A new Camry… that’s what I can buy for $17K, maybe even for less money.

Better yet, buy a used Lexus for $17K. Or a used Camry for $10K-$12K. Let someone else eat the new car depreciation.

If you still want a new Corolla, start buying the newspaper on Thurs, Fri, Sat, Sun. You’ll see ads for new Corollas (with AC, stereo, etc.) for $13K or so.