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Originally Posted by Sailor Steve
Once upon a time in a tire shop I noticed that 'Z'-rated tires were $300 each. When I pointed them out the salesman asked how anyone could afford those.
My reply: For someone who can afford the car they go on, $1200 for a set of tires is probably a drop in the bucket. Same probably goes for insurance.
Neal, did he let you drive it?
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You would be surprised, Steve. I worked at Goodyear 11 years. Many purchased cars without thinking ahead to cost of maintenance. Many showed up for a new set of Gator Back tires for their IROC Chevy. When the 4 figure quote for the tires was presented many walked out of the door not realizing tires for the IROC were costly and not affordable. However, the car owner could pay the month to month on the loan because the finance folks made it "work" for the buyer. It "worked" up to the point the vehicle needed tires or other general maintenance.