Re: 23 year old engineer invested in a 1931 Ford Model A instead of stocks. And WON!
Lots of good input here. And some not so good.
I believe this conversation may have wandered away from the point that a YOUNG guy decided to buy a Ford Model A instead of investing all his portfolio into stocks. John clearly says he invested in stocks and bonds before he bought a Model A.
What should have been a joyous discussion of young people carrying the torch for our hobby has turned into a discussion of whether or not the young guy really did invest properly or whether the initial idea to buy the Model A was made purely from an investment standpoint, or that he lied. Frankly, that kind of comment makes the case for the negative stereotype some have about people on web forums.
Here's the facts- At 23 years old, this guy decided that he and his future bride would be better off having a Model A Ford than not having one. From a financial standpoint, he could justify it. He pulled the trigger and made it happen. This car is a positive part of their young lives. He was willing to share their story publicly and inspire others.
Can we just be happy for them and for people like them who will make up the future success of our hobby? Or do the web forums have to nitpick them?
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