[AronL]

@Tab

That is very reassuring! Thank you for letting me know.

Obviously since my financial planning practice has gone digital, I don't drive anywhere near what I used to, as I essentially have no daily commute anymore and I rarely have to drive to see clients in person (thank goodness!).

That's why I'm thinking a truly extravagant car like an M6 might actually be feasible.

And since I'm stupidly trying to rationalize extravagant purchases, I'm now considering an M6 cabriolet! (My five speed 1987 325i cabrio -- with a 325iS rear end -- was my all-time favorite car, and having a drop top certainly didn't hurt. But definitely not a good car for a college boy. Sure do wish I could get an E30 today for the $5000 my dad paid when he bought it for me back in 2006, though. This time I would know not to ride the damned clutch...)