Buying (Well, lease into buy) my first car

[MOFLSTOMP 899]

So, I'm currently looking at a 2014 Nissan Versa Note SV edition, fully loaded. Between MPG, storage for my mountain bike and/or PC depending on the day, and the overall feel of the car, I want it, but I also haven't checked other options yet. Not looking for crazy horsepower (yet), so try to keep things reasonable.

[Dyscivist 5686]

Why are you buying a brand new car for your first car? Are your parents loaded or something?

[kevinbotz 143]

For a subcompact, I'd recommend either the Honda Fit or the Ford Fiesta.

 

The Fiesta is a very good car. Handles extremely well, very economical, spacious, and the interior fit and finish isn't bad for its class either. Haven't driven the Fit, but I've heard many good things about it. I'm not familiar enough with the Versa to make an adequate assessment, although I do know that the Versa is the cheapest offering in that market segment.

[Matty 889]

My first vehicle was brand new

[Dojima 7619]

My first vehicle was brand new

[Skotti 2105]

Ya'll some rich motherfuckers

 

my first car was a 1993 ford taurus.

[water.exe 725]

My first vehicle was a 96 Chevy s10 =|

[Lvl. 100 Latias 711]

My first car is a Saab 93 convertible 

[MOFLSTOMP 899]

Why are you buying a brand new car for your first car? Are your parents loaded or something?

No, I just know how to budget money correctly and I have the income to handle buying a new car

[Illogical 1126]

Buy a Ferrari.  

[Dyscivist 5686]

No, I just know how to budget money correctly and I have the income to handle buying a new car

 

Probably not if you think buying a new car is a good idea.

[MOFLSTOMP 899]

Probably not if you think buying a new car is a good idea.

So says the 19-year-old...

 

 

For a subcompact, I'd recommend either the Honda Fit or the Ford Fiesta.

 

The Fiesta is a very good car. Handles extremely well, very economical, spacious, and the interior fit and finish isn't bad for its class either. Haven't driven the Fit, but I've heard many good things about it. I'm not familiar enough with the Versa to make an adequate assessment, although I do know that the Versa is the cheapest offering in that market segment.

I've done price and fuel economy comparisons. With everything I'd be putting in each car, my lease payments would only be ~$158/mo with the Versa.

Edited September 10, 2013 by Moflstomp.mp3

[blob 1985]

So says the 19-year-old...

 

 

I've done price and fuel economy comparisons. With everything I'd be putting in each car, my lease payments would only be ~$158/mo with the Versa.

 

I regret every day the car I purchased on a loan. To have a lease would be asinine really, you're putting in probably around 5-6k over the course of the lease and have absolutely nothing to show for it.

 

5-6k can get you a very reliable car with no burden of a loan or a lease.

 

I get by on my $300 honda civic now.

[MOFLSTOMP 899]

I regret every day the car I purchased on a loan. To have a lease would be asinine really, you're putting in probably around 5-6k over the course of the lease and have absolutely nothing to show for it.

 

5-6k can get you a very reliable car with no burden of a loan or a lease.

 

I get by on my $300 honda civic now.

Well, I'm leasing and then financing it afterwards, so even with the money spent, I'm putting wear and miles on it and likely driving the price down by more than the lease cost in the process

[DarkPredator 1193]

As soon as you drive that new car off the lot, it's lost value.

If you're buying a new car you better be running it into the ground yourself. Resale on cars is always a loss. Selling cars is for the rich who want something new and the so poor that they have to sell to get quick cash to pay off something else

And why are you leasing, then financing... sounds like you don't have enough to be purchasing yet? Just conjecture but maybe more of a down payment would be a good choice if you can wait.

Like everyone else said, buy used

[BeauutifulChaos 902]

Dude, why a 2014?

 

It would probably be better if you were to at LEAST go for a 2013 that they are trying to push off the lots. Or a 2012. 

 

A lot cheaper, barely used, and still in amazing condition.

[water.exe 725]

Be sure to check the lease information as well because you could only drive it so many miles a year or be hit by a mileage few for excess miles. But honestly if your going to lease then buy you may as well buy it first.

[Fat Black Woman 257]

 

don't be a dumb ass and buy a new car, you don't fucking need it

 

you can get a used car for a fraction of the price and put the remaining money you've saved towards insurance, gas, and repairs if needed

[Oreo 2073]

Check other options from lets say 2010 and onward if you really want a recent car. Don't get a 2014, it's never really worth it to be honest, you usually want one that's a year or two behind if you want a a somewhat new one. Nissans are good cars though, so enjoy it if you get one.

[HoeStomper 200]

my first car was some hillbilly junk ass car Skotti put together for me

[Dyscivist 5686]

So says the 19-year-old...

 

[ElectronicDrug 7496]

Lol. You came on the forums looking for advice and comments, and then you turn around and try and defend every little thing when everyone is telling you its a dumb idea. If you're going to do that why bother even posting? Sounds like you're just trying to find someone to agree with your poor decisions.

[sweetrock 420]

My first card was 86 buick and the lefters was knocking couldn't even drive it far lol!

[MOFLSTOMP 899]

Lol. You came on the forums looking for advice and comments, and then you turn around and try and defend every little thing when everyone is telling you its a dumb idea. If you're going to do that why bother even posting? Sounds like you're just trying to find someone to agree with your poor decisions.

Thanks for your valuable advice and/or comment

[Velo 2077]

My first car was a 1983 monte carlo