penultimatestraw 473 Posted September 21, 2017 Jerry thinks steak and liquor, while Tan believes everything is a scam. I'll pay extra for direct flights (still coach) and sporting goods. Whatcha got? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tanatastic 2,061 Posted September 21, 2017 Pay extra for a good office chair if you sit all day. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Strike 3,950 Posted September 21, 2017 Paid slightly over MSRP for both of my sports cars. A good TV because I like proper color balance. Steak as noted in the other thread. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
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MTSkiBum 1,593 Posted September 21, 2017 Fishing line. Do not go cheap on the Chinese braid, you will just be pissed when you lose a big fish. It is worth it to spend the money on Jerry brown or a similar quality line. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bier Meister 1,512 Posted September 21, 2017 For me, a lot of food items. Coffee Shoes Comfortable clothes Wine/bier Cars Electronics Education and activities for daughter Experiences on vacation Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gladiators 1,903 Posted September 22, 2017 Paid slightly over MSRP for both of my sports cars. A good TV because I like proper color balance. Steak as noted in the other thread. Agreed Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
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penultimatestraw 473 Posted September 22, 2017 Paid slightly over MSRP for both of my sports cars. A good TV because I like proper color balance. Steak as noted in the other thread. What's the rationale for paying over MSRP for sports cars? If it is a rare, difficult to find model, I get it. Otherwise, what does paying more get you? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gladiators 1,903 Posted September 22, 2017 Happy Ending is the real answer. This too. I'll only pay a premium for something that I can't get for MSRP, but really want. Tickets to a sporting event for example. Can't think of much else that I'd pay more than MSRP for. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bier Meister 1,512 Posted September 22, 2017 What's the rationale for paying over MSRP for sports cars? If it is a rare, difficult to find model, I get it. Otherwise, what does paying more get you? i try to get the best price i can Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MTSkiBum 1,593 Posted September 22, 2017 Education and activities for daughter Experiences on vacation These two for sure. We are members everywhere in Houston and go to the museums or zoo almost every weekend. Our vacations are also probably on the expensive side. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gladiators 1,903 Posted September 22, 2017 Jerry thinks steak and liquor, while Tan believes everything is a scam. I'll pay extra for direct flights (still coach) and sporting goods. Whatcha got? I don't get it. Just like your question regarding sports cars...You pay more than the asking price for sporting goods? Why? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bier Meister 1,512 Posted September 22, 2017 These two for sure. We are members everywhere in Houston and go to the museums or zoo almost every weekend. Our vacations are also probably on the expensive side. we don't do everything on vacation, but get in what we want ie: we have done our share of luaus in hawaii. we may not need to do one for a while...so i can rationalize doing other activities. we don't hold a lot back on vacation. don't need to do fine dining every night, but sometimes we do, sometimes we mix in casual. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
penultimatestraw 473 Posted September 22, 2017 I don't get it. Just like your question regarding sports cars...You pay more than the asking price for sporting goods? Why? The point of the thread was things worth paying a premium for; like a fine steak, wine, high-end sporting goods, etc. Not things where you would spend more than the asking price, though I guess those qualify, too. I can understand paying over asking price for in-demand items, where the "list" price may be unobtainable in reality. Tickets for a desirable sporting event/concert are a good example. Sports cars usually aren't so scarce that you are forced to pay more than MSRP, although the inconvenience associated with the buying process may justify the added cost for some. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
