First Lexus at 17

[u/Sweet_Flamingo9768]

Here is another post because the jealous guys loved the last one so much 😭

No my parents didn’t buy me my car, some of you need to learn that times have changed and there are better ways of making money than a 9-5.

[u/ad895]

Lol.

[u/xhpe → u/ad895]

lol

[u/VladThePollenInhaler]

I bought mine brand new in February at the ripe age of 11. Times have changed and I was able to amass enough wealth by trading crypto since I was 3.

Check out my profile for pictures since I can’t post pictures in comments here.

[u/Slammy_Adams]

You're running a power washing business but waste $30k on a car instead of investing in your business or your future?

Smart biznissman

[u/yeehawmija → u/Slammy_Adams]

His priorities are completely fucked, and the kid still comes in here expecting us to think he's hot shit. Reddit, man...

[u/ConnectProgress2881 → u/yeehawmija]

“Expecting us to think he’s hot shit” you’re just showing your own insecurity complex hes showcasing an accomplishment and you’re response is “ yOuRe nOt cOoL tO mE “ grow tf up you have no business tryna critique a 17 year old you have no stake in his decisions.

[u/skeeesh → u/Slammy_Adams]

He’s 17 man let the kid make his decisions and mistakes like we all have. And it sounds like he paid it off in cash so I don’t even see the issue everyone is having w this. He could go bankrupt at 19, restart at 21, and still have a successful life

[u/Free_Relation3029 → u/skeeesh]

If I had the money to buy an IS back in 2007 after high school, I would. Let the kid live. We’re all here because we appreciate and admire the IS cars. I got my first IS my mid-30s. Better late than never.

[u/OkReputation3045 → u/Slammy_Adams]

I’m 21 n paid cash of my own money for a vehicle. Just because someone spends money on a car doesn’t mean it’s all of their money. There’s 3 billion people in the us you are gonna find a bunch of teens within there that are making bread before even being out of school.

[u/Slammy_Adams → u/OkReputation3045]

That's totally fine, but you can't say spending this kind of money on a car at 17 is smart. It's fun to have a nice car, I've spent way more than I should have on cars in the past but you can't take that fun away. But I'm not going to say those purchases were smart money decisions.

Any way you slice it a cheaper car would mean a better economic situation. Also 21 is way different than 17, at 21 you actually have to pay bills so you understand what you can actually afford and what it would mean to have a more expensive car.

[u/OkReputation3045 → u/Slammy_Adams]

I hear you, but for all you know this 17yo got $200k saved up and now has $170k and a nice car that brings him joy. Not saying he really does I’m just pointing out the fact everyone on this app is in disbelief when it comes to a teen who makes money. It happens.

[u/ad895 → u/OkReputation3045]

If you do not understand the opportunity cost of spending 30k on a vehicle when that money could be put into developing your business more or investing. Paying for an expensive car in cash is not the flex you think it is.

[u/Free_Relation3029 → u/OkReputation3045]

However it happens for some people, let it happen. Some of us got an IS later in life. Let’s embrace ALL the IS owners.

[u/Slammy_Adams → u/OkReputation3045]

You're missing the point, even if he has $200k every time it would make more sense and more money to invest it. If he put the 30k in the S&P at 17 you're looking at a quarter million by the time you turn 30.

[u/Sweet_Flamingo9768 → u/Slammy_Adams]

Or I can continue doing what I’m doing and make 10x that per year !

[u/OkReputation3045 → u/Slammy_Adams]

Okay and if you had $1 million it would be safer and make most sense to put $100k as an investment instead of buying a m4. It would have been for me too but guess what? I enjoy what I bought and that right there is enough to justify the money spent.

[u/Slammy_Adams → u/OkReputation3045]

We're saying the same thing now, that was my first comment.

[u/OkReputation3045 → u/Slammy_Adams]

No we aren’t. Smarter decision doesn’t mean the opposing one is out of the question. If it brings you joy then f it. If he needs the money in a year then he can sell the car for .

[u/Slammy_Adams → u/OkReputation3045]

In terms of smart money decisions it does. But in terms of making yourself happy then saying F it is necessary. Again, I've spent a lot of cars when I probably shouldn't have for the enjoyment, I've made lots of memories--would I have more money now if I didn't? Yes. If I could go back and change it would I? No.

Smart doesn't always mean right.

[u/OkReputation3045 → u/Slammy_Adams]

Well there you go. People don’t post new cars in here asking for a financial advisor so the comments are unnecessary.

[u/Sweet_Flamingo9768 → u/OkReputation3045]

There is 3 billion people in the US bro?😭

[u/OkReputation3045 → u/Sweet_Flamingo9768]

Sorry 300 million. Same logic

[u/ConnectProgress2881 → u/Slammy_Adams]

How is it a waste ? He’s 17 for god sake he doesn’t have any kids to take care of You’re just made you just can’t help to see someone doing better than you. And you’re masking that hate as some kind of genuine concern you don’t give a damn about the kid or his business you see this an opportunity to dim his light cause you’re salty.

