I hear that. I'm still trying to claw my way out of the whole I dug in college.

 

I must agree that having an expensive car payment, for a nice car, just to kill it by driving so much isn't the "best" idea I ever heard. It's tough though... you want something nice, cause your in it so much, but can't seem to justify the costs, gas mileage, Etc.

My take: Be happy. If your going to drive a bucket, then you'll feel liek a bucket. I'm, not sure what your financials are, but definitely get something that fits your life and budget.

Remember... There is a difference in being able to PAY for a car, and being able to AFFORD a car.

If you can't figure out the difference in that, then you'll struggle through most of life. Drive anything for now, come out BIG later when you can enjoy it (and not stress about it). Good luck.