<prompt> Human: Hey everyone, last year I bought a 2015 Honda Accord, kind of at my parents behest. Ive been trying to significantly lower my expenditures over the last few months so I dont have such massive monthly overhead. Im not in any kind of financial trouble, but Im kind of into the idea of ditching the new car and getting a decent used car so I can save more and clock more investment income. Is there any reason why this is a dumb idea or any pro-tips for doing so? My parents insist that used cars are basically inevitable ticking time bombs for some kind of massive mechanic bill but other than that, and perceived prestige value, I cant think of a compelling reason to keephave a new car. Thanks for the help!  <response>: Depending on the options you selected, you may have already lost most of the money you think youd be saving by switching to a used car with an unknown past. Im 45 and my Dad drilled that same stuff into my head. Your best bet is to make this the last brand new car you may ever buy. Enjoy it, and get to know what starts to fail with age so when you reach 250,000 miles and start to look for another car, you may be able to recognize what is about to go. Keeping the car is fine, but its not something you want to repeat if youre trying to be financially responsible. 