It is worth it to get BRZ?

[nutstae]

Originally Posted by dbrandt01

You have a pretty much new car. I'd say keep the Toyota. BRZ is fun don't get me wrong, but you have a 2009 with 58K on it. The only reason why I sold a pretty much new vehicle for my BRZ was because of mileage. I was getting 8mpg in my truck and getting a BRZ saved me a ton of money with gas alone.

No worries, I perfectly understand what you are saying, that's why I am in this dilemma

[nutstae]

Originally Posted by Dadhawk

If it were me, I'd do both. Drive one of the two cars above into (or at least towards) the ground, and during that time pay yourself a car payment, plus any differential in cost in insurance, etc.

Then when

(value of the car owned) + (money saved) = (Price of Car you want)

you'll be good to go!

I have never thought of this! Thanks!

[nutstae]

Originally Posted by STV3

Plain and simple. If you have to ask... then you can't afford it.

I could afford it, it's just, since I have paid corolla in full, there isn't any more of monthly payment to deal with.
But if I were to get a new car, even with couple thousand downpayment, couple hundred dollars that I could have saved(for what? I dont know, perhaps for my future...) monthly will simply be gone away as a payment again...

[nutstae]

Originally Posted by Marchy

why would your dad even be remotely ok with you trading in one or two of HIS vehicles so you can use it as your down payment on the BRZ. If i were you, i'd offer to buy his corrolla and drive that heap into the ground over the next 5 years. during that time save up to buy a used BRZ outright and then you'll have a beat up DD to give no fucks about and a sweet new to you weekend toy that you worked very hard for.

That's because even though Corolla is legally his, I paid everything. He didn't want to risk my credit because I was barely entering college back then so he took it under his name.

[strat61caster]

Originally Posted by nutstae

I don't know, to be honest I just dont know much about cars other than paying for it. Relatively it's not really that expensive and things I will gain from BRZ, such as stick shift experience, "having fun", etc can compenstate the loss of money, then I think it's something but I am not sure if it will be greater than loss of money...

Go for a test drive, at this point you're asking "hey is this thing cool enough to spend money on?"

We have zero idea if it will be anything other than a status symbol to you, a status symbol that could be a noisy, harsh riding, impractical, nuisance that you sell a year from now for a huge loss that it sounds like you really don't want to cope with. Maybe you'll fall in love, go to track days and autocross. Maybe it'll be a nifty commuter, we have zero idea what you'd enjoy.

Figure out what you want before you ask other people what you want, hell you might be better off leasing a BMW or buying a Miata for $5000 or sticking with the Camry or maybe a Camaro will get you hot and heavy.

Basically what you've done is posted up, "hey guys I've been wearing size 9 shoes, do you think size 13 is worth the cost?" or "I've always gotten an americano at starbucks, should I spend the extra $4 on the frilly-frou-frou caramel whizzbang?"

[tahdizzle]

Okay.. I am certain this is just a troll thread now.

[nutstae]

Originally Posted by jsimon7777

I didn't get a car I loved until after I bought my first house. I didn't get the FRS until after i bought my second house. You clearly cannot afford a BRZ or any new car. Don't do it. Drive the Corolla. Everyone I've known who makes aggressive purchases has ended up regretting their decisions.

Thanks for your response.
I think I should keep my corolla..

[nutstae]

Originally Posted by krayzie

Keep driving the old cars. I had to sell my paid off GTI because it was falling apart due to bad design, now I'm back into financing. I rather be debt free to be honest.

Thank you for your answer!

[woode]

25 year old college graduate and yet you still can't figure out your own finances and priorities and have to ask an internet forum?? Your parents, and society in general, have coddled you too much.

As stated before, if you have to even ask, the answer is "no".

Obviously most all of us weighed our options and circumstances and bought a BRZ.

I hope this is just a troll thread.. I really do..

[nutstae]

Originally Posted by Marchy

that's a though position to be in, i'd heed much caution in buying a 2 door sports car if you're on the hook to support your family. 1 its not practical to drive family around, 2 you'll be locked in a payment which will burden you and should more family issues arise, may force you to get rid of that burden.

I'd stick with Dadhawks idea, pay yourself the montly payment in a savings account you won't touch, in 3-4 years buy the car outright and enjoy the long hard road you've walked down supporting your family.

