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Re: Drive to work
Originally Posted by Ethos83
(Post 10989091)
Sorry.
Your earlier post implied it took a hour to get out of JLT alone. My mistake. But I'll continue to point fingers at expatriates who can't be arsed to sacrifice the comforts of their cars and yet still complain about the traffic problems they willingly contribute to. b) Everyone complains about traffic everywhere. That's human nature. c) I fail to see what it has to do with you as you left Dubai years ago. |
Re: Drive to work
Which is more annoying, me ribbing Scamp or that you never fail to sneer at that I lived in the Greens? The latter is tiring and surely you can think of something else to criticise me for :confused: You claim to be a reasonably bright woman with above average intellect and this is the best you can come up with?
This year I've been going to Dubai for work on average once every six weeks. Yes, haven't really mentioned it before but then again I was afraid someone like you would come along and turn it into another annoying criticism :sneaky: Anyway, to rehash the point. Scamp works in JLT. He could have easily lived within walking distance of his office. JLT and Business Bay aren't that different - mediocre and overpriced towers catering to overpaid expats. But he chose not to. He chose to have to suffer a long commute. Thus I spake: quit complaining and put up with it.
Originally Posted by Meow
(Post 10989565)
a) Not everyone lives in The Greens (*other residential areas do exist) or near a metro station. Or works near one, or even a regular bus route.
b) Everyone complains about traffic everywhere. That's human nature. c) I fail to see what it has to do with you as you left Dubai years ago. |
Re: Drive to work
Originally Posted by Ethos83
(Post 10989613)
Which is more annoying, me ribbing Scamp or that you never fail to sneer at that I lived in the Greens? The latter is tiring and surely you can think of something else to criticise me for :confused: You claim to be a reasonably bright woman with above average intellect and this is the best you can come up with?
This year I've been going to Dubai for work on average once every six weeks. Yes, haven't really mentioned it before but then again I was afraid someone like you would come along and turn it into another annoying criticism :sneaky: Anyway, to rehash the point. Scamp works in JLT. He could have easily lived within walking distance of his office. JLT and Business Bay aren't that different - mediocre and overpriced towers catering to overpaid expats. But he chose not to. He chose to have to suffer a long commute. Thus I spake: quit complaining and put up with it. |
Re: Drive to work
Originally Posted by Ethos83
(Post 10989613)
Which is more annoying, me ribbing Scamp or that you never fail to sneer at that I lived in the Greens? The latter is tiring and surely you can think of something else to criticise me for :confused: You claim to be a reasonably bright woman with above average intellect and this is the best you can come up with?
This year I've been going to Dubai for work on average once every six weeks. Yes, haven't really mentioned it before but then again I was afraid someone like you would come along and turn it into another annoying criticism :sneaky: Anyway, to rehash the point. Scamp works in JLT. He could have easily lived within walking distance of his office. JLT and Business Bay aren't that different - mediocre and overpriced towers catering to overpaid expats. But he chose not to. He chose to have to suffer a long commute. Thus I spake: quit complaining and put up with it. |
Re: Drive to work
Originally Posted by commander
(Post 10989778)
His missus wears the trousers. He stated that earlier as the reason for not staying in JLT.
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Re: Drive to work
Originally Posted by Ethos83
(Post 10989368)
You're not the one complaining about the traffic, are you?
..... His choice, fine, then why whinge about the traffic and expect sympathy?
Originally Posted by Ethos83
(Post 10989613)
Which is more annoying, me ribbing Scamp or that you never fail to sneer at that I lived in the Greens? The latter is tiring and surely you can think of something else to criticise me for :confused: You claim to be a reasonably bright woman with above average intellect and this is the best you can come up with?
This year I've been going to Dubai for work on average once every six weeks. Yes, haven't really mentioned it before but then again I was afraid someone like you would come along and turn it into another annoying criticism :sneaky: Anyway, to rehash the point. Scamp works in JLT. He could have easily lived within walking distance of his office. JLT and Business Bay aren't that different - mediocre and overpriced towers catering to overpaid expats. But he chose not to. He chose to have to suffer a long commute. Thus I spake: quit complaining and put up with it. Note how I cleverly used what you wrote there?
Originally Posted by saudiflares
(Post 10989844)
:blink:
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Re: Drive to work
Originally Posted by Scamp
(Post 10990521)
She does wear the trousers sometimes, but sometimes I do, compromise is king. It's why she's put up with me for this long :thumbsup:
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Re: Drive to work
Originally Posted by the_red_sheep
(Post 10990551)
What I’m reading here is that she’s changing you into the man she wants you to be. ;)
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Re: Drive to work
Originally Posted by Ethos83
(Post 10989613)
The latter is tiring and surely you can think of something else to criticise me for :confused:
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Re: Drive to work
Originally Posted by Ethos83
(Post 10989613)
Which is more annoying, me ribbing Scamp or that you never fail to sneer at that I lived in the Greens? The latter is tiring and surely you can think of something else to criticise me for :confused: You claim to be a reasonably bright woman with above average intellect and this is the best you can come up with?
