We had heaps until my husband died, more or less. as he could keep them running. When we bought a Volvo from my parents, our accountant said "A Volvo? A real one?"
(we had a company, therefore needed an accountant. He didn't like our "heaps" as company cars).
A brand new Mini must have been a real thrill. They are made near here. It's quite exciting watching the process; the first part is all done by robots!