So I got my first paycheck today (from my first real, post-college job) and realized that I won't be making enough to afford my MINI and the supernice apartment I wanted to move into. I contemplated giving up Stella (who's currently in production), but I was walking to the drugstore at lunch today and there was a gorgeous Chili Red on the curb. I realized that I just couldn't do it! Looks like I'm going to be living with the 'rents a while longer and saving up, all for the sake of motoring!

I now understand the love/obsession; it's taken hold!

 

its all about priorities.

everything comes in time so dont rush. just enjoy the ride.

 

Get Stella first. The apartment will come.

 

Your thread title, and this

make me think of this

 

I've wanted a MINI for over two years and promised myself once I graduated, I'd reward myself - Stella's definitely staying. She represents four years of hard work at UVA - she's not just a car! I can save while I'm living at home for the apartment; it makes more sense that way anyway than rushing right out to try to make it on my own. I really need to save up.

 

Or you could try living in the cooper... this thought constantly comes into my head when I think of the high cost of living in Cali... someone on this board PLEASE tell me i'm not the only one thinking this thought!

 

Btw, i've just gotten out of college too so i feel your pain for starting to get out on your own!

 

Lifes about choices. Just don't get in too deep in the debt area. Sounds like your making some good choices.

 

I do understand....I had this same thought when I was considering trading in my MINI two years ago. Could...not...do....it!! Actually, a MINI does really add something special to one's quality of life. If you can live in a less supernice apartment and have the MINI (which is what I do), that's great!! Few cars are worth it...but a MINI is!!!