The type of luxury car you want to drive says a lot about you
By: Mark Ferdinand Canoy, Vida Lacano
- 9 years ago
Contrary to popular belief, luxury cars are not just for the 1% (read: really affluent people). Anyone can aspire to have one, but of course in the real world, you have to #hustlehard to hit that goal. But imagine all that hard work and perseverance paying off with a shiny new luxury car that you can finally call your own. Now that’s what you call living the life!
But what should your first luxury car be? Certainly, not everyone is made for sports cars. A lot of us have needs and conditions that must be met by a car’s performance, and these needs and conditions differ between individuals. In fact, most often, one’s choice of car depends on a person’s personality and interests.
So what could your choice possibly say about your type of personality?
Here are four luxury cars and their distinct personality preferences.
1.) SEDAN = You are a practical and thoughtful self-starter.
Sedans, passenger cars, four-doors. Call it what you want, it’s still the choice car for practical people. They are among the best sellers in the car industry year on year because they provide practical car owners the complete vehicle package: a dependable full-metal best friend that could get them from point A to point B with less hassle involved (and by hassle, we mean gas). Sedans also offer flexibility, because they can be a power machine or an extension of the family, depending on your needs. People who choose sedans are those who are likely to make thorough assessments before coming up with a decision over something, such as purchasing a brand new vehicle. They are also highly motivated to start something, even if it means starting basic. These people also always have other people in mind when making big ticket purchases, making sure other people’s needs have been considered in the process. They are also the kind that would be proud of an accomplishment—showing off their own luxury sedan car is a little self-indulgence that they like to give into once in a while.
WHERE YOUR MONEY GOES: Dependable for city driving, driving the kids to school, or arriving elegantly to a party; being able to maneuver through tight parking spots; the occasional rev up to enjoy the extravagance that owning a luxury sedan entails.
YOUR BIGGEST NEMESIS: Flood. Let’s face it, flood is a treat for all vehicles, but most especially for top of the line wheels.
THE X FACTOR: Sedans are so flexible they can be your school service one minute and your feel-good ride the next. Heck, you can even dress them up! They are also relatively easier to clean because of their size.
2.) PICK-UP TRUCK = You are a responsible person who likes control.
Pick-up trucks may seem like the ultimate man’s ride given its size and horsepower, but it’s actually the vehicle chosen by responsible people who want to be in control of things. Pick-up trucks are powerful machine beasts that can provide both transport and hauling capabilities, making it perfect for people who run not just households, but also businesses as well. You might think those who choose pickup trucks are workaholics in nature because they mix social and business, but really, they are just in control, and with their power they can basically juggle stuff on their hands, making them very responsible individuals. They also have peace of mind behind the wheel of a pic-up truck knowing they can depend on this sturdy machine even on off-road travels.
WHERE YOUR MONEY GOES: Useful for helping lug things for your thriving business.
YOUR BIGGEST NEMESIS: Budget buster! Most pick-up trucks are gas-guzzlers.
THE X FACTOR: Pick-up trucks are real head turners given its size alone. Whether you’re a guy or a girl driving this mammoth car, expect a lot of awed stares from pedestrians and fellow motorists.
3.) SUV = You are family-oriented person.
This one may already be obvious—people who choose Sport Utility Vehicles (SUV) for their first luxury car do so because they have their family’s needs prioritized over everything else. An SUV may very well be an extension of one’s home: the space this kind of vehicle has assures heads of families that their entire family (including the yayas!) will be kept comfortable whether on short or long travels. SUV owners have a lot on their plate–running households and other matters–so the sturdiness of this car is one of the main reasons why it is their vehicle of choice. They need to keep their minds focused on more important things, and having to think of transportation problems is the last thing they want on their minds.
WHERE YOUR MONEY GOES: The peace of mind you get knowing your family is safe and comfortable inside your home extension. Also, the space. Gotta love that space.
YOUR BIGGEST NEMESIS: Another budget buster! Most SUVs are also gas-guzzlers.
THE X FACTOR: Most SUVs right now have real, over-the-top cray cray technology that will put Marty McFly’s DeLorean and Batman’s Batmobile to shame. Parking sensors, blind spot monitoring system, display projection that projects driving information directly on to your windshield…the future is now.
4.) SPORTS CAR = You are an achiever.
The people who buy sports cars are successful in their own careers and have the world in their hands. Owning a sports car is the modern day version of acquiring a trophy for every achievement unlocked in one’s life. Typically purchased by single men way back, this choice has crossed borders and is now the car for achievers and upcoming big shots from both genders because 1) they don’t need to carry other people with them and 2) they are just darn adventurous in life. They will be on Instagram showing off their hands clasped on their steering wheels—and that’s not a bad thing, because they worked hard to earn this kind of car and they have every bit of right to show it to everyone.
WHERE YOUR MONEY GOES: The shine, the gloss, the premium leather, the machine, the awesome dashboard, the rims, the emblem…the list goes on.
YOUR BIGGEST NEMESIS: The traffic jams. You can’t rev up during rush hours, and that’s sad for a sports car owner. And flood, yes.
THE X FACTOR: Where to even start? (See: where your money goes.) Also, this is definitely a date magnet! Imagine pulling over to the side of the street to pick up your date. Swoon.
