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

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Around 1972, I bought a Rolls-Royce to treat myself after finally achieving success. The year before, I had three hits: Las Vegas, I Did What I Did for Maria and Amarillo.
Recorded The Q&A, The Guardian, 27 January 2024 source ↗
Art: a James McQueen piece that says, “It’s all shits and giggles until someone giggles and shits.” It’s in our bathroom.
Recorded The Q&A, The Guardian, 10 February 2024 source ↗

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