Always Quote by Luca Cordero di Montezemolo
“I always say to my people, 'If you don't sell a Ferrari to a football player, you make a big present to me.' Really. Because they buy to just show off. I don't like.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Ferrari Annual Meeting, 2015
Selling luxury items to athletes is a status display, not genuine appreciation.
In simple terms: Luxury sales often chase prestige.
Focus on authentic brand value.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- product development
- advertising
- customer relations
- event planning
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does status drive purchasing?
- What builds genuine brand loyalty?
Some buyers seek quality over status.