<prompt> Human: So I am due to graduate 1 year from now, Spring 2018, and I currently drive a 2002 Ford Escape. She is my baby, Ive had her since I was 17 so 4 years and has been with me through a lot. Only thing is, she has about 168,000 miles and have had to put a lot of money in it to fix it. Oil leak, serpentine belt, ac manifold, breaks, etc that I have funded mostly by myself with a LITTLE help from my parents. I try to learn as much as I can about cars so I am able to save some money and do things myself. My car is getting old, shes turning 15 this year. She runs great and currently no issues.I was thinking about purchasing a new vehicle after graduation. Its something that Ive looked at for quite a long time but am wondering if its a good decision. I know the financially smart thing to do is to drive my car until it absolutely doesnt go anymore.. but would it be a terrible idea to sell my car to my best friend? she tells me she would pay at least 2k for my car. And I could use that car towards a down payment.I have some money saved up now but am also looking at saving up more and making a down payment of around 6-8k. I want to get a 2017 Toyota Rav 4 which can range from 19k-29k for the ones that I want.By this time next year I will have a bachelors degree in Business Management. I currently work as an AR Clerk at a company that has offered me a full time job after I graduate. Until I look for something better. I know having a full time job is essential for this equation. However, after I graduate I will have 20-22k in student loans. I have an associates degree that I paid for myself, thankfully. So the loans are from undergrad. Is it a terrible idea to take out a car loan the same time I have to start paying back student loans? Is there a way to do it? Should I sell my car to my friend and use that money towards a down payment? Should I run my car until it absolutely will not run anymore?Any inputadvice is extremely appreciated.  <response>: Doesnt sound like you need a new vehicle. Youre putting in for all the usual repairs and maintenance that comes with a car of that age. I mean youve indicated that you have no issues with the car so if I were you Id work on paying down those loans.If you have 6-8K for a down payment, then you can spend that on a used car from a private seller. No need to buy a new, 2017 vehicle with your financial standing. 