Decoupling buying an item from paying for it causes people to spend more. Drive whatever you want. As an emergency physician, some say I have a stressful job. If your husband hadnt bought a cheap Chevy that never would have happened. Yet when I asked for a Jetta instead of a BMW, their response was. oh come on, it's only an extra $200 a month. A few reports have come in regarding the payments to enter by car or motorbike, more data points are very still welcome in the driving in Armenia thread. About 90 grand new after rebates, but I make 400 grand a year and have a net worth of 1.5 million so the car is 7 percent of my net worth. If you are doing well financially, then by all means go for it. Sometimes people get to see the car a realtor drives before seeing them. The resale value of used cars is also proportionally much higher since someone else has already paid the massive depreciation that comes with driving a new car off the dealer lot. The target market also matters. You mean Armenian Iranian, right?Barry, are you the only that can concur with me that AXE=ASS? The authors arguments illustrate precisely why personal finance requires very few math skills, but plenty of stop making excuses skills for spending money. No amount of life insurance, disability insurance, umbrella coverage or otherwise will prevent you from being killed or injured in an auto accident. Realtors that drive luxury cars do it because they believe it helps their business. Can that be your default? All questions and reports about driving in Armenia are welcome at our driving in Armenia forum thread. The rest of us will get there too lol.-------------------------------------------All my family has Savings, Life insurance and 401Ks. We havent been here long, and yet manage to do that. I like the black suede pants Cynthia too! Armenian men are encouraged to get married with other race's because they will grow the number of Armenians. While possible, it would be a major lifestyle decrease for most. maybe a bit hyperbolic, but generally agree for example, college towns are usually quite easy to do as well (guess it depends what you consider major). I know, no every body is like that, but mostly//--------------------I know I know you said NOT Everyone but mostly!! I get it, its stupid to drive a 100thousand car and live in a apartment! And according to him, it would have never happened if he weren't so worried about making the payments of his S550. I would love to have 6 or more different cars in my garage/driveway. The Durango died. Some clients might pick a realtor based on the car they drive. We get married and pay off vette and student loans. Id prefer my metropolitan area had half as many people as it does. Or is this just exaggeration by angry drivers. Glendale is considered one of the most dangerous cities to drive because of bogus numbers. So, most agents go for luxury cars to give the impression theyre doing well. She's not doing that. Balance is the most important thing when making a decision. if you generalize like that it will fall on every culture not just all ArmeniansNo matter what ethnicity you are, you choose how you want to live your life! KC why the fuck are you so funny? Road quality. The reason is that people think the law is for police to fine citizens. They have equal reliability and create equal amounts of stress. It will be a great deal for someone. Thats actually really impressive to get your transportation costs that low. Armenians are hard working and family oriented people. I worked a really oddball schedule at a steel mill one summer during college and often wasnt sure whether it was AM/PM after waking up or getting off shift. Just keeping up with the registrations, insurance and oil changes on six cars sounds like wayyy too much opportunity cost. The same can be said for a lot of races and females being upset about the same thing. The reason that Armenians rich is: 1. they hard working people. Heck, you could get twice the mileage out of a Prius instead of your Fit but apparently hate the planet too much. What does that mean?2) We care. The only real solution will have to be that, just reality. I bet Future You doesn't appreciate you spending his money either. Id rather use my laptop but general idea is the same. i hate it when a fine chick is dating another fine chick!!! Even maintenance costs are far less, since new cars offer near-zero maintenance over the initial years of ownership, often included with the purchase price. It's really expensive to go to theme parks. It can take a lot and heal itself as long as you dont push it over the edge. Are Europeans really rude to American tourists? It depends on the individuals personal choices and life! Lovely. We don't have any Armenian specials. Eventually gave it to my daughter.she totaled it out a couple years ago.walked away with a couple bruises.so happy to get an insurance check that was much higher than I could have sold the POS for. I work with a 41 year old Armenian guy, he still lives at home