Take the car to an independent mechanic before signing.
Are you in a (parking/gas focus) or rural area (reliability/distance focus)? buying a used car on minimum wage
These dealers often have predatory interest rates (20%+). Take the car to an independent mechanic before signing
Get quotes before you buy. Some older cars are surprisingly expensive to insure. it could cost you $2
Look for mid-2000s Toyota Corollas, Honda Civics, or Mazda 3s.
Don't skip the inspection to save $100; it could cost you $2,000 later.
Calculate your weekly commute cost. A "cheap" truck might cost you $300/month in gas.