<prompt> Human: My current car 2005 Equinox is quickly becoming a money pit. The money I am spending on repairs to keep it on the road is starting to stack up. Additionally, living on a farm, it has become apparent that I NEED a 4x4 truck. Aditionally, I have never owned a vehicle wih less than 100,000 miles. For these reasons, I am looking to step up to the plate and take a swing at financing my first new ish vehicleI take care of my family of 3 with a single income of under 30k. My wife plans to return to work part time when our child starts school. Outside of a small mortgage payment, we have no debt. New trucks are ridiculously expensive and I dont want to get in over my head. A lower monthly payment is very attractive, and I dont really travel a lot. This makes leasing seem like an attractive option, but I just dont have the experience or knowledge to make an informed decision. I humbly request your advice! Thanks in advance  <response>: Look for a reliable used truck. At your current salary you simply cant afford more than that - even 10k would be a huge stretch.Leasing always sounds good, but theres a reason car companies push them relentlessly. Theyre not designed to help you out. 