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Originally Posted by NWFRS
I agree completely.
Real wood. Leather. Aluminum. Stainless steel.
Good materials, IF MAINTAINED PROPERLY only get better with age and use. Man made materials like plastic, rubber and vinyl will never be as nice as the day they were made, they have a lifespan, and they're disposable.
We're not talking about branding here. Anyone can build a luxurious car with beautiful materials, it would be priced accordingly though. I think that everyone is capable of recognizing good quality, but few of us are willing to pay for it. Some of us are tricked by bonded leather and textured plastics, but in the end you get what you pay for.
....and I bought a Scion.  |
Maintenance and a good undercover garage protecting from the elements is paramount. I've seen some old A6's that could be in shameful condition because of this.
I went a few months ago contemplating the new Mustang. Sitting in that boat, the luxury features offered made it fathomable to do. The dealer told me the interior was made of agricultural scraps. He smelled bad so now I'm still stuck with my Scion.
Did some research and wouldn't mind seeing more cars made of soy(I'm a believer that soy is a poison if the subject doesn't even enjoy it from the mouth), coconuts and used chopsticks. Could these materials hold up over time from humidity and heat? If so, it be weird to see high-end luxury brands incorporate these fibres into product lines over time.