A NEW CAR

I bought a car today. It's not new, in fact it's quite old, from 1998. But it was cheap, has just passed its MOT, and has a 6-month guarantee from the garage. Besides, Toyotas have a reputation for lasting a long time, so I am optimistic.

A modest increase to consumption in the Danish economy. However, the most striking aspect of the transaction is that it is the first time I have ever owned a car. I have had a company one, have owned them jointly with my wife (when we were in Africa), have used hers (when I have lived in Denmark), but never had one all to myself.

Until now.

Walter Blotscher