Yes very droll. As you point out some assets outpace inflation and are therefore investments. I agree that instruments are unlikely to make returns anywhere near early Fenders but there is a big difference between an investment and a get rich quick scheme. If you had 2 grand spare you could put it in the bank, get 0.6% or so return on it when real inflation is running at 3/4% and lose £40 to £60 a year or so or buy that secondhand Ricky or whatever you have always wanted enjoy it for several years and most likely make a modest return on it when it sells. There are better investments as you say but most of us can afford one house if we are lucky and fine art, classic cars and old wines are not possible let alone gambling on crypto currency’s.