Thread: Good Credit, Low Income

Maybe... but why do you want to spend so much on a car? That's the best way to start off on a treacherous financial path. Cars are money pits. You're in college and working part time - spend appropriately and you will be glad you did. Good luck!

Sorry for the typos! I meant I have a 700+ credit score & that I don't want to spend more than $10,000. I'm looking in the $8,000-$9,000 range because after taxes it will probably near $10,000. I want something with decent mileage and that will last a few years. After doing research, I noticed I will most likely have to get a car near $10,000. I'll just have to be responsible & keep up with the payments.

Well you can certainly do it and someone will likely give you a loan, assuming you make enough and have low enough debt currently, but I'd still argue that you could get a reliable toyota/honda with more miles in the $3000 or less range that will last well beyond your college years if you want it to. I know that's not what you were asking, but this site is about all things credit and money, so staying "above water" is naturally a common theme. Overspending is the best way to start sinking in a hurry, so to speak.

Anyway, good luck and let us know what you end up getting!