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Rawhyde · 31 August 2007, 10:02 AM

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Originally Posted by YachtmasterTT

if they had polled Lotus Elise, Ford Cortina, Mini, and Land Rover (Range Rover) owners.

MINI Owner right here! Would really like to have an Elise in the fleet too. As for a 4x4, gimme a Jeep Rubicon, and even though I don't know what a Ford Cortina is...no way I'd buy one. I've had too much bad luck with Fords.

Rawhyde

Mrdi · 31 August 2007, 10:09 AM

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Originally Posted by BiG JeEzY

Ehh, I was kinda surprised that Mercedes Benz owners didnt have a higher percentage, like closer to that of BMW owners.

Other then that, its an interesting poll.

C'mon
Mercedes is a Chrysler product.

S2000 Driver · 31 August 2007, 10:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Arturo

You know the number 1 car of millionaires in America don't you? Ford F 150 pick up truck. There are lots of people in debt, driving BMW's around with big payments and looking good with no money in the bank.

Read The Millionaire Next Door for some interesting insights to wealth. I doubt the majority of millionaires even wear Rolexes either. Overall a thrifty bunch as should be the case.

Arturo,

You are 100% correct!

leopardprey · 31 August 2007, 02:23 PM

Well, I don't care much at all for the company FORD and will not purchase their products due to political reasons, their F350 and F550 are very reliable. Traveled all over Iraq with them and not many issues. Now Mercedes on the other hand, using Mercedes here in Afghanistan and many many problems, even though brand new. Mercedes fuel injectors and fuel systems are just not made rugged enough for the harsh environments, as Fords are.

S2000 Driver · 31 August 2007, 02:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Tools

We Benz owners don't feel the need to flaunt anything in anybody's face....

Yes, I know what you mean:

Tools · 31 August 2007, 03:18 PM

Well duh....yeah.....except for that...........

astcell · 31 August 2007, 03:21 PM

I did read The Millionaire Next Door some time ago. Enlightening!

I'd like to see a study on the type of person who wears fake Rolexes!

Tools · 31 August 2007, 03:29 PM

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Originally Posted by unknown

I can't believe 50% of the BMW drivers own a Rolex. This just seems to be way to much

I agree....Maybe in the UK...

In the states a BMW driver would only wear a Rolex if they could lease it.....

Henri Laurie · 31 August 2007, 03:41 PM

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Originally Posted by unknown

I can't believe 50% of the BMW drivers own a Rolex. This just seems to be way to much

Agreed, where does this info come from? it's not right... I am sure of it... maybe 5%... not 50%

Henri Laurie · 31 August 2007, 03:44 PM

I have about 12 friends that wear Rolex watches (Sports models mostly)... none of them drive a BMW

jbradley02 · 31 August 2007, 10:08 PM

Besides me the only one I know with Rolexes are the President of my comany who drives Lexus SUV and coworker in Piraeus who drives toyota camry, and motorcycle, oh and my BMW is not Leased it is a Classic though, Like me

frostie · 31 August 2007, 10:15 PM

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Originally Posted by jbradley02

Besides me the only one I know with Rolexes are the President of my comany who drives Lexus SUV and coworker in Piraeus who drives toyota camry, and motorcycle, oh and my BMW is not Leased it is a Classic though, Like me

Nice looking BMW

jbradley02 · 31 August 2007, 10:27 PM

Thanks

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Originally Posted by frostie

Nice looking BMW

Ed Rooney · 31 August 2007, 10:44 PM

The Mercedes owners don't need a Rolex. The tow truck driver has a clock in his truck.

Funny. My boss and the guy in the office next to mine both drive BMW's, and both wear Rolexes.

CEO is a Rolex (gift from my boss) wearer, but drives a Prius.

My fellow 4runner drivers seem to have a lot of G-shocks or Seiko divers.

Arturo · 31 August 2007, 10:45 PM

I used to be into "German Road Cars", and other European cars. I do love nasty cars as much as the next guy. But I observed smart, wealthy people driving Japanese cars...especially Honda, Acura, Lexus etc.....I now drive a Honda but could have any car I want. I may one day get another fun Euro car, but it sure is nice driving an a car that needs a tune up every 100K and doesn't hiccough until there are 300K on the odometer. The Japanese cars are simply flawless and seamless and work.

