I want my own car!

[Sweet16]

I know I don't (quite) have my license yet, but I don't want to have to wait around for my parents to let me use a car, so I want my own car. I really want a Jeep Wrangler, but I don't think I will be able to get that much money.

 

[AWOL]

The nice thing about Jeep Wrangler's is that you can get an older Wrangler that still looks great and runs great for pretty cheap. I had a 1998 Wrangler with 68,000 miles that I sold for $2500 because it needed some body work....and even with the body work it needed, it was still a nice looking vehicle. I miss my Jeep!! The other nice thing about a Wrangler is that the parts are cheap and if you or a friend are handy, you can do a lot of your own work.

 

[UGoGirl]

You need to also remember to factor into the total cost your insurance, gas and oil, and regular maintenance. You're probably way ahead using your parents' cars for now.

 

[Sweet16]

Oh, man. I didn't even think of all that, UGoGirl. Phooey. I need to get a job! Maybe I can talk my mom into covering those things for me. Of course, I need a job to buy a car anyway, I guess.

 

[vroombaby]

It takes time and money to get a car, no matter what age you are. Many start out with beater cars and you might get one as well but it is possible. Try to work with a local smaller dealership that is willing to have lower prices, most are reasonable.

 

[NeedNewWheels]

I know it sucks because you get stuck in a cycle. In order to get a car, you need a job. In order to get to a job, you need a car. It's always nice if a parent can afford a car for their kids but of course, not everybody is in that position.

 

[Ares]

It reminds me of an episode of Fear Factor (aired a few years ago). A contestant (or a couple?) got a Jeep Wrangler after winning a round in the episode. I think it is the fastest way of getting a Wrangler.

 

[FenderBender]

I would say unless your parents are going to help with the extras it is probably best to wait until you can afford it. I don't know if you have a part time job yet but it would be easier to pay those things if you do.

 

[Sweet16]

No, I haven't been able to get a job yet because I'm in school and my mom said I have to wait until the summer. She did say she will take me or let me use her car if she doesn't need it, once I have a job and a license.

 

[RacecaR]

Jeeps are nice. I'm fairly fond of them myself. I'm not so much interested in a Wrangler as a bigger one. Maybe a Laredo. Need cargo space, you know.

 

[AWOL]

Don't be in such a hurry to get a job and owe money to people! Concentrate on your school work and drive your parent's cars until you absolutely have to get your own car. There will come a day, soon enough, when you will be responsible for paying a whole bunch of bills on your own...don't hurry it along!

 

[MaximumSpeed]

I'm with AWOL. Don't be in such a hurry to "grow up" - enjoy being a kid while you can. Adult responsibilities (and bills) will last the rest of your life! Don't wish your life away.

 

[Alexus]

That is a nice, fun vehicle for a young person. Just be careful, and don't get too crazy with it. Your parents are going to have to have a lot of insurance on you already, when you start to drive.