supermike80 1,285 Posted September 22, 2017 Better seats at concerts or sporting events. A good glass for my whiskey Toilet paper Underwear Sheets Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gladiators 1,903 Posted September 22, 2017 The point of the thread was things worth paying a premium for; like a fine steak, wine, high-end sporting goods, etc. Not things where you would spend more than the asking price, though I guess those qualify, too. I can understand paying over asking price for in-demand items, where the "list" price may be unobtainable in reality. Tickets for a desirable sporting event/concert is a good example. Sports cars usually aren't so scarce that you are forced to pay more than MSRP, although the inconvenience associated with the buying process may justify the added cost for some. Ok. Then I'd still say a sports car. Not necessarily a premium, but I'll buy exactly what. I won't order more expensive hamburger, but I will buy a filet or ribeye vs sirloin. Don't care much about clothes/shoes, but I'll pay more for pretty much anything I feel the value is there. Appliances, a bed, and a lawn mower for example. I won't buy box seats for a football game, but I also won't sit in the nosebleeds. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Strike 3,950 Posted September 22, 2017 What's the rationale for paying over MSRP for sports cars? If it is a rare, difficult to find model, I get it. Otherwise, what does paying more get you? Actually, on both occasions I walked in and offered more than MSRP even though they would have taken MSRP. I just felt generous. Seriously, you think I WANTED to pay over MSRP? Both cars are extremely unique, with limited production numbers and uncertainty regarding how long they'll make the car at all. And both were a great value even at their MSRP prices. They easily could have been selling for what I paid. Most purpose built sports cars are built in limited numbers so I doubt you're getting a true sports car for less than MSRP, in general. Go down to your local Porsche dealer and try to haggle. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
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Strike 3,950 Posted September 22, 2017 Don't care much about clothes/shoes, but I'll pay more for pretty much anything I feel the value is there. This is the key. What does each of us value and what are we willing to pay for it. I suspect we all have certain things that we value over others and are willing to pay more than someone else would normally pay for that item. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
penultimatestraw 473 Posted September 22, 2017 Actually, on both occasions I walked in and offered more than MSRP even though they would have taken MSRP. I just felt generous. Seriously, you think I WANTED to pay over MSRP? Both cars are extremely unique, with limited production numbers and uncertainty regarding how long they'll make the car at all. And both were a great value even at their MSRP prices. They easily could have been selling for what I paid. Most purpose built sports cars are built in limited numbers so I doubt you're getting a true sports car for less than MSRP, in general. Go down to your local Porsche dealer and try to haggle. Relax, I was just trying to understand what you were saying. Although most vehicles I've owned are sporty, I guess I've never had a "true" sports car. Which cars did you purchase? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
penultimatestraw 473 Posted September 22, 2017 This is the key. What does each of us value and what are we willing to pay for it. I suspect we all have certain things that we value over others and are willing to pay more than someone else would normally pay for that item. Yep. That's the point of the thread. Ultimately, the amount we are willing to pay for just about anything is fairly arbitrary. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
IGotWorms 3,302 Posted September 22, 2017 Experiences - vacations, sporting events, etc. Things you use all the time - mattress, tires, tv, phone The first because I think that's what life's all about in the end. The second because if you're using it all the time then you get a ton of value out of having a nicer item Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
titans&bucs&bearsohmy! 2,745 Posted September 22, 2017 Shoes Mattresses Tools Paint Construction materials Disease free hookers These are all very valid. I also like the experiences answer. When we travel, my girl gets cheap about stuff. Like hotels for example. Or activities. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
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penultimatestraw 473 Posted September 22, 2017 These are all very valid. I also like the experiences answer. When we travel, my girl gets cheap about stuff. Like hotels for example. Or activities. I travel with several different groups of friends. It kills me when somebody's cheapness (assuming they can afford it) lessens everyone else's experience. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KSB2424 3,082 Posted September 22, 2017 I haven't read the thread. 1. Mattress 2. Shoes 3. Tires 4. Grills 5. Golf Clubs 6. Make up (women) 7. Seafood 8. Seats (sports or concerts) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
