<prompt> Human: Im looking to get a used car in the near future, but I dont know what the best and most financially safe way for me to do so would be. Im a 19 yo college student in the US, I do not currently have a job, and just recently found myself without a car dad took it back. My parents are going through a divorce and a bankruptcy at the moment, so hopefully that gives you some idea of my background. My parents want to give me help purchasing the car, but I figure the less I lean on them financially the better. Im also concerned if they help with the purchase my future car could be claimed in the bankruptcy. If the title for the car is in my name, could it still be claimed in my parents bankruptcy? I am a dependent If Im not able to purchase a car in full, what are the risks of putting the car in my name and paying it off?The best option Ive come up with is to use extra scholarship money and take out a 2000 subsidized student loan. I already have 1000 in subsidized loan debt for summer classes, but I do not anticipate needing more loans in the future. Is it a smart decision to take out a loan and spend 3500 - 4000 on a used car now?New to personal finance, so any criticism about my post and any advice about my situation is greatly appreciated.  <response>: Buy a car with cash or dont get one at all. 