how can some of you guys afford such a big detailing collection? - Page 2

boogiejoe · 01-31-08, 07:20

Graduated college itself has something to do with it.

Jakerooni · 01-31-08, 01:24

I love how all these college graduates wash cars for a living

<----- does the exact same thing. I graduated in Engineering (design) back in 1997. Didn't like the feild at all. make a ton more money now washing cars than I ever did designing them... It helps to make good choices in life and save up some cash. It's really the only reason. You'll get there soon to if it's what you really want to do.

weekendwarrior · 01-31-08, 01:49

I guess it comes down to priorities, and interests. I don't play golf anymore. When I did, I spent a ton on golf equipment, green fees, travel, etc... Now, I get enjoyment out of working on a car, so I choose to spend my money on detailing supplies.

Save your money now, get your degree, and look for a job that will be able to provide for yourself (and family) and that you enjoy. Then enjoy spending on whatever hobbies you want once you get a career started.

kh765 · 01-31-08, 01:58

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Originally Posted by weekendwarrior

I guess it comes down to priorities, and interests. I don't play golf anymore. When I did, I spent a ton on golf equipment, green fees, travel, etc... Now, I get enjoyment out of working on a car, so I choose to spend my money on detailing supplies.

Sounds just like me.

jswift2000 · 01-31-08, 03:53

Save and buy a little at a time. Me... I came here looking for advice, towels and wash mits and now I have more stuff than I ever imagined - I never saw it coming...

Civicman86 · 01-31-08, 03:56

I'm a college student too, my collection is no where the size as some of these on here but I think I have a good collection going. I just buy during the sales. Also most of my money goes to my car/GF/IRA so I don't waste it on clothes and junk.

Sludge · 01-31-08, 04:43

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Originally Posted by Civicman86

I'm a college student too, my collection is no where the size as some of these on here but I think I have a good collection going. I just buy during the sales. Also most of my money goes to my car/GF/IRA so I don't waste it on clothes and junk.

You are a smart young man.

Wish I had your smarts when I was your age.

toyotaguy · 01-31-08, 08:49

I dont waste money on things I dont need....

I NEED food, I dont NEED booze (well, not all the time lol)
I NEED products to keep me stocked up detailing for a profit, I dont NEED the latest fashion to detail in...

basically, it comes down to loving a freshly detailed car and wanting to keep yours that way...then you branch out and try to get everyone else on the same page as you...thats what happened to me...

BigAl3 · 01-31-08, 09:18

just save a little here & there, and it will eventually grow...

JohnZ3MC · 02-01-08, 01:09

When I was 19 I was like you. I had virtually nothing. I was putting myself through univ. by working nights and weekends, studying between work shifts and food breaks.
Then buying Microsoft dirt cheap and holding on, then a great paying job, then more investments, then the stock market crash.
Now I have one can of Megs #16 and nothing else.
Can you loan me 20 bucks till the weekend?
No, really, things get better with time. Smarts, diligence, honesty, character, a work ethic that never quits, tenacity, faith in self, and other positive qualities eventually allow the purchase of a couple of nice detailing supplies.
Never give up, never surrender, and aim for that great Metabo and SIP.
I wish I was 19 again.
-John C.

itb76 · 02-01-08, 10:54

I didn't have any money in college either, most students don't. You pay your dues and hopefully over the years you save a little.

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Originally Posted by Totoland Mach

Actually, this hobby compared to others like golf, auto racing, etc is pretty cost effective. I like to try different products and end up settling on 2 or 3 as my standard.

Boy I can vouch for that! Racing is TONS more expensive than detailing, and you guys who detail cars for others can make that money back and then some. The money I spend racing just goes down the tubes, and I don't spend enough to run up front. But nothing is as fun.

Never tried golf, too slow/relaxing for me.

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Originally Posted by Jakerooni

<----- does the exact same thing. I graduated in Engineering (design) back in 1997. Didn't like the feild at all. make a ton more money now washing cars than I ever did designing them... It helps to make good choices in life and save up some cash. It's really the only reason. You'll get there soon to if it's what you really want to do.

More power to you Jake! I can't see detailing in Michigan in the winter as fun, but hats off to those of you who do this for a living, year 'round!

P1et · 02-01-08, 04:54

Don't get caught up with buying all the latest and greatest product. It's a dangerous trap. Buy what works for you and use it often.

What I spend in my detailing supplies, I make back in detailing vehicles on the side.