What is the effect on your social life of owning an Ariel Atom?

But it has without a doubt affected my dating life. Others find the impracticality of such a car exciting, while some are put off by it.

In fact, owning an Atom has actually brought me closer to my partner. And my partner and I always love to go on weekend drives.

The novelty wears off and it’s fun at first. At some point, you simply want to go somewhere without being all the spotlight.

I attended more track days and car meets which improved my social life. You also meet like minded people.

Definitely a conversation starter, but more often than not a bad one. Some people think you’re going to show off or you’re irresponsible.

I have made some great friends through owning an Atom. The community of owners is strong and there is a lot of love for meeting up and sharing experiences.

A little bit of isolation. You’re not really able to comfortably take friends out to dinner or go on road trips.

There is a certain exclusivity involved with owning an Atom. You start immediately connecting with other like minded people, and get invited cool events.

It's a total chick magnet. It is what everyone wants to know and get a ride on.