with his parents and won't move out until he gets married. Yeah, they actually are considered white. "Armenian customer: "No, no, you do, you do 4 Jumbo Jeck, 4 cheecken sendweech, 4 large fry, 4 drink $5.99.Jack in the Box Cashier 2: "May I take your order? If you decide to get it at the border, watch out. I can only think of one place in my state where that could work, and it would severely restrict recreational opportunities. But the same cars in another area would be a waste of money. Likewise, the smart investor knows the importance of protecting his or her income and insuring his or her life, so why should that investor choose to embark upon the by-far most dangerous daily activity in an old, mildewed rust bucket? It has never broken down and Ive never missed work due to vehicle problems. They have 12 operators signed up to their platform at the moment: all the major companies like Hertz, Avis, Sixt and Europcar, supplemented by local Armenian operators: a good mix of the affordable and the reliable. I love my small city ~300k people. Next morning, the Corvette wont unlock. More detailed is, Armenians have been a developed race for over 6,000 years, a race with a history of kingdoms, religion, artists, writers, etc. Not make or break for doctors, but I still hate throwing money away. As I told me dad when I was 16, I'm going to make enough money someday that I don't have to work on my own cars. I don't even change my own oil any more. Could it be a bad model year? Total expected cost for above lineup = ~$250-$300K depending on age and specifics. enjoy your culture. nobody (including me) is judging you. !But thats mostly is also a strong word! That'll be $4-5K. Everyone has a reason for choosing a particular brand or type of car. BTW, the resolution to the key issue was apparently an updated toll tag, whos new remote wavelength was actively thwarting the keys frequency. While most people wont admit it, we all judge people by what they have. @Monique I cringe when I hear people say racial pride. For more details, see our guide to Armenian border crossings. 3-5 year old seems to be the sweet spot. Even lower cars have wifi and bluetooth now, that will be the big line in the sand. Not to mention you can buy two Sequoias for the cost of a Tesla. (it is my boat on the lake). Maybe he is referring to the stress of not having a warranty to pay for repairs. And yeah, we're saying the same thing lol.David S very impressive. Here's why. Now she drives a 2005 Toyota Sienna and it is excellent. If love to hear about all the other perks this city job offers. LOL. Absolutely. Check out our custom tour offer: competitive prices, tailored to your needs and wants. One might downplay how he had to get his engine rebuilt, as if a project that puts his vehicle in the shop for weeks is somehow as routine as an oil change. Seriously though, different strokes for different folks. This beater driver is unphased by a check engine light or an SRS warning flashing on the dashboard, so long as the car runs and drives. Anyone else have a good solution to the issues with the rare, non-frequent night shifts (when your body is not accustomed to working nights)? For general tips, see Driving the Silk Road. . I want to see what happens if it's a Turkish guy. Again, doubt theres some amazing difference between a 2008 and 2016. The best car rental search engine for Armenia is Economy Bookings. people need to stop thinking that we all drive expensive cars and live for only today and not think about the future! pretty much debunked by Consumer Reports. Maybe you make a million a year I dont know, but I know the jobs I looked at in Boston are 1/3 of what Im making in the mid west, and that extra buys a lot of vacations to cities. It just so happens I know this couple personally. Just like how it would suck if there were no longer any Chinese people or the language or the art in the world. This is the main reason I pay cash for cars as it keeps me from overbuying. It's not the majority you speak of, it's a tiny minority. I know when I moved out for school, all relatives freaked out that I was moving out but its just a matter of preference, and most armenians do stay with parents till marriage! Attempting to rationalize it as anything else is unnecessary and sad. After I wrote the first draft of the post I was glad to see that the WCI himself traded in that Durango on a new Toyota, so perhaps hes softened up a bit in his old age . In some cases, that means going for the luxurious brands. In some areas, luxury cars are perfect because theyll work perfectly. Subarus are great cars but I wouldnt keep one more than 100,000 miles. Not to mention that he is the most pickiest person in the world, he will only marry girls that are under 30 and have to be super hott. If you choose a CPO, be sure to read the fine print on any warranty that is offered to determine whether the vehicle has been certified by a manufacturer, dealer, or third party.. The racial makeup of the city was 63.6% White, 