<prompt> Human: I am 23 years old and consider myself financially responsible. I was able to pay cash for my masters degree while working full time and buy a car for a purchase price of 26k with 14k financed. I paid it off in a year and 2 months. During this time I made regular maximum contribution to my Roth IRA as I still doand maintained a 3 month savings buffer at a minimum. My logic to spending on the car was that when I bought my honda accord it would be the last car I buy for at least 10 years, maybe and hopefully 15. I understand that its opinion, but whats the deal with everyone bashing spending money on a car? If I didnt have reliable transport I would not have reliable income, nor the opportunity to do side jobs for more income. I know the vehicles value decreases but I view it as an investment like education, I pay out but for an opportunity of return. No, it isnt guaranteed, but what investment is? I care for my vehicle and I dont have to worry about it starting in winter, stalling, breaking down. All things considered, isnt that worth the money? Im not looking for an argument or battle, Im just confused as to why so many people are against spending in this area.  <response>: I dont believe people bash spending on cars as a whole, just stupid spending on cars. 