I do not own a Ford Pickup, but can see why many millionaires do. Many are small business owners, and this is a vehicle that is very useful.

As for Rolex, I would only pay cash and if I were to put one on a visa it would be for the miles or some such thing. I think it not too smart to go into debt for cars or watches but people do things like that.

frostie · 31 August 2007, 10:52 PM

I do believe the same about ford pickup owners arturo

newsub · 31 August 2007, 10:55 PM

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Originally Posted by jbradley02

Besides me the only one I know with Rolexes are the President of my comany who drives Lexus SUV and coworker in Piraeus who drives toyota camry, and motorcycle, oh and my BMW is not Leased it is a Classic though, Like me

What a beauty John

Is that an Alpina model? always loved those wheels

stevenw211 · 31 August 2007, 11:03 PM

Well, I am a BMW owner who have 4 Rolexes.
But I heard that a BMW owner is more impolite driving on the road than a Mercedes owner.

Comments and opinions are welcome!!!

jbradley02 · 31 August 2007, 11:03 PM

No it is not the Alpina Model, but I too have always Loved the Wheels, so I lowered it and put the wheels on. I have been looking for the Original Hartge Design C wheels but no luck.

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Originally Posted by newsub

What a beauty John

Is that an Alpina model? always loved those wheels

Floridadogg · 31 August 2007, 11:16 PM

Lessee..........I know about five guys I play golf with who are especially heavy with cash. #1 has about 6 Rolexes and drives a Lexus LS460L and a Range Rover. #2 has lots of watches (at least 2 Rolexes I know of) and he drives a BMW 745il. #3 drives a BMW 545i and wears a Croton copy of a Rolex President. #4 is a retired Ford dealer, wears a Rolex and drives a Lincoln Navigator........and owns a Cirrus airplane which he flys a lot. Then there is a guy of very modest means with a Leased E350 Benz and a gray market President. An interesting mix.

S2000 Driver · 31 August 2007, 11:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Floridadogg

...I know about five guys I play golf with who are especially heavy with cash. #1 has about 6 Rolexes and drives a Lexus LS460L and a Range Rover...

Floridadogg,

Be careful with Golf Guy #1:

He drives the MOST RELIABLE car made, the Lexus LS460L, and the LEAST RELIABLE car made, the Range Rover.

The only logical explanation for this is either because the Range Rover is always being repaired he needs to have another car which is always in proper working order OR he is BIPOLAR.

S2000 Driver · 31 August 2007, 11:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Arturo

I used to be into "German Road Cars", and other European cars. I do love nasty cars as much as the next guy. But I observed smart, wealthy people driving Japanese cars...especially Honda, Acura, Lexus, etc.....

I now drive a Honda but could have any car I want. I may one day get another fun Euro car, but it sure is nice driving a car that needs a tune up every 100K and doesn't hiccough until there are 300K on the odometer. The Japanese cars are simply flawless and seamless and work.

I do not own a Ford Pickup, but can see why many millionaires do. Many are small business owners, and this is a vehicle that is very useful.

As for Rolex, I would only pay cash and if I were to put one on a Visa it would be for the miles or some such thing. I think it's not too smart to go into debt for cars or watches but people do things like that.

Arturo,

Once again, you are 100% correct on all counts, my friend!

newsub · 31 August 2007, 11:43 PM

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Originally Posted by jbradley02

No it is not the Alpina Model, but I too have always Loved the Wheels, so I lowered it and put the wheels on. I have been looking for the Original Hartge Design C wheels but no luck.

Good choice!

Hartge is rare in the UK so must be like hens teeth in the US!

I had a b3 alpina a few years ago, it was an incredible beast, but cost so much in upkeep (tyres and service mainly), I had to let her go when I found out it was cheaper to run a Porsche!

The new M3 looks the business I think, but again, its cheaper to buy and run a Porsche Cayman. BM will still sell as many M3's as they can make though - and still have a 2 year waiting list!

Just like Rolex!

Floridadogg · 1 September 2007, 12:10 AM

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Originally Posted by S2000 Driver

Floridadogg,

Be careful with Golf Guy #1:

He drives the MOST RELIABLE car made, the Lexus LS460L, and the LEAST RELIABLE car made, the Range Rover.

The only logical explanation for this is either because the Range Rover is always being repaired he needs to have another car which is always in proper working order OR he is BIPOLAR.

