I got robbed tonight.

[Monk]

Yes a mercedes or BMW is a superior car to a Hondai- but not in proportion to the price increase.

Yeah, I know what you mean, but you've got to remember that's no absolute truth, it's just your personal judgment. Others might place an higher emphasis on places you won't. I dare to say that if you develop interest, knowledge and personal experience with regards to wine, the importance of buying the right one will increase dramatically.

If you can afford the BMW and it increases your well-being, you should go for it. I grant you can always find some scumbag out there who bought his BMW to show off, but you're treating him like he's representing everybody who purchases expensive cars.

[Monk]

Wait, maybe we better stop it here. I keep forgetting it's totally unrelated to everything else in the thread.

[Dis]

yes, we would never want to threadjack a thread.

[Monk]

[Provost Harrison]

BMWs, Mercedes, etc, etc...I have noticed that judging by their arrogance that the most drivers of German cars ARE scumbags. The rudest drivers on the road IMO.

[orange]

I'm glad you're ok, Starchild

[Dis]

hell, I would have just given the kids the beer . That's why I have never worked as a cashier any time during my life. I'd be too much of a nice guy. Why should I care if some guys walk out with some Fosters?

I would have preferred they walked out with some good american beer. No that isn't an oxymoron.

[Skanky Burns]

Originally posted by Dissident
because they are French or like the French

Actually the most expensive wine we have is Penfolds Grange Hermitage, an Australian wine.

[Kuciwalker]

... made from kangaroos

[Boris Godunov]

I'm glad you're alright, but this "back in the closet" thing and the other stuff you mentioned certainly is worrisome...

[Bosh]

Back in closet to family

I'll the second the "how the hell is this possible" question made earlier.

Good to hear that no good beer was harmed.

[Dr Strangelove]

Glad you're alright, but how common is armed robbery in the UK anyway? Here is the USA they shoot the cashier whether it's necessary or not.

[Urban Ranger]

Originally posted by Monk
I'd be genuinely happier, healthier and more productive if I had more money. I'm pretty sure the same applies to you guys. I'd buy myself an expensive car but I'd do it to increase the levels of comfort, efficiency and personal safety. If you don't think there are substantial differences between the quality of wine or cars that generally correspond with the prices, you're the ones in need of a reality check..

I agree. The point is though the increase in price far outstrips the increase in quality. The $3400 (local currency) scarf at Escada is probably better than the $99 one at Tie Rack, but not by that much.

This reminds me of the Stupid Rich (courtesy of Dilbert).

[Urban Ranger]

Originally posted by Skanky Burns
Actually the most expensive wine we have is Penfolds Grange Hermitage, an Australian wine.

Is it still Penfold's or is it now Southcorp?

Anyway, the Grange is good, but again, not worth the price IMO.

[Mr. Harley]

Happy you're okay - Echo the thought of others - How does one go back in the closet?