What Do You Think About Parents Who Buy Their Teens Luxury Cars?

Question

How do you feel about parents(who can afford it) who buy their teenagers luxury cars such as Ranger Rovers, Lexus, BMW?

Why shouldn't their kids be provided with nicer things than they(parents) had?

I ask because I often see people putting down parents who do so. I have a couple of friends who have the Lexus IS convertible, I happen to have a nice car myself. Like, why not mind your own business? Why sit around and judge, I mean, if you had the money you'd do it too...I don't mean you as in YOU, it's just how I speak.

EverythingReal · Accepted Answer

I think it is dumb and creates a dependency on mommy and daddy.

They are a teen, which means they are a less experienced driver and more likely to get in an accident (I don't care what you have to say about being a good driver, I'm speaking statistically). Which means that it will cost a hell of a lot to fix the car, and the insurance will sky rocket. A teen's first car should be something that works, and nothing more, I believe that nicer cars should go with more experience.

This is probably why I have the biggest problem with it, they're parents are just giving them to them. They don't work for it. They don't pay for it. If you want to drive a nice care you buy a nice car, whom who pay for it themselves will treat it better and drive more carefully. It's just like college, a kid who pays for some/all of their college education will learn more and a kid who's parents paid for it are more likely to party out, it's just how it works. Since they do not pay for it they have less incentive to care. It also creates a dependency on their parents and shows off that they have money. If your parents buy everything for you, you will never learn to be in the work community and be independent. If you are at a driving age you should be old enough to be more independent.

Lastly, a nice car in the younger years creates an undocumented aristocratic social system. Having a nicer car means that you have more money, and for whatever reason that leads to more, fake, friends. If a teen drives a crappy car they are more likely to have friends for the right reasons, for themselves, rather than the money and car they own. Having a nice car is just showing off.

If I had the money I would not do it, I would save it for something more beneficial, such as college or an apartment, not a nice shiny car I would feel bad if I got a small scratch on it. Nice cars shows that the person is materialistic and is defined by the products they own.

musicbrain5 · Accepted Answer

I really only think negatively towards that if their kids are constantly acting like spoiled brats. Otherwise, I don't care what kind of car you drive or if your parents bought it brand new for you. Just drive it well and be responsible for it's maintenance.

I have a nice car too, a Volvo, except that it's 11 years old and it was my dad's. And he didn't just give it to me, either. I had to earn it by going to driving school and practicing on my mom's old Chrysler. I'm 21, and I sometimes get funny comments from people because of the car that I drive, like "oh you're so young, how come you have such a nice car" etc, etc.

Jealousy is definitely a huge factor here.

fascination_streak · Accepted Answer

I think it boils down to how they raised their child. Sometimes, when kids get materialistic gifts from their parents, they feel a sense of 'entitlement.' That can be very detrimental as they grow up and get into relationships as well.

My parents bought me a new sports car when I graduated high school. It was a Mazda Miata convertible. Meanwhile, other kids I went to school with got BMWs mainly. I knew I was privileged but my parents also instilled responsibility into me.

WeaponZero · Accepted Answer

I grew up living in a town where most people had money. A girl was bought a brand new Acura MDX (when they were new) by her father when she turned 16 despite the fact that she did not yet have a license. And when she went for her license, she failed the driver's test. Despite that, her parents let her drive the car around anyway. She wrecked it one day. And her parents bought her another car...

No, not kidding. This really happened.

Anyway, here's the problem. You need your kids to legitimately earn what they get to learn responsibility. And when you freely give them things most people only fantasize about, you're GOING to lead them to a sense of entitlement that, in turn, lowers the quality of life for everyone who has to deal with them due to how they treat people. I care how people raise their kids because it affects everyone else those kids have to deal with, including me. And kids should be taught that they have to work hard for and earn what they get in life in order to keep them from turning into despicable human beings.

Vivaciious · Accepted Answer

I was lucky enough to have a nice car when I turned 16, and I know how extremely lucky I am to have had it. You see, both of my parents were poor growing but, and decided that if they wanted to provide their children with a very nice life, they'd have to get good education and good jobs. My parents buying me that car not only makes me so proud of them for being able to, but makes me happy I was born into life with money. Because of this, I do a lot for the underprivileged, hoping that one day they too can be able to enjoy money and appreciate what they are given. So yes, if they have the money, let them buy the car. People need to understand that because they don't have money like other people, they don't have to be sad or mad about it. Instead, try being happy for them. After all, we were are all still the same under the sky. Cars, planes, houses, etc won't last forever. So instead of putting down on people kids with nice cars, please try and enjoy the most out of life with what you have.