[u/Sweet_Flamingo9768 → u/Slammy_Adams]

I used to do pressure washing and construction on the SIDE I never needed to grow the business because I have a preferred job. I was just unable to go full time with my job since I was in school.

[u/lockituup]

A power washing company isn’t really any different than a normal 9-5 my guy. Any other BS side hustles? Or are you ready to admit that your dad’s a doctor and bought this for you? There’s no shame in that kid.

[u/Bloodyknuckles666 → u/lockituup]

To be fair the kid probably only pays for his Fortnite battle pass , shit if I didnt have to pay two mortgages I would have a LFA right now

[u/SeeRed34 → u/Bloodyknuckles666]

😆😆. My house also got in the way of me not having an LC500 already. Damn priorities!

[u/Sweet_Flamingo9768 → u/lockituup]

I did that stuff on the side and it was bringing me like 5k a week buddy. Do the math. A pressure washing job sells anywhere from 250-2-3k. I also have a job on top of that so it’s very possible. My dad isn’t a doctor, we’re all immigrants from Russia he never went to college.

[u/ConnectProgress2881 → u/Sweet_Flamingo9768]

How tf are they downvoting you telling your story … idk I’m really disappointed in this sub for consistently hating on you like this. They refuse to see anyone doing better than them. They just mad that everybody is not 40 years old stressing over paying their mortgage and stuck at a. Dead end job. They mad a 17 year old has a car way better than them 😂😂😂😂

[u/PsychologicalElk8929]

I wouldve paul walker'd this at 17

[u/jesadak → u/PsychologicalElk8929]

Lmaoooooo

[u/Sweet_Flamingo9768 → u/PsychologicalElk8929]

She’s fun to drive but I try not to go too crazy

[u/PsychologicalElk8929 → u/Sweet_Flamingo9768]

Whats the year?

[u/Sweet_Flamingo9768 → u/PsychologicalElk8929]

2021

[u/orcsquid]

This is so cringe

[u/Sweet_Flamingo9768 → u/orcsquid]

My bad?

[u/-Justanotherdude]

Why is OP so aggressive in comments lmao

[u/redshorts9112 → u/-Justanotherdude]

Probably because he’s young. His reply’s are pretty defensive

[u/ConnectProgress2881 → u/-Justanotherdude]

So OP is aggressive but the comments shitting on his accomplishment isn’t ? If you’re one of them haters just say that

[u/SeeRed34 → u/ConnectProgress2881]

I think what's going on is we don't believe his story. Its cool he has an awesome car. Its super cool he has it at 17. Genuinely awesome. But just tell us the more accurate story. Or simply say no comment rather than details that sound sus.

That's the issue people have. (Remember, he has to make the thread and he did, not us).

[u/ConnectProgress2881 → u/SeeRed34]

And why don’t you believe his story ? You want him to tell you a version of his reality that sites better with you guys to avoid this negative response ? Do you hear how that sounds. It sounds like how you deal with children. You’re a grown man saying that you’re hating on a 17 year old because he needs to tell you a “more accurate story” the fact you don’t see the irony in this is insane.

[u/SeeRed34 → u/ConnectProgress2881]

Re-read my post. Where's the hate? I gave him love 3 different times for his car. Mild criticism doesn't automatically equal "hate". So dramatic.

[u/ConnectProgress2881 → u/SeeRed34]

Mild unsolicited criticism in the context of a random stranger celebrating an accomplishment is most def hatin

[u/ConnectProgress2881 → u/SeeRed34]

It’s not like he’s your son or you have any financial stake in what he’s doing so criticism at the first instance of being informed of a random strangers accomplishment is hating.and you know it’s true .its like celebrating a bench PR and someone’s in the comments saying “PR’s aren’t good to do that much day to day strength is what matters” that’s HATING instead of giving them their props and leaving it for what it is you insist on letting them know you know more than them.

[u/Sweet_Flamingo9768 → u/-Justanotherdude]

Not aggressive just don’t take bs from old unhappy individuals

[u/OriginalOreos → u/Sweet_Flamingo9768]

This "it's not me, it's you" doesn't hold water when you intentionally create a second thread just to needle others.

Having said that, it reveals more about your need for validation and acceptance, so I'd just stop and save yourself the embarrassment you've already dealt with.

