Aside from a property, what is the most expensive thing you have bought?

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The most extravagant thing was a bottle of 1904 armagnac for $1,000. I spent $10,000 on a Martin guitar in the 90s. I also spent $100,000 on a Fairlight keyboard and I ended up giving it away. Oh well.

The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 9 September 2017 source ↗

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Ronnie Wood English rock musician
Paintings and guitars. I have Picasso prints and one Rembrandt etching.
Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 16 September 2017 source ↗
Edward Fox British actor
Probably a suit. If you buy a good suit, it lasts beyond your lifetime.
Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 15 April 2017 source ↗
Lauren Laverne English radio DJ, and television presenter
A caravan. I was brought up going on caravan holidays – but we quickly realised that a double-axle caravan was too much of a commitment and sold it.
Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 5 February 2022 source ↗
Louis Walsh Irish music manager and television personality
I have a Maserati. I love pop art and I collect Warhol, Hirst and Hockney.
Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 2 September 2017 source ↗

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