Kingw12 · Answer

I am from the most entitled state in the country.

Here in California it's very common to see young kids with fancy cars. Just go anywhere here and you will see young teens/adults with m performance BMW's (M4, 335i, 340i), Audi's (S5 S3, S4) and Mercedes mostly (C300, C43, C63s) . You go down to Beverly Hills and most young adults are driving around with Lambo's, Rolls, and G wagons. Lots of people down here feel entitled and have the need for a luxury vehicle. Even owning an old luxury vehicle here people turn their nose up at it.

My first car was a 2001 BMW 325i and i loved the car and bought it when i was 18. This sparked my interest in Euro luxury vehicles. Unfortunately, an old guy drove into my car and totaled it.

The following year my grandparents bought me a 2008 Merc Benz C350 when i was 19 years old. My Grandparents did buy me the car at the moment but over 3 years I had to pay them back 250$ a month and pay for maintenance costs. I love my 08 MB because i haven't really had to do a lot of maintenance on the car and has been reliable "knock on wood". Some of my friends and other people were asking me when i was going to trade in my 08 MB to get a new one. Some of my friends drive Bmw's.

Just last year, I was 22 at the time, I managed to save up 24K and put it down on another Mercedes Benz. I bought a Cls 63s amg which was originally 50k but my friend brought the car dealer down to 43k. Both of my parents were totally against it and i really wanted something that I could enjoy on the days i have off. I really don't have time for other things due to work or school and have a passion for cars. Yes i could've used the money to put into stocks or investments, but you only live once.

I respect those young adults/teens that have worked really really hard to get what they want and deserve it. However, I don't respect teens that have their parents buy them a brand new high end luxury vehicle/ or exotic for them.

kellytd · Answer

Part of me agrees with you. It's your money and children- give them what you want. However, I think it might be worth something to have the teen buy their own first car. Work a job and get a cheap used one that can spare a few extra dents. Teenagers hardly need a fancy car, they're more likely to get into an accident, and I think it's worth something to work for your first car yourself. Gives you an appreciation you might otherwise lack. I bought my first car at 20 for $2000, although I put in an additional $4500 in repairs throughout the first year of owning it, and it still doesn't have working air-conditioning. To summarize, I believe there's value in the experience. It isn't even really about the car itself, but the attitude of the person who owns it. It is more important for teenagers to learn maturity and independence than it is for them to own expensive cars.

PoeticNinja · Answer

I don't see anything wrong with it.

My parents don't buy me luxury cars. My first car was Honda CR-V 2007 when I was 15 and they recently got me a Ford Fusion 2012.

My parents only buy things like when they see that I've earned it. Now, that my brother is 18. My parents plan on getting him a Pontiac 2012 because he earned it.. - You never know why parents buy their kids these. It could be for countless reasons and some kids have to earn to get what they have. So, I don't judge them.

If your parents just have the money to give you these things.. Awesome.

Like what gotc147 said jealousy does play a factor, nothing you can do.. But be grateful. :)

dragonfly6516 · Answer

My family isn't rich, but my dad gave me two cars (first one I drove till it died). They were both crappy but I was happy to have one at all. My little sister has a REALLY nice car, but SHE paid for it herself. Dad gave her 3-5K on the two nice cars she has owned, which is what he paid for mine. He treated us both the same and we both had a vehicle. I think if they family can afford it, get the kid a car, but don't give a 50k gift that depreciates to start out in. Now if they are responsible and mature and are generally a "good kid" then I see nothing wrong with a reward. Looking back, I know I could have my first car longer if I had taken better care of it, but I took it for granted since I wasn't the one who paid for it. I'm paying for my dream car now, and since it's mine and I earned it, I'm very picky about who drives it and what it gets used for. It's a fact, that we take pride in the things we worked for and earned ourselves, and will take better care of those things.

pr3ttybr0wn · Answer

i can see how it'd be nice to drive a luxury car, especially as your first car but I don't think I'd buy my kid one at least until graduation. I'm admittedly spoiled in some ways myself, but there is something about working hard for something and having to wait until you get it, I think it builds you  up inside and makes you a stronger person...not saying kids who drive luxury cars aren't that way, but if I had the money I wouldn't buy one for my kid. probably not even buy them a car until graduation

baliguy11 · Answer

It depends on the situation.  If parents have worked hard and want to enjoy what they have earned with their family members, that is their business.  There can be a problem if the teenager does not appreciate what has been given and that they, the teenager, did nothing to earn it, unlike the parent who accumulated the wealth by education and hard work.  In these cases the teenager can develop a sense of entitlement that is not healthy at all.  Not always, so depends.

gotc147 · Answer

Anybody who says they're not jealous of those teenagers is a liar, so of course jealousy is a factor.

