As a Teenager driving this car, what will I expect?

DeliriousClam · 07-17-2015, 12:42 PM

I'm 21 and everyone assumes my parents bought it for me. It's really annoying. I worked hard to get this car. Also, why does everyone assume if someone has a fast car for their first car, they're going to crash it? My first car was a T5 volvo modified to 320WHP and I never got into a crash or got a ticket. Just a lot of fun at the drag strip.

BC416 · 07-17-2015, 12:50 PM

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Originally Posted by DeliriousClam

I'm 21 and everyone assumes my parents bought it for me. It's really annoying. I worked hard to get this car. Also, why does everyone assume if someone has a fast car for their first car, they're going to crash it? My first car was a T5 volvo modified to 320WHP and I never got into a crash or got a ticket. Just a lot of fun at the drag strip.

Props to you if you are able to afford this car at 21. You just gotta realize most 21yo don't have the income to afford a car like this. So logic dictates it was purchased for them.

Most people that age don't realize the consequences of certain actions until it's too late. Obviously there are exceptions as you seem to be but you can't fault people for thinking young kids make stupid decisions some times.

Chuck33079 · 07-17-2015, 12:52 PM

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Originally Posted by DeliriousClam

Also, why does everyone assume if someone has a fast car for their first car, they're going to crash it?

Because statistics. There's a reason it costs a fortune to insure a teenager, much less one with a fast car.

Firebase99 · 07-17-2015, 01:04 PM

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Originally Posted by DeliriousClam

I'm 21 and everyone assumes my parents bought it for me. It's really annoying. I worked hard to get this car. Also, why does everyone assume if someone has a fast car for their first car, they're going to crash it? My first car was a T5 volvo modified to 320WHP and I never got into a crash or got a ticket. Just a lot of fun at the drag strip.

Is your house paid off? Any equity?

DeliriousClam · 07-17-2015, 02:04 PM

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Originally Posted by BC416

Props to you if you are able to afford this car at 21. You just gotta realize most 21yo don't have the income to afford a car like this. So logic dictates it was purchased for them.

Most people that age don't realize the consequences of certain actions until it's too late. Obviously there are exceptions as you seem to be but you can't fault people for thinking young kids make stupid decisions some times.

I grew up around people racing cars so I've been taught the consequences that come with that. And yeah that's true about people my age not being able to afford these kind of cars. Anyone else I know my age are driving older cars

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Originally Posted by Firebase99

Is your house paid off? Any equity?

I rent (financially bad decision I know), 0 credit card balance, higher credit score than most people.

Sorry if my typing isn't the best. Just got my wisdom teeth pulled and the pain killers are making me wonky.

kenchan · 07-17-2015, 02:10 PM

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Originally Posted by DeliriousClam

I rent (financially bad decision I know), 0 credit card balance, higher credit score than most people.

Sorry if my typing isn't the best. Just got my wisdom teeth pulled and the pain killers are making me wonky.

you're 21 and renting your own place. you're already ahead of a lot of young folks right there. GJ

mishuko · 07-17-2015, 02:24 PM

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Originally Posted by DeliriousClam

I grew up around people racing cars so I've been taught the consequences that come with that. And yeah that's true about people my age not being able to afford these kind of cars. Anyone else I know my age are driving older cars

I rent (financially bad decision I know), 0 credit card balance, higher credit score than most people.

Sorry if my typing isn't the best. Just got my wisdom teeth pulled and the pain killers are making me wonky.

i disagree. owning a house comes with overhead (more on older houses). then again there are a bunch of factors which can determine if it's worthwhile to rent or own.

not to mention you're very young so your credit score isn't going to be as strong as someone like mr.ken so the banks probably won't give you a mortgage.

again you're proving that you're an exception to the general consensus that young kids be trying to be kewlz.

BC416 · 07-17-2015, 02:30 PM

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Originally Posted by mishuko

i disagree. owning a house comes with overhead (more on older houses). then again there are a bunch of factors which can determine if it's worthwhile to rent or own.

not to mention you're very young so your credit score isn't going to be as strong as someone like mr.ken so the banks probably won't give you a mortgage.

again you're proving that you're an exception to the general consensus that young kids be trying to be kewlz.

Especially with property taxes being so damn high in NJ. There has been a few articles I've seen lately stating it's more financially sound to rent than buy in this state. Go figure.

getpho · 07-17-2015, 02:37 PM

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Originally Posted by DeliriousClam

I grew up around people racing cars so I've been taught the consequences that come with that. And yeah that's true about people my age not being able to afford these kind of cars. Anyone else I know my age are driving older cars

I rent (financially bad decision I know), 0 credit card balance, higher credit score than most people.

Sorry if my typing isn't the best. Just got my wisdom teeth pulled and the pain killers are making me wonky.

Thumps up man. I am 23, rent my own place, pay my own bills, insurance, been on my own since 19. Wanted to buy a house first but Los Angeles home prices are ridiculous. Low credit debt. Kudos and I've done plenty of research on owning a property also.

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90 ST · 07-17-2015, 03:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Firebase99

Is your house paid off? Any equity?

I like how you ASSume he lives at home to be able to buy a Z. I bought my first house and a new car at 20, sure the house would fit in the garage of my current house, but still. Young doesn't always mean freeloader.

Birdfan67 · 07-17-2015, 03:35 PM

Here you go !

Birdfan67 · 07-17-2015, 03:42 PM

Did some interior research for you !

Birdfan67 · 07-17-2015, 03:46 PM

Here are more shots of the exterior, mind you they are concept , but Honda promises great and modern styling...Enjoy !

DeliriousClam · 07-17-2015, 04:16 PM

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Originally Posted by 90 ST

I like how you ASSume he lives at home to be able to buy a Z. I bought my first house and a new car at 20, sure the house would fit in the garage of my current house, but still. Young doesn't always mean freeloader.

Thank you.

vtec to vvel · 07-18-2015, 01:14 AM

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Originally Posted by DeliriousClam

I'm 21 and everyone assumes my parents bought it for me. It's really annoying. I worked hard to get this car. Also, why does everyone assume if someone has a fast car for their first car, they're going to crash it? My first car was a T5 volvo modified to 320WHP and I never got into a crash or got a ticket. Just a lot of fun at the drag strip.

the difference between you and the OP is that you aren't creating threads that scream "I NEED ATTENTION!" and purposely asking, IMO, to be flamed on.

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DeliriousClam A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2015 Location: NJ Age: 31 Posts: 3,758 Drives: 12 Base Sport Rep Power: 54273	I'm 21 and everyone assumes my parents bought it for me. It's really annoying. I worked hard to get this car. Also, why does everyone assume if someone has a fast car for their first car, they're going to crash it? My first car was a T5 volvo modified to 320WHP and I never got into a crash or got a ticket. Just a lot of fun at the drag strip. Stright_Drop and birdman71 like this.

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