<prompt> Human: Im 18 years old and have about 1000 in my bank. I found a 1997 car for 800 with less than 100k miles on it. It just needs new brakes pads which my uncle could change for me, 50 plus lunch. I was advised by my dad to have at least 2000 saved up before buying it. But Im not sure the car will be around much longer if I keep waiting. My mom will be buying the insurance and I only have my permit so I assume the car will be in her name. So I was wondering all the costs that would come from buying a used car and how much I should have before committing.Edit: Im located in Massachusetts  <response>: Your dad has a good point. Buying the car cost 800 then you need to have it registered. That can be from 50-200 maybe a bit more. Are the tags up to date? Having some emergency money is always a great idea if anything where to need repaired. Maybe buy the car and dont drive it until you have some emergency money saved up? 