Car Quote by Mary Quant
“I remember one day, when things were going frightfully well, I went to buy myself a really smashing car. I asked them to show me a Porsche with an automatic gearbox, and the salesman called over all the other salesmen, and they stood around absolutely roaring with laughter.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Fashion Magazine, London, 1965
Even when success seems certain, humor can reveal underlying absurdities.
In simple terms: Success can be funny.
Key Takeaway
Stay humble and laugh at yourself.
Themes
humor
success
humility
Mood
lighthearted
reflective
Type
personal
anecdotal
When to use this quote
- business negotiations
- personal achievement
- celebrations
- marketing pitches
Key Concepts
social dynamics
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you laugh at your own successes?
- How does humor affect confidence?
A Different Perspective
Humor may mask deeper insecurities.
