<prompt> Human: My internship just ended and got offered 35k entry level and benefits, which Im grateful for because its 2x more than I was making. Im in need of a new car. Currently driving a 173,000 eclipse thats breaking down.I guess I can give a breakdown of my bills: nbsp;380 rent room mate nbsp;100 utilities nbsp;70 phone nbsp;40 internet nbsp;40 gas nbsp;160 student loans nbsp;100 credit card nbsp;Should I go for a new car thats in the 20k range? Should I go used for 7k-9k? I really take pride in the car that I drive... and just couldnt find any cars that I would like at 7k-9k with decent mileage. Parents said they would help out with the down payment as a graduation gift... What mileage is okay to go for if I do decide to go for a used car? I want to buy it soon, but I also dont want to put myself in danger financially right off the bat starting the new job..Please give me some advice!!  <response>: I really take pride in the car that I drive.theres your first problem and just couldnt find any cars that I would like at 7k-9k with decent mileagetheres your second problemyoure in an entry level job fresh out of school with student loan debt, drive what you can afford to drive 