I think Purdie pretty well summed it up. For $2,000 you could buy something pretty nice and desirable. "Trash" might have been a bit harsh but the point was made.
Point taken, squint. It was a bit harsh. Just writing my thoughts 'stream of consciousness' and after a reread, I agree, it is a bit of a 'harsh' way to put it.
But as you said it served a purpose... the point was made!
John