What is the best way for me to buy a car (I can only put down 1K-1.5K). I would like to keep my payments as low as possible and I don't need anything too nice. I know how stupid this question is but I just don't understand how everybody can afford $250 + insurance +gas + etc.
2006-12-19 05:00:42 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cars & Transportation ➔ Buying & Selling
Checkout Carmax.com They have many cars for $4-7K
2006-12-19 05:06:11 · answer #1 · answered by ratdog 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well, if you had a job that pays about 25-30K annually, no kids, and your rent was reasonable, I'm sure you'd be able to afford a decent car as well. Answer: get a better paying job.
Of course, you CAN afford a car. It just won't be as nice as the ones that cost $250 monthly. Instead of just putting down the 1K, if you are mechanically inclined, you can Buy a car for double that price.
2006-12-19 05:05:20 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
I have a 2003 Grand Caravan & pay 364.91 a month. I am not in debt up to my eyeballs like one of your answers implied. We budget and understand that this vehicle is going to last us for at least 10 years. We have 3 kids and are a 1 income family. My husband is in the military so our 1 income is not huge. You have to honestly evalute your situation and look at where you want to go. Having a 2-5 year plan for your life can help. Good luck.
2006-12-19 05:10:58 · answer #3 · answered by KahneDame 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First decide what car you want (sedan or truck)
Then go to Carmax.com and check out deals near you.
I highly suggest you go for a used car which is yet reliable. I suggest EARLY models of Toyota Camry, Honda Accord, etc. Yes, they are old but VERY reliable.
2006-12-19 05:11:38 · answer #4 · answered by ? 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well the car I have I stole from someone, when I hit someone I drive away and I syphone gas from my neighbor.
I do this because I work at burger king lol hahahhahaha.
Just kidding owning a car adds up to alot of money.
2006-12-19 05:09:37 · answer #5 · answered by Anthony 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
OMG, i can't imagine a 250 per month payment. What could you get, a kia? To get anything decent, you'll have to double that.
2006-12-19 06:57:42 · answer #6 · answered by jay 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Stay within your budget and go for a gently used car and stay away from suv's or anything that would use too much gas
2006-12-19 05:03:44 · answer #7 · answered by sarabmw 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i have a 97 subaru impreza outback sport that is blue booked at 8 grand still.......and im selling it for 3500. just had its 100k full service and the odometer is at 80k, auto, in dash dvd player.....no dents no rust its a clean clean car.......just have too many cars i have to get rid of some of them
2006-12-19 12:08:45 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
All of those people are in debt up to their eyeballs. Go for a used car but be sure it isn't a lemon.
2006-12-19 05:05:16 · answer #9 · answered by Mooney 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