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Here's the story, I recentally got my license and now I am borrowing my dads car to get around. I've really wanted a car of my own so I can use it to drive to school and anywhere that I would need to go. They said they will get me a car earlier this summer... Now they turn around and say no Here's the reasons why: 1. I don't need it 2. I won't be able to pay 3. Buying a used car will cause problems and will cost THEIR money and time
Although they say that's the reasons why I shouldn't have a car and wait I have answers to those reasons which are: 1. I have a great opportunity from a friend that can get me a job as fast as this coming Sunday(pizza hut) and the work place is 6 miles from where I live. Also when school comes around I will be needing the car to get to and from school( which is about 3-4 miles away) And I'm gonna be joining the basket ball team this year That's 3 huge commitments which I need a piece of solid transportation to maintain and keep track of those commitments
2: I do have 2000 dollars and used cars on craigslist go for less than 1500 Insurance? I have that pending job offer for income Gas? Also I have that pending job offer... Maybe if my brother is generous he will help out with gas payments
3: buying any car would entitle you to a risk of break downs and repair, although a used car is more prone to break downs.. Still all used cars ain't really beat up and I can find a decent and clean running car.
Do you think these are good reasons to use against my parents?
Also my parents never hear me out they never just sit down and talk it out and listen to my side and what I have to say.. They say no and that's final and it's very difficult to reason and deal with them. It's just unfair. Everything they say contradicts each other Like this "you are 16 already you're getting old" Then they say " youre to young for car" I mean I don't get it am I growing up or am I still that little boy?
I know how yeah feel well my story with my parents is different but anyways, yeah they are good reason and really if your the one buying the car they can't really stop you.yes there is good used cars out there cause its not like somebody with get a car total it then sale it lol.Just tell your parents to sit down shut up and hear you out for a change as blunt as that may sound sometimes that's the only way to get their attention I'm sure your old enough to make your own decisions now so they just have to deal with it
As far as the used care argument, yes it does have some ware on it already, but if your careful you can still get a very nice vehicle for a lot less than new. Bring a mechanic friend to look at the rig with you. I do all my own auto repairs and I still bring a more mechanically inclined friend to look at any vehicle I'm interested in purchasing. They won't have the same enthusiasm you do and are less likely to look over "minor" issues. And a second set of eyes never hurts when looking for potential issues.
may I ask how is it his parents call when his the one buying the car so it will be under his name not his parents. so I don't see what the problem is, but I do agree with ur idea, just keep asking to borrow the car til they get anoyyed then they will probz let you get your own.
It's really your parents call. Probably your best angle would be to ask for the car or a ride to each and every thing you need transportation from or to. When it gets to be a lot of hassle they may be more agreeable to you getting your own wheels.
