Cars: a quick tutorial.

You bike everywhere you possibly can. But sometimes you have to drive, like when you need to make a run to the home brewery store for more hops.

You have some choices. Generally, steer clear of new cars. Any car that gets incredible mileage is fair game, as long as it's not considered a luxury car. 

Small Asian cars can be good, but be careful with pimping them. Unless you're wealthy and buying an inexpensive Asian car is a statement enough for you (and you know who you are, friends), decking your car out with too much stuff can be a problem. 

Your best bet is a really old Land Cruiser or similar utility vehicle. Keep everything original. Rust is like a battle wound. Cracks in the leather seats make it look vintage. If you own one you appear outdoorsy, stylish and so sustainable it's not even funny. This is the ultimate Reverse Snob car. It's not cheap on gas, but you barely ever drive anyway. There was a time that finding a diesel utility vehicle was the way to go, but diesel prices have skyrocketed. Keep that in mind for when they go back down.  

Other tips for the perfect Reverse Snob:

• It is essential that you name your beater something that makes a statement. Spanish names like Pepe and Jose are always funny. Or try names of supporting characters from movies like Uncle Rico or Michael Bolton. 

• If you decide to add a bumper sticker, please stick to one. And remember, this sticker is the essence of you, so choose wisely.                                                                               
• The Prius is not for you.

This post is clearly just touching on a few points of a very complicated subject. Stay tuned for more information on cars for the Reverse Snob.