Car Advice- Dad's trying to fuk me over srs

[Bigolteddies]

So my car's breaking down, it's like 17 years old, and my dad basically took my nissan frontier that he got me as my first car and gave me this old car knowing it's about to break bc both are in his name. Well flash forward to a year and a half later and my car can't go on anymore, he's already sunk thousands into repairs and it's not worth it anymore.

The other day he said he's getting me a car, I said ok cool the only thing i'd really like is 4 doors so i can drive for uber, as well as the ability to drive on dirt roads. So he picks a car and won't tell me what it is "bc it's a surprise" it's a 19,000$ Subaru which he shows me at the dealership and i drive it around. He then tells me on the spot that I have to pay 3000$ as well as pay 170$ a month loan after I graduate (may 2018) for 3 whole years.

I said i didn't want to be trapped paying monthly and if we could please look at other cars that are cheaper bc it wouldn't make a difference to what he's paying but it'd make it so i dont have to pay. He fuking freaks out and leaves the dealership and says I have to take out my own loan and buy my own car when I go to school full time, volunteer every week, and work part time hosting. I'm already working my ass off and even though it makes no fuking difference to what he pays, he WANTS to get me an expensive subaru so I have to shell out thousands of dollars.

Idk what to do if you guys could lmk if it's possible to get a good car for less than 19,000$ bc he says due to me driving it on dirt roads/rocks anything less expensive that's not built for it will break down. Now i know this is complete bs but i also don't know anything about cars so i can't refute it w facts, but logically it's not sound.

Cliffs;
-OP in college, needs a new car that is able to occasionally go off road without breaking
- dad picks out 19000$ subaru and says theres nothing cheaper that wouldn't break
-Wants OP to pay 3000$ plus another 170$ a month over 3 years to pay off a loan on it
- refuses to compromise
-basically I need to know what cars are way cheaper than 19,000$ and are durable, can drive off road, and have 4 doors preferably

[jmonty]

i think subarus are great starter cars if you absolutely need awd. for that price you should have a lot of options. the best value i think is a used crosstrek. they won't win any races and can't tow but they have decent clearance. my suggestion is look on carmax and sort by what you think you would like. it really depends on how much off road capability you really need.

second gen ford escapes are good for what they are too. Third gen are more highway oriented and car based but probably available for for that price range as well. you could look at jeeps as well or base pickups with just two doors or extended cabs but those have drawbacks too.

[Jax05]

-basically I need to know what cars are way cheaper than 19,000$

Basically any car that's $18,999 or less...? You guys don't have math classes in college?

You can find good cars like Hondas and whatnot for like $10-12k

[BuildUpNow]

what? $170/month for 3 years is only $6120. Add in the $3k down and you're at $9120. So he's going to pay the other $10k for you? I don't see how you are getting shafted in this deal.

[ChaoticReignPbt]

what? $170/month for 3 years is only $6120. Add in the $3k down and you're at $9120. So he's going to pay the other $10k for you? I don't see how you are getting shafted in this deal.

This.

Your dad is pissed because he's trying to do you a favor and you're getting whiny about it. $170 a month is stupidly cheap. If you want to drive an old ****box you can certainly find something reliable for far less but you're getting cut a pretty sweet deal here.

And if money is a concern you shouldn't be seriously considering anything for offroad use unless you're good with a wrench and don't mind fixing stuff from time to time.

[sumolgi]

Did anyone consider a $19K subi could mean WRX too?? Dad offering half of a free car and being your emergency backstop because he won't want to screw up his own credit, and you have no credit I'm guessing... so did you answer Jax question about math classes yet??? I mean you could get a $3K POS Honda or something that would get you through school if dad's being unreasonable really. FWIW

[claricSTi]

It says you are 21, why is your dad still telling you what to do?

Buy your own car, and quit being such a whiny bitch about it.

[Murph0408]

It says you are 21, why is your dad still telling you what to do?

Buy your own car, and quit being such a whiny bitch about it.

that's it

OP just don't get into this agreement with your dad. he means well and is probably trying to do you a very big favor here but do HIM a favor and get out of this. you're in your 20s now.

even if you have to buy a beater for 6k at least it's in your name and you have no ties to your father financially.

[RocknRollMuscle]

toyota $3k

OP man the F up already. First day on the misc?

[Jammer02xd]

This.

Your dad is pissed because he's trying to do you a favor and you're getting whiny about it. $170 a month is stupidly cheap. If you want to drive an old ****box you can certainly find something reliable for far less but you're getting cut a pretty sweet deal here.

And if money is a concern you shouldn't be seriously considering anything for offroad use unless you're good with a wrench and don't mind fixing stuff from time to time.

what? $170/month for 3 years is only $6120. Add in the $3k down and you're at $9120. So he's going to pay the other $10k for you? I don't see how you are getting shafted in this deal.

It says you are 21, why is your dad still telling you what to do?

Buy your own car, and quit being such a whiny bitch about it.

Your two options. Take the VERY sweet deal for a newer Subaru or stop bitching and get whatever you can afford. Those are you options so deal with it.

[WSG1]

You sound sheltered as fuk op, Youre 21, Stop being pushed around by your father and take care of your own chit.

