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Alrighty, so I am 19 years old, and never have had a job due to circumstances beyond my control. Embarassing, yes. Anyways, because I live in a rural area, it is impossible to find any work within walking distance, and yes I have money to buy a car but nothing I've looked at has been roadworthy. For those asking, my budget is $1500 or less, and I haven't been picky I'm looking at everything from a Geo Metro (not joking) on up. So far everythings been either way overpriced, junk, or both. Sooo in my despair, I put an ad up on Craigslist asking if anyone had a pickup truck (what I really want) with an auto transmission (only type I can drive) for sale.

I got an email from a fellow in the next town over, saying that he has an old pickup truck for sale. I'll spare the details, except its 23 y/o and sounds from the description like a very nice truck. This man says he's a disabled Vietnam Vet, he was in the USMC. He is asking 2500 for the truck or best offer. I told him that I don't have that much money, but I'd be willing to do labor as trade. Sounds pretty good so far.

I haven't told my parents yet, because just like everything else I try to do they would discourage the idea.

Anyways... I don't know what kind of work would need to be done, but if its anything construction or wiring I have a friend I could count on to help me with that, as he is trained for all that stuff. I have no way of getting to the guys house. I could borrow a friends car, but that would only be for one day. Any suggestions?