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titans&bucs&bearsohmy! 2,745 Posted September 22, 2017 I travel with several different groups of friends. It kills me when somebody's cheapness (assuming they can afford it) lessens everyone else's experience. Exactly. Like we are going to Indonesia in a week or so. One of the big sites is Borobudur. Biggest bhuddist temple on earth. Nice view from the top. The sunrise tour costs maybe double. We are talking maybe $20 a person here. The fiancée says, its not worth it. Im like whatever, we will never be there again, shut up and lets do the not crowded, not hot as Fock, romantic version. Down the road is a huge gorgeous Hindu temple. For a bit extra third world prices you can go at sunset, have a nice meal, and watch a local dance show. I booked it. Whatever. It costs nothing. She squirms. We are going to Thailand in February. There is a resort where your room floats on the river kwai on the Thai Myanmar border. I am booking it. Cost be damned (it wont be much, by American standards.) and were riding elephants through the jungle by god. Cost be damned. (It wont be much, by American standards.) Thats the key phrase though. By American standards. By Filipino standards, such things are hideous extravagances. We compromise. When we are staying in the big cities, for example, we have two nights in Jakarta, we stay cheap. Sh!tty motel. But when we are out in the beautiful places, if there is a nice resort with a great setting, we do it. I dont even try to take her to fancy restaurants anymore. It makes her uncomfortable. We can afford it, but she doesnt like it. She is slowly getting used to the fact that we make good money though. She is going to freak when I take her back to my parents house and we all travel together. My parents travel six star all the way. Even I think thats a bit much, but they can afford it, so whatever. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
penultimatestraw 473 Posted September 22, 2017 Exactly. Like we are going to Indonesia in a week or so. One of the big sites is Borobudur. Biggest bhuddist temple on earth. Nice view from the top. The sunrise tour costs maybe double. We are talking maybe $20 a person here. The fiancée says, its not worth it. Im like whatever, we will never be there again, shut up and lets do the not crowded, not hot as Fock, romantic version. Down the road is a huge gorgeous Hindu temple. For a bit extra third world prices you can go at sunset, have a nice meal, and watch a local dance show. I booked it. Whatever. It costs nothing. She squirms. We are going to Thailand in February. There is a resort where your room floats on the river kwai on the Thai Myanmar border. I am booking it. Cost be damned (it wont be much, by American standards.) and were riding elephants through the jungle by god. Cost be damned. (It wont be much, by American standards.) Thats the key phrase though. By American standards. By Filipino standards, such things are hideous extravagances. We compromise. When we are staying in the big cities, for example, we have two nights in Jakarta, we stay cheap. Sh!tty motel. But when we are out in the beautiful places, if there is a nice resort with a great setting, we do it. I dont even try to take her to fancy restaurants anymore. It makes her uncomfortable. We can afford it, but she doesnt like it. She is slowly getting used to the fact that we make good money though. She is going to freak when I take her back to my parents house and we all travel together. My parents travel six star all the way. Even I think thats a bit much, but they can afford it, so whatever. The only thing worse that a cheap travel partner is a cheap guest. When people visit me in Hawaii, they often stay at my house and I give them my car. After saving him over a thousand dollars on lodging and transportation, one of my guests complained about going out for a nice dinner one night. He wasn't invited back. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
listen2me 23 1,537 Posted September 22, 2017 Pay extra for a good office chair if you sit all day. Bed 1st thing that comes to mind. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
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MTSkiBum 1,593 Posted September 22, 2017 I haven't read the thread. 7. Seafood Seafood is the biggest scam going. People thing that expensive fish taste good because of a placebo affect. There are many "trash" fish that taste as good or better than the expensive fish. My wife and friends agree, and we have had the freshest of the expensive seafood out there. You should continue avoiding catfish and farmed salmon, but there are many cheap alternatives out there. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
penultimatestraw 473 Posted September 22, 2017 Seafood is the biggest scam going. People thing that expensive fish taste good because of a placebo affect. There are many "trash" fish that taste as good or better than the expensive fish. My wife and friends agree, and we have had the freshest of the expensive seafood out there. You should continue avoiding catfish and farmed salmon, but there are many cheap alternatives out there. What's wrong with farmed salmon? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SUXBNME 1,322 Posted September 22, 2017 What's wrong with farmed salmon? Skibum is obviously now an elitist fish snob Share this post Link to post Share on other sites