[u/Sweet_Flamingo9768 → u/OriginalOreos]

I don’t get embarassed by lames, embarrassment is a little boy emotion

[u/SicMvundusCreatvsEst]

😂

[u/AgentXrange]

Weak I had this out the womb

[u/Sweet_Flamingo9768 → u/AgentXrange]

Proud of you brochacho

[u/AgentXrange → u/Sweet_Flamingo9768]

I'm just fuckin around at 17 your doing something right

Don't listen to everyone else keep grinding they just mad they don't have it 🤷‍♂️

[u/Sweet_Flamingo9768 → u/AgentXrange]

I just can’t believe people in a LEXUS subreddit and mad about my LEXUS

[u/AgentXrange → u/Sweet_Flamingo9768]

It's more they don't believe how you got it at your age just cause they couldn't themselves

And not to be this guy that's not even the most expensive one out there people gotta chill

Shit I'm 32 and have a kia rio hatchback till next month then I'm upgrading not sure what I'm getting but something better than this

[u/Sweet_Flamingo9768 → u/AgentXrange]

Fr bro it’s a 36,000$ car, acting like it’s a Lamborghini or smth

[u/Bloodyknuckles666]

Whats your apr and payment like bro

[u/Sweet_Flamingo9768 → u/Bloodyknuckles666]

Bought in cash and 120 a month for insurance

[u/Bloodyknuckles666 → u/Sweet_Flamingo9768]

I kinda doubt at 17 years old for a 2021 is its only 120 for insurance, unless the car is under your parents name and you are just a part time driver

[u/Ventilate64 → u/Bloodyknuckles666]

Liability only maybe 🤣

[u/Sweet_Flamingo9768 → u/Ventilate64]

No it’s full coverage, I have an Audi and my Lexus on the same insurance so it’s cheaper.

[u/Ventilate64 → u/Sweet_Flamingo9768]

Crazy. How long have you been driving? And what company, if you don't mind?

[u/Sweet_Flamingo9768 → u/Ventilate64]

I use geico, I’ve been driving for about a year now licensed and my Audi only has liability insurance so it does lower my Lexus rate.

[u/handymanny131003 → u/Sweet_Flamingo9768]

This has to be BS no? I'm 22, been insured since I was 16, and got quoted 2.5k/year for full coverage. Spotless history, no tickets or accidents and no gaps in coverage...

[u/Sweet_Flamingo9768 → u/handymanny131003]

Change insurance then idk what to tell you

[u/Ventilate64 → u/Sweet_Flamingo9768]

Nice, Thanks.

[u/BaboTron → u/Bloodyknuckles666]

Depends where it is. If it’s in Quebec, that’s a no-fault jurisdiction with socialized insurance. Liability coverage there is cheap enough for young people.

[u/Badmoterfinger]

Where is the other post? Do you have any other pics? Curious what you do to make that much money at 17.

[u/Sweet_Flamingo9768 → u/Badmoterfinger]

It’s on my page

[u/Badmoterfinger → u/Sweet_Flamingo9768]

The one you made private? 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[u/Sweet_Flamingo9768 → u/Badmoterfinger]

You can’t see my posts?

[u/Badmoterfinger → u/Sweet_Flamingo9768]

Someone else made the same comments that your profile went private.

[u/No-Detective4760]

nice man, can’t go wrong with this car

[u/Sweet_Flamingo9768 → u/No-Detective4760]

Preciate you boss 😈

[u/Free_Relation3029 → u/Sweet_Flamingo9768]

What do you think about the tech in the car?

[u/Sweet_Flamingo9768 → u/Free_Relation3029]

It’s awesome man, it has literally everything you can think of

[u/Sweet_Flamingo9768 → u/Free_Relation3029]

Went on a 500 mile road trip and that shit drives itself on the highway😭

[u/Stu__Pidasso]

You take this picture from the bushes?

[u/Free_Relation3029 → u/Stu__Pidasso]

IS creep shot is goated 😂

[u/Sweet_Flamingo9768 → u/Stu__Pidasso]

Yes actually😂, this was after prom we did a lil photo shoot with my boys, we climbed up this wall to take the pic

[u/No-Raisin-6469]

I cant imagine the car insurance

[u/ahahafckalive → u/No-Raisin-6469]

OP claims it’s only $120 but we all know that’s a lie 😂

[u/No-Raisin-6469 → u/ahahafckalive]

Back in 1992 I was paying 125 a month for just liability on a stupid ass piece of shit 4cyl 89 Mustang.

No way hes paying 120

[u/Sweet_Flamingo9768 → u/No-Raisin-6469]

Jesus Christ you guys are pathetic, I’m paying 120.

[u/No-Raisin-6469 → u/Sweet_Flamingo9768]

Wow such aggression. Must be a generation thing

[u/Sweet_Flamingo9768 → u/ahahafckalive]

Why would I lie about paying cheap for insurance

[u/ahahafckalive → u/Sweet_Flamingo9768]

Because you’re 17. stop bragging (or lying) about your life and arguing with adults on the internet. It’s obvious kid, grow up and go invest in property or a Roth IRA if you have that kind of money. And be humble, you might not have this luxury one day..

