Yes it is irritating. But, isn't this fact, one the key elements in the success of capitalism and trade in general. I'm a landlord. Renting an apartment does not make sense to me if it is possible to buy a residence. I have some tenants who are young and who will buy a house eventually. I have other tenants who could buy but never will. I have two friends my age, both of whom could buy houses but continue to rent. It's economically irrational but they'll never buy. Isn't freedom wonderful.

I re-use ziplock bags and I'll never buy a new car. Add up all the vehicles,including the boats, in my signature and the total cost is probably less than most people pay for one new SUV. I did buy two new canoes but all the rest were used.

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1977 300d 70k--sold 08
1985 300TD 185k+
1984 307d 126k--sold 8/03
1985 409d 65k--sold 06
1984 300SD 315k--daughter's car
1979 300SD 122k--sold 2/11
1999 Fuso FG Expedition Camper
1993 GMC Sierra 6.5 TD 4x4
1982 Bluebird Wanderlodge CAT 3208--Sold 2/13