<prompt> Human: Some facts: - Im 25, no kids or student loans- I have approximately 25,000 of savings in the bank, as well as another 10k from a mutual fund that I havent touched since I was 13. So 35K total in savings.- I currently make 50k per year before tax, and I may see a 15 or 20 paycut this year if I switch to a more satisfying new job.- Currently not paying rent, but will likely be soon been living with my parents the last 4 months great for saving, but itching to get the hell out.I dont know if this means Im doing well financially and Ive never had a specific plan for my savings account other than hoarding emergency money - if my car breaks downneeds work, my computer craps out, sickness, I lose my job, etc. I also like dipping into it sometimes for a vacation, though that is rare.So it looks like my car is about to die within the next few months, and I guess its time to look at buying a car. Given my savings and my current financial situation, I have no clue what the most responsible car-buying strategy is. What is the best price range for me given my savings? I should probably buy used, right? If so how oldhow much mileage? Should I pay 100 down or take out a loan and make payments? Im pretty clueless about all of this. I dont really have any criteria as long as it gets me from point A to point B. Im trying to avoid really small cars for safety reasons.Of course make and model suggestions are welcome as well.  <response>: Protip: to get a free carfax, get the VIN and then list the car for sale on eBay. The carfax will pop up for buyers to see, and there you go. I think eBay will ban you for this, so use a throwaway. 