[jaygee15]

I think the words you are looking for are thank you dad, wow how kind you have been to me.























































you ungrateful *******

[tng83]

Lets also not overlook the fact that his dad blew up on him like a ******* for wanting to spend less money.

[residesinAZ]

you have 2 options: do whatever it is your dad wants. Or shell out money to buy your own car, on your own terms. You can't force him to give you money on your terms.

[kitpapa]

"if we could please look at other cars that are cheaper bc it wouldn't make a difference to what he's paying but it'd make it so i dont have to pay. He fuking freaks out and leaves"


Edit: translation...."but daddy I want you to pay for the WHOLE car! Why do I have to put money into it??"

Wait, so ur dad wants to help and you say no, not like that. Let's get a cheaper car so I don't have to pay as much but YOU can still pay the same amount???
Did you srs just say that??
WTF?? you are a BRAT if I am reading that right

[tbone73]

[QUOTE=Bigolteddies;1475986271]So my car's breaking down, it's like 17 years old, and my dad basically took my nissan frontier that he got me as my first car and gave me this old car knowing it's about to break bc both are in his name. Well flash forward to a year and a half later and my car can't go on anymore, he's already sunk thousands into repairs and it's not worth it anymore.

The other day he said he's getting me a car, I said ok cool the only thing i'd really like is 4 doors so i can drive for uber, as well as the ability to drive on dirt roads. So he picks a car and won't tell me what it is "bc it's a surprise" it's a 19,000$ Subaru which he shows me at the dealership and i drive it around. He then tells me on the spot that I have to pay 3000$ as well as pay 170$ a month loan after I graduate (may 2018) for 3 whole years.

I said i didn't want to be trapped paying monthly and if we could please look at other cars that are cheaper bc it wouldn't make a difference to what he's paying but it'd make it so i dont have to pay. He fuking freaks out and leaves the dealership and says I have to take out my own loan and buy my own car when I go to school full time, volunteer every week, and work part time hosting. I'm already working my ass off and even though it makes no fuking difference to what he pays, he WANTS to get me an expensive subaru so I have to shell out thousands of dollars.

Idk what to do if you guys could lmk if it's possible to get a good car for less than 19,000$ bc he says due to me driving it on dirt roads/rocks anything less expensive that's not built for it will break down. Now i know this is complete bs but i also don't know anything about cars so i can't refute it w facts, but logically it's not sound.

Cliffs;

[lownslow]

I wish i had your problems when i was 21 u little fuk.

[lsiberian]

Your Dad was excited to get you a really nice car and you basically told him to go pound sand. Of course he's pissed.

[Med-Tec]

No such thing as a free lunch, now start kissing some ass to get your dad to offer that deal for you again.

[anonymous]

fcking dad not buying you a C63s AMG, you should tell him to stick his poverty car up his ass OP because he sounds like a terrible person

[nick1990]

One thing you might not be considering OP, is that your pop is trying to get you to develop some credit in your name. To have a car payment in your name is a good first step in developing good credit for the future (which you will 100% need, as much as you may think otherwise)

And OP $170 a month is quite literally nothing. Most people spend that on a Friday night drinking at the bars.

My advice is to jump all over that deal.

[Burgerbuger]

I don't see how your dad is trying to fuk you when you said he's already spent thousands in repairs for the car.

[WSG1]

Reading chit like this makes me never want to have kids.

[Jax05]

I think OP gave up on his thread, he had same one in the Misc

[krendan]

OP wants a car...dad want's OP to get a nice car which will make the dad and son in debt.

OP thinks this is stupid.

Misc agrees with dad.


what?

[brianphi]

I had to buy my own cars, your generation is pathetic. Complaining your pops wants to foot half the bill for a decent car? Smh


You should jump on it for a reliable car through school...let me tell you 170/mo is better than getting stranded and constant repairs.

Uber won't let you drive an old ****box, you should check what qualifies.

[BBTruck]

toyota $3k

OP man the F up already. First day on the misc?

There you go. My 17yo car was a 78 Celica which I somehow wrecked. It had a beef with some chainlink fence and some dude trying to race apparently. Older Toyos just run for a first car. Same with older Hondas.

[anonymous]

This.

Your dad is pissed because he's trying to do you a favor and you're getting whiny about it. $170 a month is stupidly cheap. If you want to drive an old ****box you can certainly find something reliable for far less but you're getting cut a pretty sweet deal here.

And if money is a concern you shouldn't be seriously considering anything for offroad use unless you're good with a wrench and don't mind fixing stuff from time to time.

This, stop being spoiled. Dont want a SUPER CHEAP car payment for a car you want, then go get your own car and pay for it yourself.

negged

[BillHendricks]

Cannot believe what I'm reading. You are so ungrateful.
My brothers and I all bought our own first car. Saving since we were 15 with the idea of buying a car as soon as we got our license. My father and mother were not in a position to help.

You're dad went through all that and is now showing you how he doesn't have to help, and you should appreciate his help more.

You are 21..... Have you not worked yet? How are you volunteering ...don't you have bills that need to be paid.

Do you live at home still? Do you help with house payment/cable/power?

Honestly I am wondering how much you have learned in college.

[jaygee15]

Op you are something else, you know that.

I have bought every car i have owned ,, by myself.

15 years old, school, work.. By myself

no education, crazy girlfriend, by myself

every car, every repair, hot , cold, broke... By myself