This year I've been going to Dubai for work on average once every six weeks. Yes, haven't really mentioned it before but then again I was afraid someone like you would come along and turn it into another annoying criticism :sneaky: Anyway, to rehash the point. Scamp works in JLT. He could have easily lived within walking distance of his office. JLT and Business Bay aren't that different - mediocre and overpriced towers catering to overpaid expats. But he chose not to. He chose to have to suffer a long commute. Thus I spake: quit complaining and put up with it. As for the rest of your post I haven't read it and really don't care. Now run along Tarquin. |
Re: Drive to work
I'm on the metro. It's alright.
Gold class was 11dizzers to BBay. Would genuinely consider doing this everyday, especially at the moment as car is in service and it's beautifully cool weather. I'm only just beyond MoE though and it's taken 11mins... |
Re: Drive to work
Originally Posted by Scamp
(Post 10996268)
I'm on the metro. It's alright.
Gold class was 11dizzers to BBay. Would genuinely consider doing this everyday, especially at the moment as car is in service and it's beautifully cool weather. I'm only just beyond MoE though and it's taken 11mins... |
Re: Drive to work
Originally Posted by Kix
(Post 10996282)
Posh bastard, most of us use pleb class.
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Re: Drive to work
Originally Posted by NorthernLad
(Post 10996303)
Using PT? :sick:
Since I use Tube and buses in London I don't see what the problem is, it's a darn sight cheaper too. |
Re: Drive to work
Originally Posted by Kix
(Post 10996316)
First world problems eh?
Since I use Tube and buses in London I don't see what the problem is, it's a darn sight cheaper too. I offered my seat to a woman and she, with others, just stared at me. Didn't seem the done thing. All in all; 9min to metro 5min ticket and wait 21min journey 10min walk home = 45 mins Conclusion: Not worth trying to take every day both ways, only good for four months a year when not too hot. Will DEFINITELY use for post-Thursday beers though and times like this when my car is being serviced / costing me a fortune. If I lived right on a stop, as in; won't get sweaty in summer and office was right next to one is seriously consider it. But, in final summary I think I just need a nicer car to enjoy the drive more :thumbsup: |
Re: Drive to work
I hate to sound a snob but I always use Gold Class now, its nothing to do with being posh though. 3 very valid reasons :
1. I have had a back op and its easier to find a seat in gold class, usually. 2. The 'Dubai Flu' that goes around once every 2 months is not so easy to catch if you have a little breathing space around you. This I learnt the hard way...twice! 3. And the most valid point of all, better perving options ;) |
Re: Drive to work
Originally Posted by Kix
(Post 10996316)
First world problems eh?
Since I use Tube and buses in London I don't see what the problem is, it's a darn sight cheaper too. |
Re: Drive to work
Originally Posted by Scamp
(Post 10996368)
But, in final summary I think I just need a nicer car to enjoy the drive more :thumbsup:
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Re: Drive to work
Originally Posted by NorthernLad
(Post 10996404)
Not everyones cup of tea, but I just got a good deal leasing a Q5 for 2 years through Hertz.
That being said the Q7 is about 400yds long so not the best example. What sort of money does it cost? |
Re: Drive to work
Originally Posted by Scamp
(Post 10996644)
I like the Q5, but don't you just wish you'd got the 7? Not meant to sound rude, I just think if I was buying a Porsche I'd want a 911, not a Boxster.
That being said the Q7 is about 400yds long so not the best example. What sort of money does it cost? |
Re: Drive to work
Originally Posted by Bahtatboy
(Post 10996702)
New Boxster S and Cayman S arguably as good if not better than 911. Totally irrelevant, I know...
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Re: Drive to work
Originally Posted by Bahtatboy
(Post 10996702)
New Boxster S and Cayman S arguably as good if not better than 911. Totally irrelevant, I know...
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Re: Drive to work
Originally Posted by Scamp
(Post 10996644)
I like the Q5, but don't you just wish you'd got the 7? Not meant to sound rude, I just think if I was buying a Porsche I'd want a 911, not a Boxster.
That being said the Q7 is about 400yds long so not the best example. What sort of money does it cost? Went for the 2.0T, it handles very well and was quicker than expected. Prices vary, paying around 3,800dh a month for 2 year lease (20,000km a year). Full insurance, servicing, parts and courtesy car if off the road. |
Re: Drive to work
Q7 has the shittest AC I've ever had to suffer.
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Re: Drive to work
Originally Posted by NorthernLad
(Post 10997419)
Drove both, the Q7 is too big for what we want (it's deceptive).
Went for the 2.0T, it handles very well and was quicker than expected. Prices vary, paying around 3,800dh a month for 2 year lease (20,000km a year). Full insurance, servicing, parts and courtesy car if off the road. I pay: 1500 loan repayment monthly = 18,000 annually + 3,600ish in services, call it 4,000 + Just got a bill for 5,000 for AC and oil leak issues, but only getting a bit done now but use the whole amount for sake of this + 4000ish in insurance I think + Registration...500?? = 31,500 = 2,625 per month. That's quite a lot of cash for an Exploder...but I suppose the plus side is owning it, it's probably got about 5,000 of equity in it at the moment so I need to start overpaying to clear the loan. |
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