Incoming FT Analyst next year in Los Angeles. Will need a car—and I’m a huge car guy. However I definitely don’t want to be overly flashy with a new M2 or Mercedes; what cars are appropriate for junior analysts?
My favorite is the older (2018-2020) BMW 4 series—like the design much more than the 2021+ 4 series. But curious to hear others opinions
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Save as much as you can early on, get something reliable too (good mileage) or explore getting a Tesla - they're amongst the most common
I drive a lexus, nothing flamboyant but still get respect
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