Well, I'm beginning to rethink (doubt) this whole car thing!
I know in my heart that there is simply no way I can afford RENT (#1 Priority), an AUTO PAYMENT and AUTO INSURANCE!
I'm not totally discouraged though ...
One plan I've always considered is taking the retirement from the University in a partial lump sum and paying cash for a reliable vehicle at that time!
That'll be sometime in the next 5 - 10 years, and that'll pfly by in no time!