Let's see, about me - I'm an educated (but lowly-degreed) 20-something woman living in South Florida. I am highly familiar with music, youth subcultures, and women's issues. I'm slightly familiar with American history, Electronics, Judaism, and India. I'm vaguely familar with...well...everything else. I love good food and drink, but indulge in it infrequently. Oh, and I'm Black (partial Jamaican heritage) for what it's worth. But most importantly, I'm pretty open-minded...so ask away!
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I'm 16/f, I'll be getting my license in 3 months, I really need my own car, I have 1500 dollars saved in the bank from me working my butt off for a year. I work at coldstone creamery making 6bucks/hour, my parents won't help me buy a car because of their financial problems. My dad said theres no way in hell I can get a reliable, safe, dependable car for 1500, he said I need at least like, 4500, and im like, really discouraged. I just want to know from anyone who was in my situation, how much money should I save up to get a decent car, cause my dad wont let me get a crappy one. Or can I get a nice one for the amount I have? hmm... (link)
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I thoroughly disagree with your father. My car cost me $2500 and I've had it for 4 years, drove it from Florida to Pennsylvania 3 times (round trip) and it runs like a charm. What I will tell you is that you MUST do your research and not be hasty. It took about 6 months for me to find my car (which is a 1994 Ford Probe by the way). However some general rules are:
1) Try cars that are Japanese or have Japanese engines/drivetrains. Especially if the car is from the 90s. Newer cars, doesn't matter so much foreign and domestic are made pretty well. But the Japanese engines tend to run better with higher mileage on them.
2) Test drive with a mechanic or someone knowledgable about cars. Don't go by looks! The most unreliable cars can be made to look good with some Turtle Wax, Armor-All and air freshner. While test driving turn the radio off and listen to what's going on. Also be on the lookout for funny smells and rust/corrosion on anything under the hood.
3) Negotiate the price. It is possible to talk a $3500 car down to $2500; I've seen it done before.
4) Get AAA. (If you get the car)
5) Tag along on your parents insurance. It will save you a ton!
Good luck!
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what a GREAT help you were. I express many thanks :)
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