I needed a quick way to get to work after I thought I couldn't go through the gap in my neighbor's fence to the office, since they closed it up. Turns out there was another gap though, so I didn't actually need to buy the bike after all (at least for commuting). Thank god I did anyway!
I have never owned a car, but will probably be getting one to move with and use as a beatah. My bike will still be #1 though.