That includes me, but for me personally, it's more of the "what have they done to deserve it?" factor. You didn't earn it, you didn't work for it, and you act like it's not a big deal. Meanwhile the people who do work for their belongings, the ones who did earn it, who did something to deserve it, are left to battle tooth and nail every single day in order to do it.

But you just had it handed to you.

If you've done nothing for it, you don't deserve it. Most people out there deserve to have things they'll never lay a hand on, but then there are people like you and your friends who have it all and deserve none of it.

It always makes me really happy when I see something horrible happen to people like you.

torken · Answer

Its just not a smart idea, even if you have the money.

Mainly because kids are stupid, and at 16, teens are pretty much still kids in a lot of ways. Most people do something bad to their car in the first couple years of driving. Young teens are also known to drive recklessly. (I am saying all of that because I know first hand it was true, me and all my friends went through a reckless driving phase. Its fun! But then you have a near death experience, or a expensive ticket, and you learn from it.)

The ideal first car for a family who has a bunch of money is a 1-3 year old sedan with good millage and great safety ratings. Ex. Corrolla, Civic, Passat. They are boring but reliable and not too expensive, under 20K, and won't kill your kid when it flips... like Lexus IS convertible will.

Basically, parents who buy fancy, powerful, unsafe cars for their teens are proof that you don't need common sense to get rich.

cookiemonster12 · Answer

When I was a teen my parents bought me a brand new Pt Cruiser. Not a luxury car, but still a very nice car. I think people need to take a step back and consider the fact that that kid could have had some really bad life experiences and been through some very hard things and their parents are trying to make up for it, if they have the money.

BeMuse · Answer

They just look stupid. For example the kid in the video bellow that wants a $231K G Wagon. If she had any brains in her skull, she'd take a budget car and a small house. Then she'd have a place to live when she turned 18 or she could rent the house out for like $1,500 a month for the rest of her life and have cash flow that she doesn't have to work for. But instead she just wants more room to store bags when shopping. That's one retarded kid.

Sleeper07 · Answer

I don't think I would care, unless if the a result of this behavior is going to lead to me having to work with a pompous brat.

I think it's pretty dismissive how to ignore how interconnected we actually are, where the actions of one person can indirectly affect other people.

Kain6th · Answer

I don't really care except there were a couple a kids when I was in high school who were clearly spoiled brats and acted like it constantly. those were the kids I would secretly wish something bad would happen to.

If you aren't acting like that then who cares really?

goflipaburger · Answer

I don't really care. Not my business. Parents are allowed to spoil their children by which ever means they see fit.

sean4mvp · Answer

Ill give my Son the best car I can so he knows he deserves the best.
even if it is a hoovering futuristic invisible vehicle.

As for him earning it, there is truth in it.
Spoiling can lead to consequences so I encourage any father to have discernment and wisdom.
Am I rich, yes and I earned it in this capitalistic society.

youmakemyheartbeat · Answer

If they can afford it it is nice. I just hope they teach their kids independence and the idea of responsibility and continuing their education so they can support themselves one day, and not expect things on a silver platter.

JesseP1nk · Answer

I got bmw e34 from my dad when i was like 20. After that i bought myself a car and figured i dont want ANYTHING from others anymore. You getting something for free and you earn, struggle and buy something yourself - those are very different feelings. Its like a prize for your struggles. And i promise that feels much better

mormollio · Answer

As long as the kid is taking care of it, I don't see a problem. They have the money for it. It's a problem when the kid gets a nice car fcks it up and gets a new one then it starts the whole cycle of  fcking sh*t up and wasting parent's money.

djhohrath · Answer

People just get mad because of jealousy really. They also know that you'll definitely be spoiled, not know the value of a dollar, and probably not appreciate things, or ever learn how to work hard to get something that you want.

Yoniea · Answer

My sister got a Lexus GX460 when she turned 16, although she doesn't need a SUV, there is a need for it since we go camping and drive in places w no roads since both my parents have Mercedes, and Lexus IS a luxury brand of Toyota, so it's not a need but it's not an spoiled kid gets an expensive car scenario

rgb008 · Answer

I happen to drive a very nice car, myself. And I understand how lucky I am for that. My parents only want 'luxury' vehicles because they are higher quality and more safe.
I don't know why people judge, but everyone is open to their own opinions.

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