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Excluding property, what is the most expensive thing you have ever bought?

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The Guardian, to a different person each week, The Q&A

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Beverley Knight Singer and stage actor
I am a shoe and bag freak. I shelled out for a Chanel handbag on eBay and it was still four figures!
Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 9 July 2022 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 ↗
Robert Peston British journalist
A Savile Row suit. Never again. Although I love it, I still feel guilty about what it cost.
Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 23 June 2018 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 ↗

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