<prompt> Human: Im planning on buying a car..finallyIve read posts on here and other subreddits, that used car is the way to go, especially people on a budget. Im trying to explain that to my mom, but shes just not listening. Shes only had one used car, Acura 2001 and she had a terrible time with it. Engine problems etc. And she believes a new car would be cheaper than Used car maintenance. Is she right? I really dont think thats right... I was planning on getting a Used 2015 or 2016 car, any model... UPDATE: Thank you everyone for the replies and help! I toldshowed my mom the replies, and she just wont budge. She doesnt want to trust random people online. Shes guilt tripping me into getting a new car, but when I tell her that... she just gets very furious... Im at a loss right now... I might have to give in and get a new car, but I really REALLY cant afford it... Assistant: I personally avoid any vehicles that were used in rental. Even though it was maintained regularly, but we dont know what kind of abuse renters do to the vehicles.Buy used, get certified pre-owned vehicles - it comes with warranty, avoid rental history. I like going with 1-owner history 1-owner that was not with rental company. Buying used also saves you the loss in depreciation as you drive off the lot. If you buy new, youd lose a lot in depreciation.Human: I still dont really understand what depreciation means... But Im looking for some Used cars right now! Is dealership better than private owners?  <response>: You pay 27k for a new car today. 3 months from now for any reason you want to sell it. Now your car is worth 22k and you wont be able to repay your loan with the money you get for it. Depreciation. 