<prompt> Human: I need a car and Im about to go my first duty station. I definitely dont want to get in some bullshit 4 or 6 year contract for a 14k car or whatever, but I also dont have enough for a beater I think. I have 2k in savings. Another option I have is to take a tsp loan is what I heard of? Ant advice appreciated  <response>: about to go my first duty station.Wait until you get there and talk to your leadership. Theyll know the local market. If you can, delay purchasing for another 2-3 months, it should be easy to double your savings in that time if you make it a priority.You dont have to look for an absolute beater, but you probably shouldnt be looking at a 10k car for your first vehicle either. Find something reliable and used in the 3-5k range. 