Yeah, I know something may happen with not having a job or whatever. If I bought a 18,000 car today, financing $5500 for 24mo's with my parents credit, my payment would be about 250 (intrest included there), and thankfully, my parents would be able to cover my payment/insurance etc. if need be. I am blessed to have that financial security, as most don't. However, I do have money of my own, I don't spend more than 75% of each paycheck that I get every other week, and just spending that much is a rarity.
Anyways, like I've said. The search has been paused and I won't be looking anymore, just waiting until the time is right.
Back to Prius thing, I don't want a Prius. I was simply saying that if I was choosing between a Civic and a Prius, the Prius would be my option, simply becuase I can't fit into a Civic comfrotably, and I like the stand out concept. Either way, around here, I doubt I'd be 'noticed' in a Prius, way too many people have them! Basically, I like my naturally aspirated engine, and if it has an electric motor great, but I don't need one.