What do you think about people who BUY THEIR 16yr OLD KIDS A MERCEDES or BMW's?

Question

On that MTV reality show "SWEET 16", every kid gets a brand new BMW, Mercedes, or Porsche for their 16th birthday.

This seems a bit too much for some 16 year old kid who doesnt even have a job--What do You Think??

WOULD YOU BUY YOUR 16 YEAR OLD KID A BRAND NEW PORSCHE IF YOU COULD AFFORD IT??

Answer 1

they're setting their kids up for irresposibility. You know the kind. They'll be begging mommy and daddy for things when they're 40.

Answer 2

I'm going to have to say that's a pretty stupid idea. My kids are only btwn the ages of 8-10 but I can relate something of my personal experience to this question. My oldest two just started music lessons at school. The school has a deal going with an instrument salesman to work on payment plans with the parents. You have a variety of levels you could chose from, completely used to new. You also have the option to trade it in later, either for a different instrument if your kid decides he doesn't like the one he's taking (I actually have to trade a trumpet for a drum at the moment) as well as the option if you want to upgrade from the current level. My kids are just starting so I went for something in the middle, almost like new.....not quite as expensive as a brand new one but not as many miles put on like a completely used one either. My kids get good enough I can always upgrade later. The point of this is they have no clue what they are doing. The ride their instruments tough, no biggie, I'm not spending as much as a new one. They decide they aren't interested in playing anymore, I'm out $300 as to say $1000. Hurts the pocket alot less. Soooooo......the point of this....I would rather spend a couple thousand on a used car until my kids know what they are doing so if they trash it, no biggie. Even if I had the money I want a test subject for my kids to try out first to make sure my money is well spent later.

Answer 3

I actually grew up with kids that got this. I am now financially in the situation to do this but I wouldn't. The kids who got this (I actually was poor) it hurt them more than helped them. They didn't appreciate it and took it all for granted.

One girl we went to school with got a new Jaguar for her birthday and totaled it within 2 weeks. I think it's pretty sad when you peak in high school.

Also, I think the parents look at it as a badge of honor....oh...look what I am giving my kids. Too bad, because what those kids really need is some hugs and good attention. To have themselves so wrapped up in material things will not help them down the road. What will happen to those kids when their parents die? They will be 60 year old orphans.....kind of sad actually.

Answer 4

Not a good idea. It sends the message that instant gratification is the norm. Kids need to learn the value of money and what it takes to work hard, save money and reap the reward after time. When kids are handed such a huge gift, they take it for granted, don't take care of it, and don't appreciate it because they expect to be spoiled. Not to mention - it's not safe to give a 16 year old a fast sports car.

Answer 5

I think they are setting themselves up for a big dissapointment when the kid trashes it.
Do people ever really appreciate an expensive toy they didnt work thier *** off to get for themselves? Are the 16 yr olds on that show even capable of doing things for themselves? What happens to them when the money is gone?

Answer 6

Yeah I would. Isnt that the reason why as an adult you work hard? So your kids can have a better life. I'm not saying that spoiling kids is a good thing, but coming from a guy who grew up in a family of 10, where we didnt have a lot of nice things, I would like my kids to be able to have a better life, and that means I would like them to have a nice car compared to a piece of **** like most teenagers drive.

Answer 7

look .those kids on that show are ungrateful brats.but if i had a nice respectful child who did well in school and was trustworty,and i could afford it,why not.i buy my kids nice clothes and they still play in the dirt.they are children and dont know the value of a dollar but i still take them nice places.when i go on vacation should i stay somewhere crappy so they understand the value of a dollar.we all want to give our kids the best,and when you have alot of money,the best is just better.

Answer 8

I had to work and use my money to buy my own car. It was a 7 year old Camero and I loved it and took care of it better of it than any spoiled kid could. Anyone knows you only respect the things you earn.
By the way, my parents (love them) could afford to buy me a new car but felt 16 was a time to teach me to be a responsible adult.

Answer 9

No, i would NOT buy my kid a expensive car, no matter how much money i had. Actually, I would not buy my kid any car. My parents never bought me a car, once i got a job, my dad co signed and i made the payments. Those kids are spoiled brats who will never have the slightest idea about what goes on in the world.I think its disgusting that the rich parents allow kids to live off their money instead of teaching them what it takes for real working people to have things like that.

Answer 10

It's absolutely crazy! Even If I had a whole s*^t load of money I wouldn't do something stupid like that. And I know I wouldn't, because being born and living with little money, gives you appreciation for money, so even if I won the lottery tomorrow, I wouldn't but my kid a car like that. If they're doing good in school, and possibly working, and are responsible, I may concider buying them a usable(used) car. If they want the porsche(?) they'll have to do very well in school, get an awesome job and buy it them selves!!!!

Answer 11

can you believe that show? i cannot even fathom what kind of parent spends hundreds of thousands of dollars on a birthday party for a kid. it is completely ridiculous. and they cave in to every demand from the kid.
i can't see buying a kid a porsche or bmw. i don't even have either one myself, even though i could if i wanted. i just don't see the point in spending that much money on a vehicle.
i actually find that show quite socially irresponsible. don't you think it sets up expectations for all the 16 yr old kids out there who come from average families?