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Larry Johnston
Broker, Friends & Neighbors Real Estate and Elkhart County Subdivisions, LLC - Elkhart, IN
Broker,Friends & Neighbors Real Estate, Elkhart,IN

Sometimes a Luxury Car can give the wrong message to the Buyer or Seller. They think you are rich, make too much money, can take a cut in commission, etc.

I drive a 2008 Chev HHR, 1/2-panel

Nov 18, 2015 10:45 AM
Rainmaker
1,374,373
Joyce Marsh
Joyce Marsh Real Estate LLC - Daytona Beach, FL
Joyce Marsh Homes

I don't think it really matters if it is a luxury car, as long as it is kept really clean and in good condition. I think that is really important. 

Nov 18, 2015 02:45 AM
Rainmaker
921,504
Annette Lawrence , Palm Harbor, FL 727-420-4041
ReMax Realtec Group - Palm Harbor, FL
Making FLORIDA Real Estate EZ

When the car you drive is more expensive than the house you are trying to sell, that should be a clue.

Nov 18, 2015 02:05 AM
Rainmaker
2,443,250
Evelyn Johnston
Friends & Neighbors Real Estate - Elkhart, IN
The People You Know, Like and Trust!

I think it is only important to the real estate agent driving the car.  I drive a 2009 Chevy HHR and it is cute as a button!

Nov 18, 2015 10:59 AM
Rainer
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Evelyn M Epperson
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Johns Creek, GA
A Tradition Of [Excellence, Trust & Service]

I drive a 12 year old toyota sequoia.  I did not buy a sequoia for my cliens.  I purchase it to pull a horse trailer.

Nov 18, 2015 06:10 AM
Rainmaker
1,513,143
Raymond E. Camp
Ontario, NY

As I need a truck for other uses that is what I drive.

As it is me they will be talking to and not a vehicle it is more important I look the part.

Nov 18, 2015 04:02 AM
Rainmaker
979,496
Troy Erickson AZ Realtor (602) 295-6807
HomeSmart - Chandler, AZ
Your Chandler, Ahwatukee, and East Valley Realtor

Richard - I think it depends on the market you are trying to capture, and the image you want to portray.

There is no need for a luxury car in my area, and I will either drive a Chevy Silverado Truck, or a Honda Accord.

Nov 18, 2015 02:21 PM
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Tammy Lankford,
Lane Realty Eatonton, GA Lake Sinclair, Milledgeville, 706-485-9668 - Eatonton, GA
Broker GA Lake Sinclair/Eatonton/Milledgeville

I drive a Toyota Highlander.  And I think driving a reliable car is what counts.

Nov 18, 2015 01:26 PM
Rainmaker
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Debbie Reynolds, C21 Platinum Properties
Platinum Properties- (931)771-9070 - Clarksville, TN
The Dedicated Clarksville TN Realtor-(931)320-6730

It is not important in my market. I would say have something comfortable, reliable and clean. I drive a MAzda CX-9 that is going on 10 years old. Every time a clients sees or rides in it they think it is new. I have taken really good care of it.

Nov 18, 2015 09:34 AM
Rainmaker
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Candice A. Donofrio
Next Wave RE Investments LLC Bullhead City AZ Commercial RE Broker - Fort Mohave, AZ
928-201-4BHC (4242) call/text

We are the land of trucks and I love my Ford Explorer SportTrac. We have encountered consumers who have expressed concern over agents with too-pricey cars. As said already . . . clean and comfy and it's all good.

Nov 18, 2015 09:33 AM
Rainmaker
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Debbie Laity
Cedaredge Land Company - Cedaredge, CO
Your Real Estate Resource for Delta County, CO

My answer would be...it depends on your market. In my area a car with four wheel or all wheel drive is a must. I love my Subaru Forester. 

Nov 18, 2015 06:59 AM
Rainmaker
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William Feela
WHISPERING PINES REALTY - North Branch, MN
Realtor, Whispering Pines Realty 651-674-5999 No.

Not important to me, I ddrive a 2007 Caravan...clean and neat

Nov 18, 2015 05:44 AM
Rainmaker
1,731,203
Rob Thomas
Prestige Homes of The Tri Cities, Inc. CALL....423-341-6954 - Bristol, TN
Bristol TN-VA & Tri Cities Agent, ABR, GRI, e-Pro

Not important at all ....I drive a 2012 Honda Accord and keep it nice and clean ...I see those that drive Mercedes and they do very little in Real Estate!

Nov 18, 2015 05:16 AM
Rainmaker
443,220
Cindy Davis
SD Home Source Realty - San Diego, CA

I drive a late model honda accord and I do make sure it's clean for my clients. There are times I am acutely aware that's not a luxury car (when the buyer drives a high end car)...but it represents who I am...presentable, and offering good value!

Nov 18, 2015 03:23 AM
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Bob Crane
Woodland Management Service / Woodland Real Estate, KW Diversified - Stevens Point, WI
Forestland Experts! 715-204-9671

Unfortunately many people to judge you by what you drive
I don't care though I like my Toyota Sienna

Nov 18, 2015 03:03 AM
Rainmaker
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Gabe Sanders
Real Estate of Florida specializing in Martin County Residential Homes, Condos and Land Sales - Stuart, FL
Stuart Florida Real Estate

I drive a Camry Hybrid.  Obviously not a luxury car, but I do get a loot of positive comments about it.

Nov 18, 2015 02:30 AM
Rainmaker
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Captain Wayne - Rowlett Real Estate School
Rowlett Real Estate School - Panama City, FL
Rowlett Real Estate School / Owner and Instructor

I drive a Prius.

