I have not yet graduated from college. I graduate in May 2010, however I want to plan accordingly so I have the best chance to purchase a mercedes upon my graduation.

Assuming that I am able to land a job with an annual salary of 50k do you guys think I will be able to afford a C 300 sport?

I'm saving up right now so I can also put money down to have a lower monthly payment.

The only thing is I'm not sure if Mercedes will even offer a lease to a recent college grad. Basically I was just wondering if my anticipated salary is enough to lease a C 300 sport.

Thanks in advance

 

If you can't top 50K out of college, just get a government job now.

 

The smartest man I ever met taught me these things at an early age.
I should have listened to him.

1. Live within your own means.
2. Save and invest 10% of everything you make.
3. Don't be house rich and cash poor.
4. Diversify all your investments.
5. Sell something that is mostly water.

I can see people grinning over that last one. Right?
These things were told to me by my father at age 13.
He was a military general who is famous for his role in the Cuban Missle Crisis.
RIP Dad. You were right.

 

Treat cars as a commodity, not luxury. I would suggest you to pay off for your housing, credit card and loans, get enough money for marriage first. Go for a Merc or BMW when your life is on the track.

 

Yes. Definatly. The whole reason why America's economy is soo bad is mostly because of people buying what they can not afford.