PEER CRITICISM

[Boomerang]

Originally Posted by MuseChaser

I'm particularly enthralled with the mullet..

Did somebody say free hot meal?

[stevesnj]

[NARFALICIOUS]

Originally Posted by Tcoat

But if creating your own happiness is making others miserable then it is selfish. What if they are making you miserable to create their own happiness does that make it ok with you? It is a give and take thing and can not be one sided at any point.


Love the irony that the OP didn't want to listen to his family and friends so came to a forum full of strangers to ask. Oh wait... came here since he knew most would say "it is your life do as you please and screw everybody else".

I don't see how being happy with his 86 will make his family and friends miserable, but if you do, please let me know, I'd like to exact revenge by driving my car to work every day.

[JARE_ee]

[Tcoat]

Originally Posted by NARFALICIOUS

I don't see how being happy with his 86 will make his family and friends miserable, but if you do, please let me know, I'd like to exact revenge by driving my car to work every day.

Not what I was saying. I never once said that he should not get the car nor that he should bow to their desires. Also never said that they would be miserable if he did. My whole objection was to the responses that said simply "Tell them to go fuck themselves it is your life and your happiness comes before all else". My point was simply that everybody has to work with their family and friends not just declare "I come first".
Not really even sure how that concept seems to be so strange to people.

[Tcoat]

Originally Posted by JARE_ee

The sad part to me is that people seem to miss that you not only got the car but managed to do it without being ostracized by your family and friends. Or at least I hope you were not because then the car would have indeed been a bad move.

[Ultramaroon]

Oh, it's a fine thread. I'm happy for you, JARE_ee. Now go drive the piss out of it and have a ball!

[Tcoat]

Originally Posted by Ultramaroon

Oh, it's a fine thread. I'm happy for you, JARE_ee. Now go drive the piss out of it and have a ball!

Things have been far more heated over much more important topics such as what gas to use or tire pressure.

[Ultramaroon]

Originally Posted by Tcoat

Things have been far more heated over much more important topics such as what gas to use or tire pressure.

I'm surprised so many people weighed in. I didn't think it was very controversial in the first place. Just a young man working on a big choice. Hell, mid 20s? I was hugely influenced by my peers.

It all works out.

[JARE_ee]

Originally Posted by Tcoat

The sad part to me is that people seem to miss that you not only got the car but managed to do it without being ostracized by your family and friends. Or at least I hope you were not because then the car would have indeed been a bad move.

All is well for sure... My father thinks its a completely different car, and rather enjoys it more. He likes Subaru better, and thinks this one has more horsepower.

My mother on the hand was not impressed, however the next day she realize it happened, and there is pretty much no point to be unhappy any longer. At the same time i think she realize that regardless what she say in terms of negative things about the car she realizes It will be hard to change my mind. At the very same, she also realize that as long as i can support it myself, not ask her for money or help it won't impact her life all that much.

Most of my friends after seeing the car realize it was a good decision. Although many of them did say they rather have an automatic due heavy traffic in a populated urban city (these guys know how to drive manual). It was pretty ironic because the first night i drove it back home from Alberta all of them gathered at my house to look at the car. I guess it was exciting to see. I think one person said, you should've waited because they heard that Subaru next year is going to come out with a turbo STI version (dead srs). I lol'd.

For me, i finally have gotten the handle of the manual car. I'm not going to lie, in the beginning i felt like what did i get myself into (stalling in public roads, and rolling back on hills), but i stuck to it. Now, i finally understood why a manual for car like this is truly the best option in my opinion for this car. Unbelievably fun to drive around, it feels like a different car when you can control the power and car. For those on the fence of getting this car, and contemplating the transmission definitely try out the manual. Although the automatic has its place, since i came from one, but my word of advice is don't knock the other without trying both. (Like me)

Finally, its never too late to learn a new skill, and unlock a whole new world. I've learned many things about myself, my family, and peers. I think its important to listen to your peers, and family, however don't be afraid to make decisions based on your inner compass. It might be dramatic for some, but If it wasn't for this thread, and the supportive comments i received being alone on my decision to get this car. I would probably settled for an luxury compact SUV, or sedan, leave it stock and probably leave the car scene only to realize i should've bought the BRZ and not let criticism define you when you already know what you want.

[wolffbite]

Glad you got the car!

I'm also 26 and had a similar experience with pretty much the same result... the naysayers all want rides now and tell me its awesome. Mom still thinks it's "too fast" but she gets a bit wild herself when driving my dad's Z4 so...

I couldn't be happier... getting up for work every day sucks a bit less because I know I get to drive

Not sure where you are in BC, but maybe we will see eachother out there some time. Happy driving!

[Scrappydoo]

Originally Posted by NARFALICIOUS

I don't see how being happy with his 86 will make his family and friends miserable, but if you do, please let me know, I'd like to exact revenge by driving my car to work every day.

Just simply a top quality post. Nothing else to say. Perfect.