<prompt> Human: Im 16 years old. I have 7k dollars in my savings account from my part-time job. Im trying to buy a 12-13k dollar vehicle but Ive got a problem. I need help trying to convince my parents to co-sign on a loan, my dad is a CPA and he is a very numerical person so hes against me being in debt. What he wants me to do is just by a vehicle with the money I already have, but I like to look long term so Im trying to buy a car that will last quite a long time. This car is a major need due to my crazy schedule with college classes and my job, he knows I need a vehicle. Soon, im just not able to make the money I need in time. I could use a little help, what do you guys think I should tell him? Or, if you think hes right what do you think I should do? Im a very responsible teenager. Since I got my job Ive learned how to manage my money, I think I am responsible enough for a car payment.I just need some outside, unbiased advice. Edit: I appreciate all the advice, even if every single comment did go against what I wanted haha. Most people seem to think I should just get a car with the money I have, which I understand where theyre coming from. Im just finding difficulty finding a post-2010, certified, low mileage, reliable vehicle for that amount of money. parents want the car to be certifiedAssistant: My longest owned car was a 91 taurus that I bought for 500 bucks, so I dont understand why you cant throw some money at a beater, drive it into the ground, and then buy another. In my area, insurance and gas will cost you way more than the car will.Not to mention, but I would never enable my teenager to get a new car. I would just assume they would total it within a year or two. This doesnt exactly apply to you, but you may be able to understand the mentality. Human: I completely understand. Im in the market for a used car, but my parents also want me in a safe vehicle, post 2010. So Im trying to get a car that will last me for a while if Im already having to get a newer vehicle.Assistant: No idea where you live, but AutoTrader.com has two thousand post-2010 model vehicles under 7K in a 50 mile radius of where I live.Human: Central Florida, thanks for looking though. I appreciate it. Im not sure how much the market varies by region.Assistant: Its not two thousand, but surely one of these 687 possible options might suffice?Human: Once you click certified it turns to one, I appreciate it though.  <response>: Then dont do certified. It doesnt need to be such, and no matter what used car youre look at, its always a good idea to get a mechanic you trust to inspect it before purchasing. 