I’ve tinkered with a theory for years, since I was a young Psych major (before I switched to the less lucrative, but more entertaining, field of Studio Art), that the type of car you lust after speaks volumes about your personality. I’ve never narrowed my theory down by model, make, or year; just by basic ‘type’.
If money and availability (and overwhelming upkeep/repair costs) were no object, what car would you drive? Do you think that says anything revealing about your personality, or does it mean absolutely nothing?
Me? A vintage, showroom condition 1965 Austin Healey 3000, red with black leather interior. I’m not sure what it means; could be any number of things. The front end design has always made me think of a big, happy, exuberant grin.
Well, I need something that can seat 2 adults and 3 children comfortably, so I guess I’d stick with my trusty minivan. However, if we’re talking about a personal car just for me? VW Rabbit. My dad drove one for years and I love that damn car.
My preference would be for a classic older car - say a 65 Corvair Corsa convertible or a 72 Cutlass. But I’m not sure I’d want that to be my only car, both in terms of dependability and driving it in snow and salt.
So if I were only going to have one car, it would probably be a nice new Caddy CTS. Even tho you say money is no object, I don’t think I would get enough enjoyment out of anything much pricier than that.
Personally, I’d love to own a Rolls-Royce Ferret Mk2, but then again, the idea of going to McDonalds in an armored scout car just appeals to me for some reason.
One ton dually pick up truck, extended cab, and pulling a 4 horse trailer with an down the middle, adjustable stalls and a huge air conditioned tack room. Hmmm… dreams.
