Anybody else buy products just because they can?

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I had a some buddies over today after I got back from the border with some new goodies. They asked me why I keep buying stuff because I have a TON of it. I simply said because I can and I like it. I seem to just buy things for fun. I do use some, but I find myself weekly buying more stuff...lol
Anyone else the same way? Its quite an addiction!
 
Are you referring to stuff in general or car car products?
 
Sorry, thats a great question. I should have clarified better. I meant car stuff. Like waxes, soaps, qd's, detailing stuff in general.
 
I have quite a collection built up myself. I like trying new stuff.
 
Got over that a long time ago. I am very meticulous with my purchases.
 
Detailing supplies/tools is cheap compared to other hobbies that I am into. Even with the super duper premium 1k+ dollar waxes out there is a drop in the bucket compared to gun or photography (my other 2 hobbies) related gear.
 
I dont make purchases like that anymore. I kind of did when I first started getting into detailing before I found this website. But now I only purchase when a product runs out. I hate having multiple products that do the same thing.
 
OP's Question: Re: Anybody else buy products just because they can?

My Answer: No, I don't

Why not?...You may ask.


1.) Buy what thou hast no need of and ere long thou shalt sell thy necessities. ~ Benjamin Franklin

2.) Civilization is the limitless multiplication of unnecessary necessities. ~ Mark Twain

3.) One of the greatest necessities is to discover creative solitude. ~ Carl Sandburg

There's plenty more like these...Too many to list...Too much broadband-width necessitated!


:)

Bob
 
I buy every other month and every new product I receive (usually many because ever order is >$100); I relieve my stress by making my car shine
 
FUNX725 said:
OP's Question: Re: Anybody else buy products just because they can?

My Answer: No, I don't

Why not?...You may ask.


1.) Buy what thou hast no need of and ere long thou shalt sell thy necessities. ~ Benjamin Franklin

2.) Civilization is the limitless multiplication of unnecessary necessities. ~ Mark Twain

3.) One of the greatest necessities is to discover creative solitude. ~ Carl Sandburg

There's plenty more like these...Too many to list...Too much broadband-width necessitated!


:)

Bob
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Gotta love Sam Clemens!
 
tw33k2514 said:
Got over that a long time ago. I am very meticulous with my purchases.
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:iagree:I have narrowed down my product selection to a few great products that work well on almost all the jobs I do. I'm in this to make money and not just to spend it. I did however use to buy the flavor of the month getting sucked in by the great AG marketing machine but I got over it.
 
The short version: No. My market is primarily DD- mainly 1 & 2 step.

The long version: I have an affinity for Nicona, Dan Post, And Lucchess. Not to mention Resistol and Stetson. Every new detail purchase is well researched.

My decision to pull the trigger or not is decided not only by need, but by whether the product will induce potential new clients sales.

Solutions Finish fits into this category especially,as I believe the return (new client details and maintenence washes) will greatly surpass the initial $125 investment.

My $200 investment in loose and spiral sewn wheels, rake, and various greaseless compounds not only paid for itself on one 9 hour job, I have enough product to last me for the foreseeable future.

I am greatful to all the AGO-ers out there that post their dissatisfaction with products such as Fog Fight. Mainly, not the issue of wasting money,but that of losing valuable time( trying to correct the issues) and of customer complaints.

As I educate myself, I also educate my customers. I have those who use to insist on certain carnaubas lsp's, that now go with sealant/spray wax, along with scheduled maintenence package.
 
feslope said:
I could just about open my own store.
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HA!

I could open my own damn Museum!

I still have unused cans of product from the 60's.

I just wish I had bought every can and bottle of stuff I found at garage sales back in the 60's

I would have a collection of goodies that might beat out Mike. I remember all those old bottles of Meguiar's and Blue Coral. And don't get me started on antique polishing tools and machines.
 
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tuscarora dave said:
I have narrowed down my product selection to a few great products that work well on almost all the jobs I do. I'm in this to make money and not just to spend it. I did however use to buy the flavor of the month getting sucked in by the great AG marketing machine but I got over it.
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:whs:


TL
 
oldmodman said:
HA!

I could open my own damn Museum!

I still have unused cans of product from the 60's.

I just wish I had bought every can and bottle of stuff I found at garage sales back in the 60's

I would have a collection of goodies that might beat out Mike. I remember all those old bottles of Meguiar's and Blue Coral. And don't get me started on antique polishing tools and machines.
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Thats pretty cool. Would love to see some photos!
 
tuscarora dave said:
:iagree:I have narrowed down my product selection to a few great products that work well on almost all the jobs I do. I'm in this to make money and not just to spend it. I did however use to buy the flavor of the month getting sucked in by the great AG marketing machine but I got over it.
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I respect your answer. I have a very good full time job. This is just a hobby for me and I find myself buying stuff just to collect.
 
tuscarora dave said:
:iagree:I have narrowed down my product selection to a few great products that work well on almost all the jobs I do. I'm in this to make money and not just to spend it. I did however use to buy the flavor of the month getting sucked in by the great AG marketing machine but I got over it.
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agreed...
 
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