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Old 03-04-2017, 01:51 AM   #49
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Originally Posted by shiumai View Post
I don't think it's irrational to want to keep the car nice looking; after all I paid hard-earned money for it and take good care of it (like I do with all my things in general). I do, however, think it's irrational to expect it to stay pristine if you drive it any amount. I expect scratches and chips from normal wear and tear, the occasional door ding etc. What would really upset me is someone keying my car.
This ^^^^^ Exactly this!
We live in a world filled with hazards to our cars and we do what we can to keep them as nice as possible. Although we have to accept the inevitable road hazards when it comes to deliberate damage (contrary to popular belief most door dings are NOT deliberate) we are talking a serious reason to get pissed.
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