Buying a Camaro at 35 a Midlife Crisis ? - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

UFO's_A51 · 02-26-2016, 02:52 AM

I'm sure that's what my ex thought when she saw me driving my Camaro. We were together for 15 looong years ! I always wanted a car like this one,
I remember the first time I brought it up she was like that's not a family car & if you buy it you can pack your stuff blablabla
So I ended up buying a truck and a SUV. We split up a few months ago & guess what's was the first thing I did.

I don't know why most people think this is a midlife crisis thing.

Not my case.

drew peacock · 02-26-2016, 03:30 AM

i have longed to own muscle cars from a young age...only managed to get the money to buy one in my 50's.
loving every minute..my wife wants me own a nice car like the camaro..she knows how much it means to me..
when i said i need 36k for mine she said oh ok i'll transfer over the money to your account now..

motorhead · 02-26-2016, 04:46 AM

No it is more like a big fat "F" you to the beouch that refused you one for fifteen years.

That's different than a midlife crisis purchase. Although both are more about whats going on upstairs and less about the actual car. Congrats! I think.

DRKS1D3 · 02-26-2016, 05:34 AM

A mid-life crisis? I suppose I have a huge problem on my hands then (I'm 35 too). Nah, I'm just a car and motorcycle nut who enjoys toys and knows how to handle his money wisely. My Camaro SS (in my sig), my DRZ400 Supermoto (bored and stroked to a 472 w/stage 2 Hot Cams) and my newest purchase, a 2016 VROD Muscle with Vance and Hines exhaust.

I enjoy motorized toys. My wife enjoys clothes, shoes and purses. We're both happy.

Joseph1LE · 02-26-2016, 05:37 AM

Congrats on getting rid of her and congrats on the car. A woman who doesnt support my hobbies and interests is not a woman I need in my life.

paul84043 · 02-26-2016, 06:22 AM

Who's life are you living? Yours, or someone elses?

This is your only go-round, might as well enjoy it.

baum · 02-26-2016, 06:31 AM

man my wife just told me to do it!

she only has ridden in the car like 5 times. for me its a "me"car!

JD555 · 02-26-2016, 06:45 AM

I am 50 and just got mine. I get it also, HOW OLD ARE YOU. My first car was 1972 Camaro and I have had all trucks up till now. I have only owned 2 cars and they are Camaros. My dad is 80 and every time I go over he makes me take him out in it. I think he smiles more than I do. I am trying to get him to drive it but he does not want to shift. I keep telling him the worst you will do is stall it letting out the clutch. Who cares start it up again and we go.

Moto-Mojo · 02-26-2016, 06:51 AM

Only if you plan to live to 70! (bought mine at 56)

SlingShot · 02-26-2016, 06:55 AM

IMO 35 is too young to call it a mid life crisis ... Needs to be around 50

derek1387 · 02-26-2016, 07:01 AM

Well my midlife crisis started early then.... 2 brand new motorcycles, 2 used motorcycles and a new Camaro, at 28....

justkid · 02-26-2016, 07:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Joseph1LE

A woman who doesnt support my hobbies and interests is not a woman I need in my life.

I applaud to that!!! My little lady supported me even when the amount of my guitars went over 300, and when I saw this yellow jem, with no hesitation she said - you should take it. It's got your name on it. You think she asks for something in return? Never. You just have to be a nice guy and do the right thing. Got her a new T4R.

vegas girl · 02-26-2016, 07:26 AM

Was 54....got DIVORCED(married to loser for 27 years)....bought my dream car....Camaro convertible. My kids accused me of a midlife crisis. I called them HATERS and said they were jealous cause mom's car was way cooler than theirs!!!!

justjoshin · 02-26-2016, 07:29 AM

Average lifespan for US men is 76, so 35 is close.... i bought mine 5 years ago at 37.

02-26-2016, 02:52 AM	#1
UFO's_A51 We're out there Drives: 2014 Camaro LS Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: SoCal Posts: 227	Buying a Camaro at 35 a Midlife Crisis ? I'm sure that's what my ex thought when she saw me driving my Camaro. We were together for 15 looong years ! I always wanted a car like this one, I remember the first time I brought it up she was like that's not a family car & if you buy it you can pack your stuff blablabla So I ended up buying a truck and a SUV. We split up a few months ago & guess what's was the first thing I did. I don't know why most people think this is a midlife crisis thing. Not my case. __________________ Who said mods aren't addictive !! Current mods/Upgrades:K&N CAI/MRT Version 2 Axle-back Exhaust/Z28 Factory Style Spoiler Wing/Camaro ZL1 Replica Wheels(Satin Black) by Factory Reproductions/Camaro 2014-15 LS LT RS ACS-T5 Splitter(Satin Black)/"CAMARO" Caliper Covers(Matte Black)/Elite Catch Can/Window Tinting/Vmax ported TB/VTC. Future Mods/Upgrades:/Duraflex Wicker Bill Body Spoiler kit/GM-X Duraflex Side Skirts Body Kit Last edited by UFO's_A51; 02-26-2016 at 03:10 AM.

