Is a car "unnecessary" or "necessary" in life? A Wife of Porsche Driver Husband's Opinion

Porsche 911GT3 Touring
My Family's Car Life

Cars are not necessary in life.

Until I met my husband, I was a "I don't need a car to live.I thought, "I'll never own a car in my life. So I was convinced that I would never own a car in my life.

Growing up in the country, my family lived in a car.I have been a paper driver since I got my driver's license in my first year of college, and I use public transportation such as bicycles, buses, and trains to get around.The company was

In addition, since I started living alone, I have been living in an apartment near a train station in the city.Once at the station, trains come every few minutes and you can get anywhere on time.I was so accustomed to living in a "traffic-free" lifestyle that I never thought of wanting a car at all.

So at the time, I didn't understand people who owned cars.It costs a lot of money, so why waste it like that? If I want an occasional ride, a rental car would suffice.I thought, "I'm not going to be able to do that.

I met and married my husband about 10 years ago, and we now have six cars in our house.

Porsche 911GT3 and Porsche Boxster

Now I don't feel any discomfort when my husband says things like, "I'm going for a run in Kagoshima," "I'm going on a business trip to Tokyo, so I'll take the car," or "I've driven 2,000 kilometers, but I haven't driven enough.Every car has its own charm and I can't let it go.Whenever my husband said, "I know what you mean... they are all great cars.I've started to reply with "W" and so on.

Of course, things have changed since I was single, largely because I now have three children and my home is in the suburbs, but "I guess human thinking can change 180 degrees.I am surprised myself," he said.

Well, it would be like saying, "My husband has brainwashed me well..." (-_-)

Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid

However, over the past few years, I have been working on myMy sense of value for cars has changed.I'm sure it is.

I used to be a "Cars are just a means of transportationI thought it was a waste of money to spend money on it. But as I met my husband and experienced life with a car, I gradually came to realize that "Cars can enrich our lives.I began to think, "I'm not sure what I'm supposed to do.

In addition, theMy husband owns a car because he values the emotions and experiences that the car brings to him more than the car itself.I learned that it was a "one-stop shop".

I would like to try to sort out a few things about this area today.

What comes through the car

Travel time turns into "fun" time.

Driving a sports car like a Porsche is pure fun and happiness. I used to be a "Driving a car for a long time is tiring.I had an image of a "Porsche," but when I drove a Porsche

I wish I could ride longer..."

This is how I feel.

In the pastI drove 1000 km round trip from my house to Fuji Speedway and back by myself in a Panamera.Even at times, whenI drove 800 km round trip to Hokuriku and back in a MT Boxster.time, as home drew nearer.

'Oh, this fun time is already over...I'm kind of sad...'

I felt like I was in the right place at the right time.

Porsche Boxster GTS

I am amazed and impressed by the handling, acceleration, lane changes, braking, high-speed stability, engine noise, and many other aspects of driving, soExhilarating feeling of being in a sport, rather than feeling like you are "on the move" even when driving long distancesYou can taste the

My husband used to

If you think driving long distances is tiring, maybe you haven't had the experience of driving a good car on a good road. I think once you have that experience, you'll change your mindset.

But I really think that is true.

Create memories with your family.

With a two-seater car, it is honestly difficult to make family memories...but when we had a Panamera in our home, we took many road trips in the car.

Kyushu by ferryto orFuji and Fuji Speedwayto theWent to the circuit to watch the race.The hotel is located in the center of the city, and is a short drive from the city center to a hot spring...

Children in the back seat.I'm hungry," "I have to go to the bathroom.It was difficult to take frequent breaks at SAs, but now I have good memories of all of them.

Especially now that it's harder to come and go freely in Corona."I'm glad I went, even if I had to push myself a bit at the time.I think."

Porsche 911 Cup Car

I also asked the children about those days.I had a blast and would go back!I guess those are still good memories for them, because they still say, "I've been there.

Of course, many family memories can be made by traveling by train or plane instead of by car.

But in my family's case, it's just...My husband is the kind of person who loves to drive anyway, so car travel is a prerequisite.And since both the couple are the type who like to move freely at their own leisure without worrying about train departure times, I am glad that the whole family was able to enjoy themselves and make many memories through the car.

Circle of People Expanded by Cars

My husband bought a Porsche and started going to Ashiu Driveway a lot.From there, the circle of people expanded greatly.As we get older, I think we meet fewer and fewer people outside of work, but I look at my husband and think how wonderful it is to be able to share time with people who share the same values and respect through hobbies.