1.6% Black or African American, 0.3% Native American, 16.1% Asian American, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 8.6% from other races, and 10.1% from two or more races. While driving nice cars will keep a middle class family from ever becoming wealthy, a high income professional family, especially one with two working high-income professionals can certainly drive whatever they want and still eventually become financially independent. Please let us know how it worked out for you. Of course there are exceptions to this but most people stay with their own people and culture so what's the benefit? A home mortgage is usually borrowed for how long. I know Im spending a few grand extra per year on vehicles which we could be putting away for retirement or otherwise, and as such were borrowing against our futures, but I have peace of mind knowing she wont have any problems getting around town with her rotations and that I dont have to worry near as much about me or her being injured in a collision. The premium gas alone would have turned me off. I think we're the best drivers and I have many different types of people to compare that too. I know most Armenians would do anything to make their family happy and would follow the norm and date within their culture, and its a shame specially when we live in a country filled with such diversity! Brakes for that year were incredibly expensive.couldnt get off label calipers so got bent over again.A/C died at about 120k miles. I hope I'm not stepping on any toes when I say this. Used Cars, New Cars, Buying Cars, Selling Cars, The following errors occurred with your submission. Diagnosing a transmission whine or a driveline clunk doesnt assist a patient or develop the doctors skills. She is a sweetheart but faces lots of scrutiny from only other Armenians. I keep hearing (and seeing) that Armenians are terrible drivers. Some motorcyclists report paying nothing at all. I guess I'll start with a few disclosures. This is my point. Sold when moving out of the country. How is linking to a news article Tesla bashing? The post was not to defend my particular choices, but to advocate that spending a little money on a new or new-ish quality vehicle can be a worthwhile expense for a doc or other high-income professional. Normally, someone is calling in if theyve seen a car you have in your inventory online, and theyre ready to make an appointment to see the vehicle in person, and purchase the vehicle if it meets their expectations. The best way to reduce your chance of dying in an automobile? The next thing I will do is admit defeat. For doctors or other high-income professionals, within reason, of course. Was it ever something where I would have considered any of them unreliable? You shouldn't have to drop your culture to embrace another one. Realtors spend a lot of time in their cars. But it could also be for comfort and personal branding. As stupid as it may sound to others; no matter how crummy a day I had at the office, driving away in my $70000 luxury muscle car puts a smile on my face. New vehicles are loaded with advanced technology designed to keep drivers and passengers safe and on the roadnot in the breakdown lane. It depends on the individuals personal choices and life! At least both of us abandon the concept of wrenching to save money. I grew up in NYC where I had friends of every ethnic background. Several readers said they dont buy a car when they dont feel they need a new one, instead keeping their ride until it breaks down. Very cool.. Great cars dont necessarily mean the person is the best for the job. I assume he is tying this into the reliability argument above. You may have been winning the argument. There's only one who has my heart and he knows who he is, The best response to the subject - George Carlinyoutube.com/watch?v=xDgm, Armenians women, dont want to be with armenians guys, because they threat them like shit!, they see the womens lower than them, dont know how to respect women, even with their own mothers.!!!! lol, OK Mot!! So, realtors achieve that successful projection. Many realtors know this and dont bother getting a luxury car. I should have made the topic " who believes you should stick to your own ethnicity and why". Then again, you might be Armenian and that was why you were being so defensive? LOL you guys are funny!Its not fair that im generalizing this with all Armenians there are a lot of us who love all, and dont care! Bad is the wrong word. Choose a reliable model and a vehicle that receives your mechanics approval. someone (the original owner) got hosed and someone (me) got a hell of deal. Probably better to just stick with buying only what you need unless you elect to splurge on something. I have to laugh when I see people talk about how inexpensive cars are unreliable. Its a total luxury for me. whats worse is when a fine chick is dating a ugly chick!!!! They have never broken down and rarely needed much more than a new battery. In fact, sitting in my garage right now is