Having a Coupe won't be any less practical than having a sedan because I only live with my Dad. But then again, that's not what matters the most in your response, I thank you for your response!

[nutstae]

Originally Posted by strat61caster

Go for a test drive, at this point you're asking "hey is this thing cool enough to spend money on?"

We have zero idea if it will be anything other than a status symbol to you, a status symbol that could be a noisy, harsh riding, impractical, nuisance that you sell a year from now for a huge loss that it sounds like you really don't want to cope with. Maybe you'll fall in love, go to track days and autocross. Maybe it'll be a nifty commuter, we have zero idea what you'd enjoy.

Figure out what you want before you ask other people what you want, hell you might be better off leasing a BMW or buying a Miata for $5000 or sticking with the Camry or maybe a Camaro will get you hot and heavy.

Basically what you've done is posted up, "hey guys I've been wearing size 9 shoes, do you think size 13 is worth the cost?" or "I've always gotten an americano at starbucks, should I spend the extra $4 on the frilly-frou-frou caramel whizzbang?"

Thank you for your response!
You are right, the question is very personal-related, and things like this really depends on personal preference..
I just wanted to see what the general response would be from more experienced people
Thank you once again!

[nutstae]

Originally Posted by tahdizzle

Okay.. I am certain this is just a troll thread now.

No it's not.

Although I have never got to own one, I really like BRZ.
That's why I wanted to ask BRZ owners' honest opinion.

Of course, "saving is better", it's as simple as that, but if that's the ultimate answer to every financial related matters, nobody would be driving any new cars you know what i mean.
So I was wondering about what the actaul BRZ owners had to say.

Thank you for your earlier response though.

[Wilsonk227]

Originally Posted by nutstae

Luckily, even though I am the only one with income, I can afford monthly payment.

But what concerns me the most is "would it be worth it". I am not talking about BRZ but in general.

I am only 25 yro, but I have been supporting my family ever since I can remember. and this kind of living has set in my mind and whenever I spend my money, I always think about circumstances before myself.
But then to justify my change of mind, maybe I have been living that way too extreme.

I don't know, to be honest I just dont know much about cars other than paying for it. Relatively it's not really that expensive and things I will gain from BRZ, such as stick shift experience, "having fun", etc can compenstate the loss of money, then I think it's something but I am not sure if it will be greater than loss of money...

Honestly, if I were you, in your position with your interests...I would not buy the car.

Here are my reasons why:

1. You don't know much about cars, thus the BRZ will only be an accessory/transportation.

2. Going through your experiences of living and things you take responsibilities for, purchasing a new car when it is not needed is one of the worst financial choices you can make. Cars won't get more expensive over time, they only degrade. So if you really need a car, go for it, if you don't, then you shouldn't.

3. You aren't sure now. Seeking help from people won't justify your choices. Say we tell you that you should buy it, the next thing that could happen is regret. You NEED to be sure about a purchase as big as this. So sure that you don't need to ask the internet for opinions. Financially, on the long run, you might regret it and then you'll have no way out of it unless you transfer or sell it. Which is never good imo.

Of course there will be goods and bads but I think in your situation, you should step back and maybe save some money before actually making a choice and then find out what you really want/need.


edit: what @strat61caster said. Test drive the car, if you fall in love, it's meant to be ;3

[WoOosOn]

Originally Posted by nutstae

Dear Community,

First of all, no offense to BRZ owners, I am asking a question specifically related to my circumstances.

Since I can't afford to buy the car with cash, I have to sell either one of these cars below that my dad own.
-2009 Toyota Corolla LE 58,000miles
-2006 Mazda Frontier 160,000miles

Is it worth it to sell either of these to down-pay BRZ and finance it? or just drive either of cars to the ground? I want your honest opinion.

Thanks!

I regret not getting the car any sooner. now that I have the car I dont mod it as much as I would like. with a good relationship and soon for a family in a couple of years. I cant be spending money on this type of car. but you should know that if your getting this type of car your gonna end up putting more money into it as well. ive had debut before cause of rash purchases too. I learn that you just have to manage your money well. you dont stay young forever. everyone else says to drive the corolla for couple years. maybe later you wont even want a brz.. if it was me I'll get the brz.