The itch for something more...does it end?

[DRCraig]

Funny enough I had the same itch in 2017 after turning 30, sold the E90 320d to my bro and got the F30 330d, wasn't necessary as the E90 at the time was still fresh with lowish miles and paid up but i really wanted the 330d, I've since been on some amazing road trips and adventures with it and don't regret that decision at all. now 7 years later i do have an itch for a G01 30d but I'm still finding it hard to say bye to the F30 rn. everytime i driver her it just feels right, who knows what the future will hold but currently content with the F30 330d.

I followed you're thread wrt 320d E90->330d F30

Very interesting indeed. Glad to hear the 30d still scratches you're itch lol

 

[DRCraig]

If you look at my car history, no, it never ends

As stated above, as long as you're doing it for the right reasons there's no issues with treating yourself (within reason of course). I have learned recently that you can't scratch every itch, even if you have the means to do so. Part of maturing I suppose.

I now regret selling my 330d, but then that's valid for most of the fun cars I've owned.

Buy the 330d and enjoy it... It's definitely an epic daily.

What a history indeed. Some VERY interesting cars there. As Llew mentioned, we chose our poison- cars.

 

[DRCraig]

The itch never dies hehehe
Pull the trigger on the 30d, you'll get used to it and move on again

That's what worries me lol

 

[modocrat]

That's what worries me lol

It shouldn't worry you, think of it as swiping right on Tinder, but for long term pleasure.

 

[DRCraig]

It shouldn't worry you, think of it as swiping right on Tinder, but for long term pleasure.

One way to look at it.

 

[TBP88]

I'm probably the wrong person to ask about the constant itch for something new/better. Truth is you also have to be realistic with what is attainable and how you want to allocate your resources. At the end of the day, nobody here has limitless funds, spending X thousand extra on a car per year (be it an older car in running costs, or a newer car in finance or purchase price) will mean you have to skimp on savings, holidays, or other hobbies.

The idea of constantly targeting the new thing (car wise) I think is insane - either you're constantly going to be sacrificing else because so much of your money is shovelled into cars or you're going to be constantly unhappy with the very thing you're sitting in. I'm always amazed at the speed with which some swap cars, I can't imagine only owning a car for a year or two - you can't remotely experience everything your car has to offer in that time if it's anything more capable than a medium warm hatchback!

Anyway, I think making sacrifices for an *end goal* car is worth it. But to constantly refinance a new car every few years just to scratch the itch for "new" will be financially (and personally) ruinous. Enjoy what you have and survey what you want.

 

[Spanky]

I'm probably the wrong person to ask about the constant itch for something new/better. Truth is you also have to be realistic with what is attainable and how you want to allocate your resources. At the end of the day, nobody here has limitless funds, spending X thousand extra on a car per year (be it an older car in running costs, or a newer car in finance or purchase price) will mean you have to skimp on savings, holidays, or other hobbies.

The idea of constantly targeting the new thing (car wise) I think is insane - either you're constantly going to be sacrificing else because so much of your money is shovelled into cars or you're going to be constantly unhappy with the very thing you're sitting in. I'm always amazed at the speed with which some swap cars, I can't imagine only owning a car for a year or two - you can't remotely experience everything your car has to offer in that time if it's anything more capable than a medium warm hatchback!

Anyway, I think making sacrifices for an *end goal* car is worth it. But to constantly refinance a new car every few years just to scratch the itch for "new" will be financially (and personally) ruinous. Enjoy what you have and survey what you want.

Gotta agree, persoanlly.

Depending on your income level, one could be pissing away a significant portion of your lifetime net worth on financing charges etc.. It's in your own best interest to dream within reason.

I'm averaging just over 5 years' ownership per car, which I think is pretty reasonable. I'm comfortable with this approach, others will likely find it boring.

 

[Naruto]

That's what worries me lol

It shouldn't worry you, such is life.

 

[nirvash]

As said already,

The itch never goes away. Goal post always change and get grander as you progress.
Life if short, drive what makes you happy. While and when you can.

Keen to see your 330d!