Nov 18, 2015 02:17 AM
Rainmaker
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David Shamansky
US Mortgages - David Shamansky - Highlands Ranch, CO
Creative, Aggressive & 560 FICO - OK, Colorado Mtg

I have a lot of cars but for the purpose of being a Realtor as long as its clean and dependable I dont know if the "status" piece really matters in this day and age

Nov 18, 2015 02:11 AM
Rainmaker
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Praful Thakkar
LAER Realty Partners - Andover, MA
Andover, MA: Andover Luxury Homes For Sale

Richard L. McKinney P.A. It depends on what market you are working in.

There is an unwritten rule which says, you should be 1-up if not equal. That is, if the clients have Camry, you better have similar or slightly better car - not Hummer for sure.

Now if they have very high end car, it's okay to go there in reasonably high-end car - if  you can't match!

Nov 19, 2015 08:49 AM
Rainmaker
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Ryan Huggins - Thousand Oaks, CA
https://HugginsHomes.com - Thousand Oaks, CA
Residential Real Estate and Investment Properties

I don't think it is very important.  These days you can get a BMW for $300/mo or less.  Same for Mercedes and Lexus.  Luxury is much more affordable now.  For me, it is more about the vehicle being reliable and doing what I need it to do.

 

Right now I drive a 2002 BMW 3 series convertible.  I've had it since 2004 and my IT days when the only thing that mattered was dropping the top and going fast.  Now, I'm looking at a Ford Edge SUV for hauling tables places, doing light off roading and Search and Rescue work.  Plus, it is nice enough to take clients in if needed.  Use cases drive the vehicle.

Nov 19, 2015 07:51 AM
Rainmaker
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Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

A luxury car is not necessary in our market. 

I would rather use our Honda than our Mercedes for business.

Nov 18, 2015 11:51 PM
Rainmaker
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Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Chicago, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

Once upon a time thought it very important. Now, not so much!

Nov 18, 2015 08:18 PM
Rainmaker
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Realtor

I could care less about cars.... to me they are a set of wheels. So I just want safe and I want comfortable for my clients. Beyond that, I don't care and won't pay more for a luxury brand name. Honda does it for me.

Nov 18, 2015 08:09 PM
Rainmaker
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TeamCHI - Complete Home Inspections, Inc.
Complete Home Inspections, Inc. - Brentwood, TN
Home Inspectons - Nashville, TN area - 615.661.029

 Good Thursday morning Richard. I know that there's a lot to be said about driving clients around the style. It depends upon whether you're working with upper end clients are not.

Nov 18, 2015 06:05 PM
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Melissa Jackson REALTOR
Trinity Premier Properties - Azle, TX
Helping You Make The Right Move

I drive a SUV, it's clean and runs.  Did I mention it's paid off?  Next year I plan to lease or purchase a new vehicle.  

Nov 18, 2015 12:39 PM
Rainmaker
900,128
Olga Simoncelli
Veritas Prime, LLC dba Veritas Prime Real Estate - New Fairfield, CT
CONSULTANT, Real Estate Services & Risk Management

I drive a car that is safe, reliable and fun: "the ultimate driving machine", BMW!

Nov 18, 2015 12:10 PM
Rainmaker
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Joe Pryor
The Virtual Real Estate Team - Oklahoma City, OK
REALTOR® - Oklahoma Investment Properties

180,000 miles on my 2007 Lexus RX-350 and paid for for many years. My money goes tor ental property and I don't need a luxury car to make me feel valid.

Nov 18, 2015 11:25 AM
Rainmaker
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Richie Alan Naggar
people first...then business Ran Right Realty - Riverside, CA
agent & author

If I was doing high end, very important. Other than that, cleanliness works

Nov 18, 2015 06:59 AM
Rainmaker
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Michael Setunsky
Woodbridge, VA
Your Commercial Real Estate Link to Northern VA

Richard L. McKinney P.A. I believe in dressing for success. I drive a Caddilac.

Nov 18, 2015 06:22 AM
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Carol Williams
Although I'm retired, I love sharing my knowledge and learning from other real estate industry professionals. - Wenatchee, WA
Retired Agent / Broker / Prop. Mgr, Wenatchee, WA

It might matter in the high end luxury market but, for the most part, as others have said it needs to look nice and be clean.  When I was an active agent, I kept my cars about 10 years but they always looked new and were clean.   I currently have an 8 year old car and a 41 year old car.  They both look fabulous and run great.    

Nov 18, 2015 04:51 AM
Rainer
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Richard L. McKinney P.A.
Atlantic Shores Realty Expertise - Port St Lucie, FL
For Results that MOVE you on the Treasure Coast!

Great opinions here. I don't think that a luxury car very important but I do believe that whatever you drive be clean, well kept and a newer model. 

Nov 18, 2015 04:01 AM
Rainmaker
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David Gibson CNE, 719-304-4684 ~ Colorado Springs Relocation
Colorado Real Estate Advisers LLC - Colorado Springs, CO
Relocation, Luxury & Lifestyle residential

Richard,
I have 3 cars and tend to drive the one that matches the buyer.

Nov 18, 2015 03:47 AM
Rainer
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Val Evans
Scottsdale, AZ

I think it all depends on your clientele. Seems many of my friends either drive Escalades, Range Rovers, Mercedes, or BMW. That's what they're clients drive, so they drive the same.

Nov 18, 2015 02:45 AM