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

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A tractor, 12 years ago. Bright yellow and still brilliant.

The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 5 May 2018 source ↗

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Shane MacGowan Irish singer-songwriter
I had this idiotic manager for a while who got me an Armani suit and then got the money off me.
Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 18 December 2021 source ↗
Steph McGovern Broadcaster
A poster for The Godfather, my favourite film, signed by Marlon Brando, Al Pacino and everyone. I got drunk at a children’s charity auction and started buying everything!
Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 28 November 2020 source ↗
Daniel Mays British actor
A designer green jacket from Selfridges I bought in my 20s for £700, a ridiculous amount of money. My family and friends said I looked like a peace activist and I never wore it again.
Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 11 April 2020 source ↗

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