Which would you choose, buying a car or a bicycle?

If I was within walking distance of a job I would simply walk until I built up enough spare cash to afford the given car & then purchase one as paying for a car without any spare cash would be kind of pointless being that you would rarely get to go out and enjoy yourself and hang out with your friends n' whatnot. I would not ride a bicycle much of anywhere, really. It's just not safe on any kind of road.

In our society today, a car has become a necessity and an important tool in our living. Unless, public transportation and infra-structure are well planned and efficient as in some countries, most can't live without a car. In fact, it is common now that most families have more than one if not two cars. However, to safe guard the environment and to remain `green', I am definitely going for the bicycle for short trips around the block, the the convenience stall or the the groceries shop. In fact, I am shopping for one right now.

I would definitely buy the car onstead of a bicycle. I do not like to ride a bike anymore. I would rather have the comfort of a car so I could go to alot of places quicker also.

I would choose to a bicycle over a car any day. First, I dont know how to drive yet. Second, Id get the much needed exercise that I could have in a bicycle. Third, I wouldnt have to worry about parking space. Seriously though, I still want to have a bike. Ive always wanted one and I have already outgrew the age of having a bike but I still want to have one. Parents would refuse and offer me a car instead. Im not sure if they're bluffing but they better watch out if I learn to drive and call their bluff.LOL I agree with you that if I have to travel long distances then Id of course opt for the car but if the distance is manageable then Id rather have the bike. I guess it would depend on the purpose in buying those transport vehicles. Best thing to do about it is to have both!

I agree that bicycle can protect our environment but considering my current situation, I don't intend to cycle to work with the distance is around 16 km and the weather is scorching. We have bus but it may come or it may not. I need a car. We don't have a choice of buying green vehicle here so I have to settle with a normal one.

hi friend, neither car nor bicycle. i always prefer my bike. short distance or long i always ride bike. lol.

I would buy a motorcycle if I could. They are easy on gas and they are not hard to take care of. I like to ride them, but you have to be careful of the people around you. They some times do not see you, and that can cause you to have a accident. Have a blessed day.

Of course I would go for a car because I usually travel longer distances and it cannot be done in a bicycle. And the roads in our country are not go good to support bicycle ride for everyone. Only the ones who cannot afford due to their low financial position, go for bicycle.

It depend in your lifestyle as what you have stated and consider your budget too.I had my car for long or short travel,it is more conevient with lesser time,you know how long it is to take us when we travel with passenger jeep.And when travelling long distance,more convenient and less expenses. Like when my kids and i used to ride bus going to Baguio,it takes 1,600 for a bus fare for 4 persons 400 pesos each.And it is just a one way fare.Hence if we travel with our car we only consumes 800 pesos for gasoline,means,1,600 for a one way bus fare,we can use it for our gasoline for a back and forth expenses already. And i also us it for kids school service,which is again lesser in budget if i will hire a school bus for them. Hope this can help u ddecide which to buy my friend,i only suggest you buy a new car instead of a second hand.Have a good day

i will choose these vehicles depending on my need if i have my company nearby or my work area is near to my place ill prefer bike thats bicycle because its very handy,very effective in traffic jams and can excape froom anywhere if my work place is far from my home then i have to choose car as in rainy days i cannot use bike for such long distance,in car i can keep my office documents and other things comfortably not as that in bike

I would go for classic cars.i am found of classic cars and bikes.I realy like the automobile .My family bussiness is automobile bussiness.I drove all the cars including ferrari and merc.

I think I would prefer buying a bicycle than a car, with the increasing rate of fuel prices these days a bicycle is preferable for our essential commuting and is also the best way of exercise.

i think if u can spend 2 buy a car , u shud do dat... i i wud have been at ur place, i wud have bought a car..friend u can even use a car 4 short distances but u cant use a bicycle 4 long distances..

If i would have some funds, I would probably choose to buy cars instead of bicycle. Cause in cars I can put much items stuffs of baby. I would prefer to ride my precious baby in a new car rather than a bicycle.

Ok, so no booing me for this one: Neel, Honesty, I think it depends on where you live. Since I live in a small state, I could get away with purchasing a bicycle. It's cheaper and healthier than a car. And with the economy the way it is, do you think you can afford $50-60 a week on gas or more with routine maintenance? Besides, everyday living has become so much more convenient and people has been becoming so lazy relying on everyday "Pleasures" or "Luxuries". Not to mention, look how polluted our Mother Earth is getting! Ok, stop with the booing, I'm just being "weird" but "honest" :-) lol

I'd definitely choose buying a car. Bicycles are cheap when you compare it with the value of cars. So if you can buy a car, that would mean you can easily buy a bicycle. So yeah, I'd go with my first choice. However, if there's a flying bicycle, well... DUH!!!

my lifestyle requires a bicycle. i like every day do exercises, bicycle is a choice. i like ride.

i think i'll just buy a car. if i can buy a bicycle why not a buy a car instead? hihi i think a car has more advantages than a bicycle. for instance, when it rains--a car has a roof for you not to be soaked.

i would definitely go for a car if i have the money

Its a difficult choice. Most people would spring for the car... But its hard because you're investing so much money in an industry that is desparately struggling and will be required to make more efficient models in just a few years. And with money being so tight, you have to analyze all of your options. I've personally decided not to buy a vehicle. I get around by walking, biking, bus, or family. I really don't feel comfortable investing into a business that could a.) be outta business very soon or b.) come out with something WAY better in a short amount of time that makes my investment look foolish. I'm gonna stick it out and see where this economy takes on. I'm not going anywhere.