Does enjoying barging mean you're getting old?
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I have a confession to make. I like barging and I am 22.
I now enjoy gently wafting about the countryside and driving down the motorway at 56mph whilst reclined in a big leather armchair on wheels. I deliberately drive slower than I could, partly to save fuel, partly because it's just so relaxing and partly because I'm just so comfy I don't really want to arrive because then I have to get out. I now understand the point of the automatic gearbox, and can see why soft suspension and sprung seats can be a good thing. I have a playlist which only includes relaxing music in the barge, just to soothe me even further.
If I'd been asked two years ago whether I wanted a barge and would ever drive in such a manner I would have said not a chance, as I liked to drive everywhere at warp speed 5 where possible.
The question is, does this mean I'm getting old (or god forbid growing up, I really hope not)?
I now enjoy gently wafting about the countryside and driving down the motorway at 56mph whilst reclined in a big leather armchair on wheels. I deliberately drive slower than I could, partly to save fuel, partly because it's just so relaxing and partly because I'm just so comfy I don't really want to arrive because then I have to get out. I now understand the point of the automatic gearbox, and can see why soft suspension and sprung seats can be a good thing. I have a playlist which only includes relaxing music in the barge, just to soothe me even further.
If I'd been asked two years ago whether I wanted a barge and would ever drive in such a manner I would have said not a chance, as I liked to drive everywhere at warp speed 5 where possible.
The question is, does this mean I'm getting old (or god forbid growing up, I really hope not)?
Yes it means you're getting old and sensible, but blimey charlie you're only 22! I was 10 years older before I got sensible.
Take some drugs and buy a Saxo, then come back to it in 10 years.
edit: Owning a 560SEC at 22. That's actually quite cool.
Take some drugs and buy a Saxo, then come back to it in 10 years.
edit: Owning a 560SEC at 22. That's actually quite cool.
Edited by mnkiboy on Friday 13th April 12:44
chris182 said:
I have a confession to make. I like barging and I am 22.
I now enjoy gently wafting about the countryside and driving down the motorway at 56mph whilst reclined in a big leather armchair on wheels. I deliberately drive slower than I could, partly to save fuel, partly because it's just so relaxing and partly because I'm just so comfy I don't really want to arrive because then I have to get out. I now understand the point of the automatic gearbox, and can see why soft suspension and sprung seats can be a good thing. I have a playlist which only includes relaxing music in the barge, just to soothe me even further.
If I'd been asked two years ago whether I wanted a barge and would ever drive in such a manner I would have said not a chance, as I liked to drive everywhere at warp speed 5 where possible.
The question is, does this mean I'm getting old (or god forbid growing up, I really hope not)?
not alone there..............I drive slower in mine, and arrive unstressed and relaxed............but then I'm 48.I now enjoy gently wafting about the countryside and driving down the motorway at 56mph whilst reclined in a big leather armchair on wheels. I deliberately drive slower than I could, partly to save fuel, partly because it's just so relaxing and partly because I'm just so comfy I don't really want to arrive because then I have to get out. I now understand the point of the automatic gearbox, and can see why soft suspension and sprung seats can be a good thing. I have a playlist which only includes relaxing music in the barge, just to soothe me even further.
If I'd been asked two years ago whether I wanted a barge and would ever drive in such a manner I would have said not a chance, as I liked to drive everywhere at warp speed 5 where possible.
The question is, does this mean I'm getting old (or god forbid growing up, I really hope not)?
The real test is do you listen to Radio 1 or Radio 2 or Radio 4
mnkiboy said:
Take some drugs and buy a Saxo, then come back to it in 10 years.
No money left for drugs, spent it all on petrol! BorkFactor said:
This is exactly why I love my car. Stick the cruise to 60, sit back in the lovely leather seats, and relax in total comfort with a brilliant sound system.
And when you are not in the mood for that, it really does shift!
Yup, that's where it's at.And when you are not in the mood for that, it really does shift!
djglover said:
I like my cars, like my women, fat and old
Cars yes, women ......No 
Your not getting old, you've just copped on early that there is different types of motoring while still being a petrol head at the same time. Nothing like 3.0lt+, auto, good seats and 'soft' suspension but still having plenty of poke along with a car that will cruise with ease at 100mph + all day long.
Well done too on getting a 560. I suppose if your going to do it you may aswell do it properly.
Well done too on getting a 560. I suppose if your going to do it you may aswell do it properly.
BorkFactor said:
chris182 said:
Radio 2 every time. Oh dear, it's not sounding good is it?
Radio 2 is fine - I am 19 and occasionally listen to Radio 2. Radio 1 is utter, utter s
te. BorkFactor said:
This is exactly why I love my car. Stick the cruise to 60, sit back in the lovely leather seats, and relax in total comfort with a brilliant sound system.
And when you are not in the mood for that, it really does shift!
Bugger it, I read that thinking "Mmmm, am I doing the right thing, should I go and buy a bigger car instead.."And when you are not in the mood for that, it really does shift!
And then saw it was you posting it! Want one nowwwww!
And to the OP, the way I see it is similarly to Johnboy. You're not getting old until you can't understand any other form of motoring - we all like to relax sometimes, so don't worry, be proud and just enjoy that you are quite comfortably (boom boom) outbarging people twice your age!
OP - wouldn't get too fussed if I was you. Like it's been said, everyone has different loves. I'm a barge fan, but can't stand revvy japanese hot hatches. Dunno why, just don't get them (like every proper petrolhead though, I have had an MX5!).
Quite a few years ago, one of my mates at the age of 20 was driving round in a Jag XJ6 so you're not the only one!
Quite a few years ago, one of my mates at the age of 20 was driving round in a Jag XJ6 so you're not the only one!
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