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

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Suzi Quatro American-British rock musician
A mink coat in 1975 (it was the done thing then). It cost me £5,500.
Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 19 November 2016 source ↗
My short film, Scrubber, in 2011. At that time in my life it seemed easier to pay for it myself than to apply for funds.
Recorded The Q&A, The Guardian, 21 September 2024 source ↗
Alison Steadman British actress
I once bought the most expensive moisturiser in the shop and it brought me out in spots. Lesson learned.
Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 17 January 2009 source ↗

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