a 2005 Toyota Sequoia and a 2016 Toyota Sequoia. Alternator, battery, all 4 tires because the alignment went out on a road trip, lthe whole computer had to be replaced after it failed and the car became nonfunctional. That car is a little more niche and as suck will be much more expensive to fix/maintain that a honda accord etc. Instead of complaining about how others are and what they do, put your remote down, get your ass off the couch and get to work Armenians are one of the oldest races that still exist, they are very small in number and that means it will be very easy to disappear from existance if interracial marriages become common for Armenian women. A car that shows theyre successful at their job. But then Id live thousands of miles away from mountains, canyons, family etc. Paid for that. Second, which varies city-to-city, is crime, and in my town, as well as several others Ive visited, the hospitals are in the worst, highest-crime areas, e.g., here in New Orleans you can walk down the sidewalk next to university hospital and stand in the spot a med student was literally shot for trying to help a rape victim. This is because they follow the old Julian calendar, which is 13 days behind the modern Gregorian calendar. Now he comfortably pays for a Panorama Porsch, a Ferrari spider 360, and a house on the hills.Would I do the same? As to buying on credit, I have put a little extra in retirement, but its primarily for us to have more liquidity. The best and easiest way to do so is to front load your retirement in the first 5-10 years of practice and then allow it to grow till you retire. I wouldnt go so far as to say its a smart financial move, but spending more money on a newer, bigger, more reliable vehicle provides a real additional benefit, though admittedly this justification becomes a slippery slope where youre trading your S-Class Benz in every year. Just for safetys sake I believe its easily worth a premium of a few hundred dollars a month (particularly considering the cost of things like disability insurance), and she and I get to enjoy nicer vehicles in the process. No matter your specialty youll be doing better for sure. At a minimum, it would seem like sleeping in a call room might be a little easier, or hiring an uber for the 50 mile commute at the same cost of the hotel. The answer isn't so simple. Why's everybody cockblock'n whitey?He's just try'n to get a nut like every other squirrel out there.Ive seen and heard guys of every race do this with outsiders. Keeping my family safe while driving is important to me and didnt require purchasing new vehicles. You can buy a new car today in that price range with automatic braking, which might help with occasional distraction, but its not really a solution. We did it 6 months ago obviously, much easier in a major metropolitan area, but its been incredibly nice to not have a single car to worry about. I had a 40 minute one once and that was too long. Because Armenian girls are beautiful, who would want to share? Thanks for the opportunity to do this fun guest post! David does Hovanessian teach at UCLA still? With what money?!!". Beyond that, cars dont necessarily mean a realtor is successful or good at their job. You do not need an international drivers permit. We bring money into a family. Buying a car for the safety features is just justification. Public transport: ~$84.50 (without work subsidy) monthly bus + T link pass, Uber pool: ~$120: $3 per leg x 2 legs per day- to and from work x 20 days of work (M-F) ya, well the thing is anyone can do what they want to do, its not a race thing its about how far your willing to go how you think about your future. there are Americans who are homeless because of stupid choices they made or didnt make.there are Mexicans who have 10 kids and no jobs. and people make fun of the Armenians who drive nice cars! But as we can see, inexpensive cars are also extremely reliable. If two people like each other then it shouldn't natter whAt other ppl think. The difference those two changes will make is at least 100 times the difference that buying a fancy new car will make. My 2002 Subaru WRX is still going strong, no breakdowns, all amenities still working @ 209k miles with only regular maintenance. Realtors drive nice cars to appear successful and attract clients. In most cases, realtors that drive luxury cars lease them. In fact, I traded that car in on a Toyota . I had friends who were inter racial and it made no difference to us if I were to date someone of there race. A luxury car in bad shape doesnt communicate successfully. While driving nice cars will keep a middle class family from ever becoming wealthy, a high income professional family, especially one with two working high-income professionals can certainly drive whatever they want and still eventually become financially independent. 50 if there is no charger at the lake (and there isnt.) Armenians creating a bad reputation for themselves #100000. 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