<prompt> Human: I dont need a car for work and making 72k annually and have 40k cash. I am thinking of buying a car for having fun during weekend. Basically all of my friends and dates have cars and sometimes I feel a bit embarrassed hanging out with them. However, I think its quite financially stupid to paid insurance, gas and maintenance just for weekend pleasure. I am really on the fence and hopefully someone can advise on this.  <response>: If you dont need one... Dont buy one... HoweverIf you wanna have fun...Rent something cool every now and again! 