Why would you waste your money on that Model A

[leo]

1929, the more thought I give this the more I believe this person is not really a good friend because he is trying to push your buttons by making a comment that he knows will evoke negative feelings just to see your reaction. Avoid this jerk. I've known people myself who believe that driving expensive automobiles is a way of showing off their affluence, but nobody really cares about those expensive automobiles because they are a dime a dozen and just about anybody can buy or lease one.

[1929]

Originally Posted by leo

1929, the more thought I give this the more I believe this person is not really a good friend because he is trying to push your buttons by making a comment that he knows will evoke negative feelings just to see your reaction. Avoid this jerk. I've known people myself who believe that driving expensive automobiles is a way of showing off their affluence, but nobody really cares about those expensive automobiles because they are a dime a dozen and just about anybody can buy or lease one.

What he said doesn't bother me, especially when every time I take the car out, I get waves, thumbs up, people asking me if they can take pictures, many stopping me to ask questions. Even the landscapers from other countries stop the lawnmowers and drop the rakes,
point and stare at the A.

[Cool Hand Lurker]

Originally Posted by johnneilson

Personally, I would just build a taller fence between us.

And then put a full length mirror on his side so he can stroke his ego.

[1ton]

It just makes good sense to drive vehicles that are appreciating in value then to lose money on them.

[denis4x4]

What a waste of bandwidth to discuss somebody’s choice of transportation that doesn’t have anything to do with this forum.

[Jeff/Illinois]

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Originally Posted by denis4x4

What a waste of bandwidth to discuss somebody’s choice of transportation that doesn’t have anything to do with this forum.

I have to disagree with that statement. It has everything to do with this forum.

Part of the Forum is supporting each other. That is what we are doing. Supporting Model A Fords.

You can always go over to the over priced German car Barn oh wait, there isn't any nobody really cares about them. At least in any number

[7_Zero]

Next time he asks that question, take him for a ride. That should help him answer his own question. I know when I ask myself the same question, a ride around the block usually reminds me of why I keep ‘wasting’ money on it.

[Charlie Stephens]

Ask him what hobby he has? You will probably have plenty of targets to take shots at the next time he complains about your hobby.

Charlie Stephens

[Brian in Wheeling]

Probably just plays golf.Most folks I know who do...have no skills or other interests related to cars, old or new.

[woofa.express]

Those vehicles that are mentioned are great. Great if you enjoy complex design and engineering. Great if you enjoy chasing all around the world for spare parts.

[jimalabam]

Tell him: You need a new neighbor, he should move...

[Charlie Stephens]

Post his hobbies and we will try to come up wth a few good one liners for you to have in reserve.

Charlie Stephens

[woofa.express]

In addition to 3 Model A's I have a 1950 FX Holden, a G.M. product. It has just turned over 24K miles. In great condition. It is popular because it is a locally designed car and the brand has only recently gone out of production.
When I view this car next to my Model A's it really has no class. Sorry FX fans. I do have difficulty warming to it.

The attached photo is from the internet and is exactly like mine even the colour.

[woofa.express]

Originally Posted by jimalabam

Tell him: You need a new neighbor, he should move...

No, you should move. Move to a neighbourhood with some class.

[Cool Hand Lurker]

Time for a beer.

[Jeff/Illinois]

Originally Posted by Brian in Wheeling

Probably just plays golf.Most folks I know who do...have no skills or other interests related to cars, old or new.

Brian I've noticed the same thing here.

I'm not into golf myself, but I have a number of friends that are. And they sit around and argue to the point of fighting about their scores, and who is lying and such. Calling each other names. Stomping out of the room. Like little kids. The whole time I'm thinking 'Who really gives a crap??'

That doesn't sound like much fun to me.

[Tom Wesenberg]

Just tell your neighbor he needs to sell his cars and buy a real car, a Studebaker.

[Jeff/Illinois]

Originally Posted by Tom Wesenberg

Just tell your neighbor he needs to sell his cars and buy a real car, a Studebaker.

Tom I was in Dennison, Texas a couple weeks ago at a car show (didn't know they were having it it was by accident) and came upon a 1950 Studebaker Convertible restored back to original.

Man that was a sharp car. The kind that keeps puling you back for another look. One guy had a restored 1931 Model A Cabriolet that was real sharp another had a '39 Ford Coupe all restored to original not rodded. Another guy had a show condition 1967 Plymouth GTX. All the folks there were A-No. 1 friendly as could be.

Really enjoyed seeing the cars.

[DHZIEMAN]

Sadly, Free speech is Free and does not always make sense to the person doing the listening! And I am with You! I doubt anything this guy owns will survive 88 years! And it does not sound like he cares!

[Licensed to kill]

Curious, how does "Why would you waste your money on a model A" differ from this statement "Yet another innocent '28-29 roadster turned into someone's idea of a 1930-31 Deluxe Roadster, with the regrettable addition of virtually every chrome goodie possible slapped on it. If someone wants a '30-31 Deluxe Roadster, then for Heaven's sake BUY a '30-31 Deluxe Roadster instead of trying to turn a pumpkin into a prince's carriage for Cinderella. '28-29 roadsters left in their natural state have their own charm for us guys who also appreciate the more antiquated look of the '28-29 Model A's. No matter how many chrome trinkets or whitewall tires are thrown on a '28-29 roadster, it will NEVER approach a '30-31 Deluxe Roadster in appearance. "? Are they not both people criticizing someone else for their car choices because they don't meet THEIR standards?.