I love big cars

Barbi Jay is so much attached to his car that he only shares it with a few people. PHOTO BY ISAAC SSEJJOMBWE.

What you need to know:

Barbi Jay, aka Julius Buyinza, is an artiste, producer and businessman who operates in Makindye. He spoke to Isaac Ssejjombwe about his car.

How many cars do you have?
Just one car.

What type of car is it?
It’s a Noah, Field Tourer.

Where did you buy it?
I bought it from a car bond in Nakawa.

When do you drive it?
Since it’s the only one I have, I drive it every day.

What year was it manufactured?
It’s a 1990 model.

How much did you buy it?
I bought it at Shs17m last year.

Have you received offers from people wanting to buy it?
No, I haven’t.

If you are to sell it, how much would it go for?
Right now, I am so much attached to it that selling it would mean selling a part of me but if I am left with no choice, I would sell it at Shs17m because it’s still in perfect condition.

What do you love about this car?
It’s low maintenance, has a big sitting capacity with a maximum of 10 people and its fuel fconsumption is friendly.

What is its fuel capacity?
It’s a 2300 CC.

How often do you service this car?
That depends on the mileage but usually once or twice a month.

From where do you service it?
Mandelas garage or City Oil petrol stations.

What is the longest journey you have covered with this car?
That would be Lira.

How much does it cost you to fill the fuel tank?
Shs150,000.

Do you clean this car yourself?
Wiping, yes, and I do it every morning but washing is done at a washing bay.

Do you share it with friends or family members?
Family, especially my mother, but I hardly share it with my friends. Like I said, I am very attached to it.
Where do you get the inspiration to drive this car?
From way back, I have always loved big cars and this suits the bracket.

Is it automatic or manual?
It is automatic.
For how long did you save to buy this car?
I actually didn’t save but rather bought it after my first concert dubbed, Tombuza .2013.

What is your dream car?
A Lamborghini.