“People Are Stressed”: Young Cop Shows Off His New Car, Gets Mixed Reviews From Mzansi

• A young police officer shared the moment he received his new Volkswagen from a dealership
• The SAPS cop could not stop smiling in the video, which received over one million views
• Some social media users were in disbelief over the policeman's purchase, while others showed him support
• Briefly News spoke with Fulufhelani Mashapha, a qualified actuarial analyst and author of Mind Your Cents, about how financial planning

A man wearing a South African Police Service (SAPS) uniform shared his latest purchase with social media users.

Themba Mnyandu, who uses the handle @thembakhayelihle on TikTok, shared a video of himself getting a new Volkswagen Polo at a dealership. The young gent was all smiles when the car salesman removed the cover to unveil the vehicle.

Watch the video below:

Briefly News spoke with Fulufhelani Mashapha, a qualified actuarial analyst and author of Mind Your Cents, about the role financial planners play in helping people prepare for major life events.

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"An essential part of financial planning, especially for individuals preparing for major life events, is conducting a needs analysis. A financial planner can help identify existing financial products and determine what they will need. This includes assessing appropriate life cover, income protection, and savings and investment strategies—all of which contribute to long-term financial security.

A needs analysis also provides an opportunity to plan for the future while balancing their current financial priorities. A financial planner can assist in creating a budget that allows them to save for a home or car deposit. "

Netizens react to SAPS officer's vehicle

Themba's viral video received over a million views from TikTok users, with many also rushing to the comment section to congratulate the man. On the other hand, some shared their disbelief as they thought a cop could not afford such a car.

@user2766114250468 congratulated Themba and advised him:

"You must learn to do your personal things in your civilian clothes."

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@cheeznator told the online community:

"Police officers are like any ordinary person. They also need to be respected. There is nothing wrong with anybody posting their success."

Fellow cop @tangotango250 shared their story:

"My first car as a constable was a 1986 Corolla. To this day, after almost 39 years in the police force, I never had the opportunity to have a car from a dealership."

@shaun_gift could not believe what they saw and laughingly wrote:

"No police officer can afford this car in South Africa."

Responding to the naysayers, @leboo.joy commented:

"People who can’t afford it in the comments are bitter. Mara, do you guys know what it takes to own a car?

@miss07_17 said to Themba:

"People are stressed about your achievement. Congratulations. The uniform and the car."

Volkswagen Polo a popular subcompact car with reputation for solid engineering

The Volkswagen Polo offers a comfortable driving experience, but this compact little engineering marvel also features some cool specs. It is produced locally, at the Kariega plant.

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According to Volkswagen SA, South Africans can pick up a Polo from R271 900 to R382 600, depending on the model and features.

In South Africa, the TSI engine is the prominent model, with specs that offer:

• 1.0 TSI engines with varying power outputs.
• The 2.0 TSI engine in the performance orientated GTI model.
• 1.6 MPI engines in the Polo Sedan models.
• Polo Hatch and Sedan options are available in South Africa. While the hatch offers a modern look, the sedan offer more boot space.

Common trim levels in South Africa include:

• Polo.
• Polo Life.
• Polo R-Line.
• Polo GTI.
• Various trim levels for the Polo Sedan.

Technology and safety

• Digital Cockpit.
• Infotainment systems with connectivity.
• Driver assistance systems (depending on the trim level).
• A good array of standard safety features.

SAPS officer joyfully celebrates friend's new vehicle

In a related article, Briefly News reported about a Mzansi cop who was captured on camera bursting with pride after seeing his long-time friend pass by in her new car.

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A TikTok video posted by Langelihle Nonjabulo shows the SAPS police officer screaming as he runs to hug and carry her with much excitement. The two friends share a priceless and warm embrace before the cop observes Langelihle's new Suzuki car.

Proofreading by Rianette Cluley, copy editor at Briefly.co.za.

Source: Briefly News