LOL.......Nahhhhhhhhh..........he just has too much money. He and his brother sold out to a public company and he cannot spend enough to keep up with the income thrown off by his stash. A terrible predicament to be sure.

acenase · 1 September 2007, 06:45 AM

Interesting they list BMW and Mercedes but not Lexus.

timebroker · 1 September 2007, 06:52 PM

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Originally Posted by stevenw211

Well, I am a BMW owner who have 4 Rolexes.
But I heard that a BMW owner is more impolite driving on the road than a Mercedes owner.

Comments and opinions are welcome!!!

From what I have noticed myself on the road, yes BMW drivers are very impolite, no I am not generalizing.

daunwaun · 1 September 2007, 10:31 PM

i own non of those cars and im 100% rolex

31 August 2007, 10:08 PM	#41
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leopardprey Banned Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Chad Location: Around the world Watch: Panerai 233 Posts: 4,204	Well, I don't care much at all for the company FORD and will not purchase their products due to political reasons, their F350 and F550 are very reliable. Traveled all over Iraq with them and not many issues. Now Mercedes on the other hand, using Mercedes here in Afghanistan and many many problems, even though brand new. Mercedes fuel injectors and fuel systems are just not made rugged enough for the harsh environments, as Fords are.

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Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,514	Well duh....yeah.....except for that...........

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astcell "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Robert Location: Angelus Oaks, CA Watch: 116713 Posts: 6,828	I did read The Millionaire Next Door some time ago. Enlightening! I'd like to see a study on the type of person who wears fake Rolexes!

31 August 2007, 03:44 PM	#40
Henri Laurie Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: South Africa Watch: SS GMT 116710LN Posts: 74	I have about 12 friends that wear Rolex watches (Sports models mostly)... none of them drive a BMW

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Ed Rooney "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Annapolis, MD Watch: Sea-Dweller 16600 Posts: 5,081	The Mercedes owners don't need a Rolex. The tow truck driver has a clock in his truck. Funny. My boss and the guy in the office next to mine both drive BMW's, and both wear Rolexes. CEO is a Rolex (gift from my boss) wearer, but drives a Prius. My fellow 4runner drivers seem to have a lot of G-shocks or Seiko divers.

31 August 2007, 10:45 PM	#45
Arturo "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Arturo Location: Pacific Northwest Watch: Black GMT ll Posts: 1,271	I used to be into "German Road Cars", and other European cars. I do love nasty cars as much as the next guy. But I observed smart, wealthy people driving Japanese cars...especially Honda, Acura, Lexus etc.....I now drive a Honda but could have any car I want. I may one day get another fun Euro car, but it sure is nice driving an a car that needs a tune up every 100K and doesn't hiccough until there are 300K on the odometer. The Japanese cars are simply flawless and seamless and work. I do not own a Ford Pickup, but can see why many millionaires do. Many are small business owners, and this is a vehicle that is very useful. As for Rolex, I would only pay cash and if I were to put one on a visa it would be for the miles or some such thing. I think it not too smart to go into debt for cars or watches but people do things like that.

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frostie 1,000,000th PostMember Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Earth Posts: 14,048	I do believe the same about ford pickup owners arturo

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stevenw211 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Hong Kong Posts: 13	Well, I am a BMW owner who have 4 Rolexes. But I heard that a BMW owner is more impolite driving on the road than a Mercedes owner. Comments and opinions are welcome!!!

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Floridadogg Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Real Name: Allan Location: Florida Watch: 116520 & 116523 Posts: 468	Lessee..........I know about five guys I play golf with who are especially heavy with cash. #1 has about 6 Rolexes and drives a Lexus LS460L and a Range Rover. #2 has lots of watches (at least 2 Rolexes I know of) and he drives a BMW 745il. #3 drives a BMW 545i and wears a Croton copy of a Rolex President. #4 is a retired Ford dealer, wears a Rolex and drives a Lincoln Navigator........and owns a Cirrus airplane which he flys a lot. Then there is a guy of very modest means with a Leased E350 Benz and a gray market President. An interesting mix.

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acenase Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Boston Posts: 28	Interesting they list BMW and Mercedes but not Lexus.

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daunwaun "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Ken Location: toronto Watch: 18K YG Day Date Posts: 2,985	i own non of those cars and im 100% rolex

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