<prompt> Human: hello all, Ive read through the rules and I think asking for help here would be okay. Im a high school freshmen that lives in California and I was wondering if I should save up for a car or save up for college. Assuming that I get a job that gives 180 per week how much of that should I put in a bank for saving? and what kind of account should I open up for the sole purpose of just saving it? If you think I should save up for the car, what car should I get for cheaper auto insurance? Also how much should I save for insurance and gas for said car? Ive been eyeing a 99 Subaru Impreza. Thank you all. If this is the wrong place to ask, please redirect me to the correct place.  <response>: You dont really make enough to own a car. Gas and insurance alone would eat up a ton of your paychecks, man. Save for college! Youll definitely thank yourself later. One thing I want to note: youre young! Spend some of that cash. Go to the movies with friends, buy ice cream for a girl you like, etc. You cant really save any significant amount of money right now because you dont make enough. BUT good saving habits are important! Keep reading around rpersonalfinance leisurely and youll get a ton of good information. Goodluck! Stay in school. 