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For the most part I'm good with car and animal related questions, but I'll answer other stuff if its something I feel I know enough about. Ask me anything, and I'll give it my best shot.
Just dont ask me anything about the chances of you being pregnant.
Or if s/he likes you or not.
Or if you're fat. (I'll say yes no matter what)
advice
how much was everyones first car?
im going to be getting my liscense soon.
just curious on average how much i am looking to spend on a car?
also, any cute cars that are not wayy expensive.
im looking to get a used car, obviously.
something small, sporty.
& im 15/f
thanks :]
How much you spend on your first car depends upon a lot of factors. You could buy a beater for under a thousand, a decent used car for 3-4 thousand, or a fairly nice one for 6 thousand and up.
Some things you need to consider are:
Make-do you want an American company, Japanese, German, ect? Now I am admittedly biased towards Japanese brands (Honda, Toyota), but there are some very nice cars made by other companied. Used american brand cars (Ford, Chevy, Dodge) will be less expensive, but in my mind you get what you pay for. Junk.
A Honda or Toyota will sell for more than an american car because they hold value better, meaning that they make a better quality automobile, and thus it costs more.
I often see used 94-97 Honda Accords, Civics, and Toyota Corolla's for 3 to 4 thousand.
Style: Coupe? Sedan?
Luxuries: Do you want a sunroof? Moonroof? How about power windows, locks, etc...
And really most importantly, cost. How much money DO you have. That will be the biggest deciding factor on what you get.
That being said, there are many options of cars, styles, and price ranges, and much more that goes into the cost of a car.
I would be more than happy to go into greater detail, or to give some more advice if you would like.
P.S. my first car was free, It was a hand me down from my mom. My second car was $250 because the persons mechanic misdiagnosed it severely, leading them to think it needed extensive engine repairs, leading them to sell it really cheap. I happened to see that it only needed minor work, and was happy to buy it for such a good price, and to spend the little I had to to get it running Cherry.
(Rating: 5) thanks alot ! :]