[The Yen Man]

Originally Posted by MarchHare

I'm not the person you're responding to, but I'm in a very similar position (married professional, two incomes well above the Alberta median, no kids). We don't even own a car and have no desire to. I'd much, much, much rather spend that money on life experiences (specifically travel) instead. Also, we paid off our mortgage in full before we turned 40 specifically because we saved so much money from not having to worry about car payments, gas, insurance, parking, repairs, routine vehicle maintenance, etc., etc., etc. Owning a car is expensive and really not worth it if you live in a walkable community where it's convenient to commute via foot, bike, or public transit.

I'd argue for some, driving is part of a life experience. I certainly like to drive on a summer evening. I also love to drive when it rains. Sometimes I just go cruising at night for half an hour while listening to music just because I like to drive.