IELTS Cue Card Sample Question – Describe a Vehicle that You Want to Buy

Sample Response 1: 

“A Porsche 911 (nine-eleven) is one automobile I’d want to purchase. It’s one of the most famous automobiles, in my opinion, because it’s a modern classic with a lot of history. It is a two-door sports coupe developed by Porsche AG in Stuttgart, Germany. It has a very distinctive style that hasn’t changed much since it was initially released in 1963.

I appreciate this automobile because of its classic style. It looks as a car should look, and of course, its performance. It’s really fast. It’s not practical if you have a family or anything, but it’s a lot of fun to drive, a truly thrilling experience. I tried one three years ago at a promotional racing event, and it was an absolutely incredible experience that I’ll never forget.

If all goes well, I might treat myself and get one in silver in the future. It’s a nice color for a Porsche, kind of classy and sophisticated without being arrogant. It’s something I’d like to do in the next 5 years or so, and then tour it in France or Italy. I enjoy driving and vehicles have always been a hobby of mine, so it would be the ideal way to spend a couple of weeks – traveling around, visiting some great sites, and enjoying the car as well.

As I previously stated, it may not be the cheapest or most practical automobile for everyday use, but I’m sure I’d use it whenever it was handy. It’s too much pleasure to keep it in the garage all the time. It’s like delicious food. It has to be used to be appreciated and enjoyed.”

Follow-up Question 1: 

Which do you prefer, commuting or driving to work? 

Response:

“It actually depends. There are days when commuting is better. Taking the subway for instance is preferable on days that you think traffic might be heavy. On the other hand, there are days when it is more convenient to drive, especially when I need to do an errand or need to buy something along the way.” 

Follow-up Question 2: 

What do you think is the difference between vehicles today and in the past?

Response: 

“I can say that the most noticeable difference in recent years is the inclusion of all necessary safety measures like ABS, airbags, crumple zones, and so on. And then there’s the degree of technology that is now deemed commonplace. Also, the modern car is also far more expensive than previous models, and we also use cars for more leisure activities than just commuting.”

Sample Response 2: 

“This is actually a very timely topic because currently, I do not possess a car and have been planning to get one for the past year. As an alternative to public transportation, I intend to purchase an automobile that will allow me and my family members to travel to various locations. I have a lot of brands in mind but I am leaning towards the Suzuki brand, it’s a Japanese brand. 

We now use public transit, and as a result, we are unable to manage our schedule in a flexible manner. We must rely significantly on public transportation timetables, which wastes a lot of time. Waiting in a long line for a bus is quite irritating, and we frequently feel the need for a personal car. I suppose having a personal automobile would give us a lot of flexibility and allow us to go out together more frequently in our spare time. Because of the excessive traffic on the route, we frequently cancel attending programs organized by relatives and friends. We would be able to avoid congested roads and attend more social programs if we had our own car.

Because of my reliance on public transportation, I am frequently late for essential meetings and appointments. Furthermore, in a personal automobile, I would be able to spend my time as I see fit, which would be soothing since being in a public car can be exhausting at times. Sometimes the shopping I do becomes too difficult to carry on public transportation, and having a car would allow me to conveniently take them home. We have 2-3 children at home, and we are concerned about taking them on public transportation. A personal car would assure the protection of the children on the street as well.”

Follow-up Question 1:

When did you learn how to drive? Who taught you?

Response: 

“As a matter of fact, yes, I do. My older brother was the one who taught me how to drive. I was fifteen then. It took me a month before I could finally learn how to drive without his assistance and I am extremely grateful to my brother for being so patient in teaching me. I remember I was about to give up because I was so scared I might hit something or someone. I’m glad I didn’t.”

Follow-up Question 2: 

Is traffic an issue in your city?

Response:

“Unfortunately, it is. My city has a vast population. Because of the city’s large population and the rising number of public and private cars, traffic congestion is common. The number of people, the number of cars they own, and the amount of public transportation they require exceeds the number of roads. As a result, traffic jams are common, and citizens suffer as a result. Unauthorized parking of cars on the street is another cause of the traffic delay. People do not always obey the exact traffic laws, and as a result of their earnestness, we frequently confront terrible traffic jams on the street.”