as anticipated , drawn attention and comment , and was used deliberately .
None of the contributors who have so proudly posted photos of their supercars in supermarket car parks etc , have been able to explain why anyone half sensible would willingly want to take a very wide bodied supercar with limited outward visibility to a supermarket of all places !
I mean WHY ?!
Other than for posing , why would you want to parade around in a supercar in a supermarket car park ?
And yes , I know that a supercar can be driven to a supermarket ( after all some of you have proven that with photos ) , but exactly what does that prove ?
It seems to suggest nothing more than that either the driver has only one car , the driver has not chosen the most appropriate tool for the job , or that the driver is badly in need of an ego-boost ..... or am I missing something else , in which case please enlighten me .
I would choose , were I fortunate enough to have a supercar , to drive my supercar solo ( ie not in a convoy ) , in the very early hours of the day , when the roads are clear and the traffic non-existent .
I would never willingly choose to drive it to a supermarket, which is the antithesis of all of the above ..... a Fiesta or a MX5 would be more suitable .
Driving a supercar to supermarkets and the like , merely to accumulate mileage , and then to hold up said mileage as a PH Badge of Honour seems either misplaced or hypocritical , hence the use of the word , and the title of the thread .
Considered , well argued replies would further this discussion , and keep us all informed and amused .
You’ve got a big chip on your shoulder. The ''hypocrisy'' word has, as anticipated , drawn attention and comment , and was used deliberately .
None of the contributors who have so proudly posted photos of their supercars in supermarket car parks etc , have been able to explain why anyone half sensible would willingly want to take a very wide bodied supercar with limited outward visibility to a supermarket of all places !
I mean WHY ?!
Other than for posing , why would you want to parade around in a supercar in a supermarket car park ?
And yes , I know that a supercar can be driven to a supermarket ( after all some of you have proven that with photos ) , but exactly what does that prove ?
It seems to suggest nothing more than that either the driver has only one car , the driver has not chosen the most appropriate tool for the job , or that the driver is badly in need of an ego-boost ..... or am I missing something else , in which case please enlighten me .
I would choose , were I fortunate enough to have a supercar , to drive my supercar solo ( ie not in a convoy ) , in the very early hours of the day , when the roads are clear and the traffic non-existent .
I would never willingly choose to drive it to a supermarket, which is the antithesis of all of the above ..... a Fiesta or a MX5 would be more suitable .
Driving a supercar to supermarkets and the like , merely to accumulate mileage , and then to hold up said mileage as a PH Badge of Honour seems either misplaced or hypocritical , hence the use of the word , and the title of the thread .
Considered , well argued replies would further this discussion , and keep us all informed and amused .
Edited by carspath on Monday 5th October 16:17
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