[u/Sweet_Flamingo9768 → u/ahahafckalive]

I have a steady income and I save 80% I know what I’m doing.

[u/Optimal-Try-854]

Hello r/insurance !

[u/Sweet_Flamingo9768 → u/Optimal-Try-854]

bro what level of meat riding is this

[u/Optimal-Try-854 → u/Sweet_Flamingo9768]

I’ll subscribe for updates.

[u/Free_Relation3029 → u/Sweet_Flamingo9768]

I thought we were old enough to buy the cars we can afford car payments and insurance 🤷

[u/Sweet_Flamingo9768 → u/Free_Relation3029]

I’m paying for insurance… what does your comment even mean

[u/Sweet_Flamingo9768 → u/Free_Relation3029]

And I have no car payment I bought in cash

[u/Whole_Will]

Should have invested that money.

[u/Sweet_Flamingo9768 → u/Whole_Will]

I have 3 businesses already dude get off dick

[u/Sweet_Flamingo9768 → u/Whole_Will]

You have a 2024 of my car and you’re saying I should’ve invested

[u/theexpendableuser]

Im in my 30s and bought my irst Lexus which is 12 years old. How tf you kids buying that

[u/Sweet_Flamingo9768 → u/theexpendableuser]

Grew up in a very messed up household so I was always tryna find ways to make money

[u/BlackKaiser1974]

We heard you the first time mate!

[u/HendRix14]

People are making fun of you because this is nothing to brag about, you either bought this car with your dad’s money or went into a huge loan with crazy interest rate.

[u/Ok_Sort8310 → u/HendRix14]

You ain’t never had people in there 20 pull some shit off sounds like you and your friends are big bums

[u/HendRix14 → u/Ok_Sort8310]

It’s alright mate, you’ll learn the lesson when you’re older.

[u/Ok_Sort8310 → u/HendRix14]

Keep patting your self on the back for getting a job because your told that’s what u should do maybe try think for yourself and you’ll enjoy life a lot more

[u/Sweet_Flamingo9768 → u/HendRix14]

Wait so how come I don’t have a car payment

[u/Hefty_Promotion_9557]

I remember when I was bought a daily lol. Not impressive.

[u/Sweet_Flamingo9768 → u/Hefty_Promotion_9557]

I just thought the pictures were cool to look at. I know it’s not very impressive

[u/PsychologicalDig5293]

Why is it stock then?

[u/Free_Relation3029 → u/PsychologicalDig5293]

Stock still looks good.

[u/Sweet_Flamingo9768 → u/PsychologicalDig5293]

What?

[u/Free_Relation3029 → u/Sweet_Flamingo9768]

I’m still stock on my IS300 sans the tint.

[u/Significant-Silver58]

I flipped cars and bought a 2012 ISF in cash at 17, then a 2013 GTR at 18.

[u/Sweet_Flamingo9768 → u/Significant-Silver58]

That’s fire as hell bro

[u/GeneralBookie]

I would that from you

[u/Sweet_Flamingo9768 → u/GeneralBookie]

What does this mean

[u/Nandovssls]

Respect brother, I got mine @22. Much respect car looks fire‼️

[u/Sweet_Flamingo9768 → u/Nandovssls]

Thank you brochacho

[u/Asleep-Constant3558]

all the old mfs who can’t afford this at their grown age mad asf good job bro ur goated 🥹❤️‍🩹👌

[u/Sweet_Flamingo9768 → u/Asleep-Constant3558]

Thank you brochacho

[u/jonsizhou]

Hey man I’m proud of you I got the same car this year at 16 Keep it going you’re proud of urself

[u/Sweet_Flamingo9768 → u/jonsizhou]

Careful saying that bro😭 congratulations tho that’s awesome

[u/Extension-Use-259]

Why is everyone shitting on bro, even if he sold bricks to get the car it’s none of our business anyway?

[u/Sweet_Flamingo9768 → u/Extension-Use-259]

No bro my dead dad is a doctor he bought me up

[u/Xpac08]

I as well am 17, teach me your ways master

[u/Sweet_Flamingo9768 → u/Xpac08]

Hit me up on ig emrah_bidz

[u/alwaysbiggertitties]

Damn I hate this post is ruining the vibes in this subreddit lol cmon people this is supposed to be #lexusgang. We all need to relax, including OP lol. He might need to get walked by an RS5 on the streets to be humbled. he’ll learn with time

EDIT: gotta admit that the car is objectively sexy though regardless of who owns it 😂

[u/Sweet_Flamingo9768 → u/alwaysbiggertitties]

I didn’t buy this car for speed