cars

>>35321003
a manual civic/accord would actually be an optimal choice for your current situation and can be had for <5k as well. mazda 3 would be great if you could manage it.

if they can't see why these choices are pragmatic then they're a bit hopeless i'm afraid. you can try showing them numbers

>>35321179
I've tried everything
Numbers
reviews
safety ratings

It's like they have these weird car memes that they can't let go of.
They think fucking Jeep and VW are good brands

>>35321003
I drive a 2011 mazda 3 but it's not a manual because I'm not a pretentious faggot. It has some sort of pretend manual mode that I never use. It's a good car and I've enjoyed having it for the past 4 years.

>>35321250
I've heard bad things about VW for a long time, and certain models of newer Jeeps have issues, but my 99 Jeep Cherokee is fun to drive and very reliable.

It has never just died. There's always been signs before a breakdown.

I have a manual mazda3. Amazing car. SUV's are for cucks and more likely to roll and kill you in a collision.

>>35321295
>pretend manual

Mazda3 owner reporting in. Literally no problems for three years now. Excellent cars. Sorry, OP.

>>35321250


be thankful you're getting a vehicle anon, any vehicle, some of us can just dream to get one saving for years.

just tell them you won't drive and take the train.

>>35321539
>>35321394
>>35321295
THIS IS WHAT I WANT BUT THEY WONT LET ME HAVE IT REEEE
It's cheap too, 2005 mazda 3 sedan with only like 60k miles, clean title and in really good, well maintained condition
Why are my parents such faggots

>>35321632
They actually want me to take the train
I don't because I'll be dorming and it'll be a hassle carrying my things on a train and then into a cab when I get there

I didn't really get to pick my first car either because I wasn't paying for it but your should be greatful you're getting a reliable transportation that's a pretty big deal no matter what it is.

Such freedom