We know there’s one thing idols love the most after their fans, their cars!
Of G-Dragonis Lamborghini for jeon somiMercedes G-Wagon, K-Pop idols love their cars and aren’t afraid to show them off.
And now, after ten years of waiting, WINNER member Kang Seung Yoon (aka Kang Seungyoon) just bought his first car with cash! Let’s find out what drives the idol.
On the July 29 episode of UKit is I live aloneKang Seung Yoon and another member of WINNER my song visited a used car dealership because Kang Seung Yoon was looking to buy a car.
I finally bought my first car after working so hard.
—Kang Seung Youn
Song Mino accompanied his member, not for moral support, but to make sure Kang Seung Yoon, who is likely to be persuaded, would not end up in a bad deal. Aston-Martin owner Song Mino knows a lot about buying a vehicle.
There aren’t many industries in Korea that have a worse reputation than a used car dealership. Every year there are numerous reports of victims of scams by used car dealerships.
Song Mino said in the episode that he was happy for Kang Seung Yoon because it would be the first car he bought for himself. It was later revealed that Kang Seung Yoon bought a car for his mother and has been driving since his 1999 model car.
Since this was the first car he would buy for himself, Kang Seung Yoon said he was looking for a newer model vehicle that was larger than a mid-size sedan for his pets, and it looked fun to drive.
I am very proud of you, you have worked so hard for these 10 years.
— Mino’s Song
After reviewing various vehicles, the idol decided to purchase a Genesis GV80 SUV. The idol then showed off her class by transferring the car’s purchase price of ₩69.8 million KRW (about $53,600) on the spot.
The Genesis GV80 is a gorgeous SUV and has become very popular with Koreans since the car debuted. The car features an impressive grille and an aggressive silhouette that contrasts with its elegant interior.
Netizens who watched the episode praised the idol in the comment sections.
- “Kang Seung Yoon seems like a very decent person.
- “No matter what these guys do, they’re still so adorable. The fact that he cares about his pet is very touching.
- “Kang Seung Yoon is the real deal.”
- “With what he earns he really could have bought a new car, but the fact that he bought a used car shows that he has his priorities. Watching WINNER is so healing. They should make him a series regular.
- “I heard that Seung Yoon doesn’t even use credit cards. Not only is he great at what he does, but he’s a great person and a great friend. I hope their chemistry will continue for a long time.
- “Congratulations Kang Seung Yoon on your first car
Regardless of what Kang Seung Yoon chooses to direct, WINNER fans are happy for the idol and its members who recently released the album. To party and his bop of a single, “I Love U”.
Don’t worry if you haven’t heard the song yet, we have it at the link below!