02-26-2016, 05:34 AM	#4
DRKS1D3 Drives: '17 Corvette Grand Sport M7 Join Date: May 2012 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 3,748	A mid-life crisis? I suppose I have a huge problem on my hands then (I'm 35 too). Nah, I'm just a car and motorcycle nut who enjoys toys and knows how to handle his money wisely. My Camaro SS (in my sig), my DRZ400 Supermoto (bored and stroked to a 472 w/stage 2 Hot Cams) and my newest purchase, a 2016 VROD Muscle with Vance and Hines exhaust. I enjoy motorized toys. My wife enjoys clothes, shoes and purses. We're both happy. Attached Images __________________ MY RIDE: 2017 CORVETTE GRAND SPORT--TRIPLE BLACK, 7 SPEED MANUAL, VARARAM TCR-7 INTAKE, BORLA CATLESS X-PIPE, CARBON FIBER STAGE 2 AERO, MGW SHORT-THROW SHIFTER SOLD2011 TRIPLE BLACK SS CONVERTIBLE--6 SPEED MANUAL, MANY MODS, 455 RWHP/435 RWTQ DAD'S RIDE: 2012 ZL1 #1866--BLACK, 6 SPEED MANUAL, EXPOSED CF HOOD, POLISHED WHEELS, SUNROOF, ROTO-FAB INTAKE "Silly Americans, taking from the rich and giving to the poor only works in fairy tales. Success is earned here!".

02-26-2016, 05:37 AM	#5
Joseph1LE Drives: 2015 Camaro SS 1LE, 2001 Camaro SS Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Miami Posts: 836	Congrats on getting rid of her and congrats on the car. A woman who doesnt support my hobbies and interests is not a woman I need in my life. __________________ 2017 GMC Canyon All Terrain- daily driver/dirt bike hauler 2015 Camaro SS 1LE- sold 2001 Camaro SS SOM M6- sold 1999 Firebird Formula A4- sold

02-26-2016, 06:51 AM	#9
Moto-Mojo Fast Cars and Old Guitars Drives: 2015 2SS RS (L99, baby!) Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: N. CA Posts: 3,973	Only if you plan to live to 70! (bought mine at 56) __________________ “I don’t want to belong to any club that would have me as a member.” - Groucho Marx

02-26-2016, 06:55 AM	#10
SlingShot Drives: 2012 ZL1 - #670 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Seminole, Fl. Posts: 8,009	IMO 35 is too young to call it a mid life crisis ... Needs to be around 50 __________________

02-26-2016, 03:30 AM	#2
drew peacock Banned Drives: 2012 2SS INFERNO ORANGE Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: sweden Posts: 1,843	i have longed to own muscle cars from a young age...only managed to get the money to buy one in my 50's. loving every minute..my wife wants me own a nice car like the camaro..she knows how much it means to me.. when i said i need 36k for mine she said oh ok i'll transfer over the money to your account now..

02-26-2016, 04:46 AM	#3
motorhead Drives: Love the one you're with Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Downtown Charlie Brown Posts: 11,850	No it is more like a big fat "F" you to the beouch that refused you one for fifteen years. That's different than a midlife crisis purchase. Although both are more about whats going on upstairs and less about the actual car. Congrats! I think.

02-26-2016, 06:22 AM	#6
paul84043 Drives: 2015 Camaro 2SS RS 1LE Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Lehi, Utah Posts: 1,349 View My Garage	Who's life are you living? Yours, or someone elses? This is your only go-round, might as well enjoy it.

02-26-2016, 06:31 AM	#7
baum Drives: 2013 1LS, 2013 Ram 1500 Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Minneapolis, mn Posts: 645	man my wife just told me to do it! she only has ridden in the car like 5 times. for me its a "me"car!

02-26-2016, 06:45 AM	#8
JD555 Drives: 2014 2SS RS, 6 sp man Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Marlton, NJ Posts: 461	I am 50 and just got mine. I get it also, HOW OLD ARE YOU. My first car was 1972 Camaro and I have had all trucks up till now. I have only owned 2 cars and they are Camaros. My dad is 80 and every time I go over he makes me take him out in it. I think he smiles more than I do. I am trying to get him to drive it but he does not want to shift. I keep telling him the worst you will do is stall it letting out the clutch. Who cares start it up again and we go.

02-26-2016, 07:01 AM	#11
derek1387 Drives: 2015 1LS Red V6 Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: St Joseph, MO Posts: 1,849	Well my midlife crisis started early then.... 2 brand new motorcycles, 2 used motorcycles and a new Camaro, at 28.... __________________ Sponsors: Overkill Motorsport BCS Auto JacFab Machining APDEG Dream Gear Mobile Audio Thanks to Will @ Overkill Motorsports, Jason @ JacFab, Jim @ Ohio Speed, Brandon at Dream Gear, and the boys at Randy Curnow Chevrolet 5th Gen V6 Performance Facebook Group

02-26-2016, 07:26 AM	#13
vegas girl Drives: 2013 2LT/RS BRM convertible Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Sin City Posts: 352 View My Garage	Was 54....got DIVORCED(married to loser for 27 years)....bought my dream car....Camaro convertible. My kids accused me of a midlife crisis. I called them HATERS and said they were jealous cause mom's car was way cooler than theirs!!!! __________________ 2013 2LT/RS BRM Convertible

02-26-2016, 07:29 AM	#14
justjoshin Drives: 2010 SW 1SS L99 Camaro Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Louisiana Posts: 2,085 View My Garage	Average lifespan for US men is 76, so 35 is close.... i bought mine 5 years ago at 37. __________________