I have also met many people through Twitter. There are many people I have yet to meet in person, but I find it very interesting that so many connections are being made across generations.

."Your life depends on who you meet.As the word "car" often means, meeting wonderful people through cars and expanding your world makes your life richer and richer, and on the other hand, "car" is a great way to get to know new people and to learn new things.We're not even close ourselves! Let's go for it!I think I have also received many opportunities to be inspired.

Royu driveway

Increased motivation to work

My husband said, "Maintain the cars I have at home now, and buy the car I want.is a great motivator in my work.(although they don't have many cars they want these days, and they're reducing the number of cars they currently have)

And I, too.Buy your own Porsche with your own money.I am taking steps toward this goal. Basically, I don't have much of a desire for things, and my husband has given me

Why do you have such a dirty little thing? Why don't you buy one?"

It is often said that we use our clothes, bags, shoes, etc. until they are torn and tattered.(Shabby...)The following is a list of the most common problems with the "C" in the "C" column.

I am such a person, but when it comes to my Porsche, I want one.

Porsche Panamera Turbo

."If you are in a situation where you can drive a Porsche now, why dare you still want one?It may sound like "I want to get a Porsche," but I would definitely like to get one by myself in the future, because I think the joy, excitement, and feeling of driving a Porsche that my husband bought and that I got with my own money are completely different.

Well, it's still going to take some time... (-_-)

I had thought for a long time that I did not need a car, but I never thought that buying a Porsche would become my goal.

Mina.

Mother of three children, and the owner of the Porsche blog "A Porsche Came to Our House". Until a few years ago, I was not interested in cars at all, but when my husband bought a Porsche, I became...

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  1. yone0531

    mina-san Good evening.

    I think I understand your husband's comment, "People who say long-distance driving is tiring, a good car on a good road..." I have always liked driving. I have always liked driving, but as my children grew up and I switched from a minivan to a 3 series, the quality of stopping, turning, and driving changed dramatically, and I like driving even more. (Although not as good as the quality of a Porsche.) Personally, I find it blissful to drive in my favorite car while listening to my favorite music.
    It is wonderful that MINA is buying a Porsche for herself. I am sure that you are attached to your current Porsches, but I am sure that the Porsche you buy by yourself is
    It doubles the attachment.

    • Mina.Mina.

      yone0531.
      Thank you for everything.

      >I think I understand your husband's comment, "People who say long distance driving is tiring, good car, good road..." I think I understand him well.
      I think I was exactly like that.
      BMWs, they are a joy to drive through, aren't they! I wish I could drive a BMW again...!
      And I will do my best to work hard to get a Porsche of my own.
      Thank you for your continued support!

  2. polben

    Nice to meet you!

    I've been reading your blog for years!
    This is my first time commenting!

    When I was a student, I read a blog and became interested in Porsche and worked hard to save up for it, but along the way I came to the conclusion that a car is just a means of transportation, so I did not value self-ownership.
    But as I was reading your blog posts, I still wanted a Porsche of my own, and the other day I finally got a deal on a 981 Boxster!

    Through blogging, my values have changed and I can drive the Porsche of my dreams.
    Thank you!

    • Mina.Mina.

      polbenic acid
      Nice to meet you and thank you for visiting our blog.
      And thanks for your first comment!

      > but in looking at the blog posts, I still wanted a Porsche of my own, and the other day I finally got a deal on a 981 Boxster!
      Oh yes!!! Congratulations!!!
      And it's a 981! The season will be getting better from now on, so there will be many perfect days for the Boxster ^^^!

      We are very happy to be of any help to POLBEN.
      Thank you for your continued support!

  3. Hirobon∞☆

    Thank you very much.
    With a theme like this, I can't help but comment.

    With a Porsche, the very act of moving (driving) itself becomes the objective.
    A normal car is just a means of transportation, so a train or airplane would be more convenient.

    Especially with the older air-cooled models, I feel like I'm exercising or doing sports at the gym when I'm driving on tight mountain roads.
    It is exhilarating when you can shift gears and steer with precision (lol).

    Well, from the general public's point of view, it's the ultimate in perversity.

    • Mina.Mina.

      Hiroppon ∞☆3
      Thank you for everything!
      As you say, the Porsche becomes an end in itself.
      It's not like I get in the car to go to a tourist spot or destination, but rather "I want to drive so I can go out"........

      If I could ride air-cooled, I think it would be a great feeling.
      My husband came home yesterday with air-cooling and exclaimed, "I knew it, it's so good.

      >Well, from the general public's point of view, it is the ultimate in perversity.
      LOL!!!!