Today, after selling their car, my parents decided to inform me that my car (that I paid for myself) is now going to be the "Family Car". They also informed me that since it is, after all, my car, I'll still have to pay for the gas and maintenance. FML
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Halloween
A failed costume, stolen candy and a very real scare: Halloween, the one night when fear is allowed.
Today, I just bought a car with all of my own money. Then, when I brought it home my dad informed me that my mom will be driving it to work every day. FML
Today, my mom sold the car I've been working on for the last few years for 100 dollars. To buy gas for her car. FML
Today, my parents said that they bought me a car. I had been begging for one for a year and they always said that I would have to pay for it myself. I got really excited and went to the garage to see my new ride. It was a Hot Wheels car with a note saying, "Save your money". FML
Today, I got woken up by my parents telling me I had to go buy a car so they could have transportation. Neither of their cars work, so I was letting them use mine, and then they wrecked it. It needs nearly a thousand bucks in repairs to be drivable again, but since it was my car, I have to replace it now to appease them. FML
Today, while talking to my parents about my car, my dad said, "Don't put a lot of money into it because we will give you ours when we move." I asked why, and my mom responded, "Well, we helped your sister with her wedding, so this is going to be your wedding gift." I'm getting a car out of pity for not having a wife. FML
Today, I bought a used car from a private dealer my parents had recommended. On my way home they called to tell me that their car broke down. They bought it last week from the same guy. FML
Today, my daughter got upset because, even though I bought the car for her when she got her license, I told her it was her responsibility to pay the tax, insurance and MOT every year. End result, my daughter is a selfish brat and I returned the car, but lost a bunch of my deposit money. FML
Today, I got a text from my dad asking about my car in the shop. I'm trying to show them that I can actually be independent, but now they know that not only will it cost all my savings account to fix it, but also that my boyfriend will be driving me to work for the next month while the shop waits for the parts. FML
Today, my father retired and made sure to buy both my younger sisters and their partners near new cars. Despite only one having a licence. Then bought the bare minimal definition of a "functioning" car for me, as compensation for paying off the family car on my own. FML
Today, my car broke down. Yesterday, my husband mentioned he found my dream car for sale, but I'd insisted my car had a lot of miles left and we should save money. They sold my dream car this morning. Now I'm carless. FML
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acd23 0
If my parents did that to me I'd tell them they can either start contributing to gas and maintenance or they can start finding other ways to travel, like a bus, or a bike. They may be your parents but if you paid for that car with your own money, you should still have a say on who can and can't use it, and you shouldn't have to foot the car bills yourself if you aren't the only one using it.
theflamezbegin 0
Damn parents. You at least say SOMETHING... but sorry to say it probably won't work...
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DravensMommy 0
It isn't your faul that they sold their car. You need to stand up for yourself and tell them that if they don't intend on helping pay for gas and maintenance, then they need to get a new vehicle for themselves OR learn the local bus schedule. FYL indeed.
lunaroseemh 0
if you bought it, then just say no. if they try to use it anyway, threaten to call the cops for grand theft auto. they can't use it unless you give them your permission.
PenNameHere 0
if you're under 18 I don't think you can legally buy your own car without parental agreement or something like that (I may be wrong). if your over 18 move out.
Luckster 0
It's easier said than done in terms of 'moving out' because of the economy, you know. Even moving into an apartment is murder for your wallet.
lordmoe 0
if you have a licence and money you can buy a car, that means at 16 you could buy a car
sjx 0
Yea but at 16, your insurance would be higher if the car was in your name. Just because the OP paid for the car doesn't mean her name is on the title.
lordmoe 0
do you know for sure the car has insurance, after all its not required in all states. besides if you can afford a car, you can afford insurance
taylert123 1
did you tell them to **** off and not leech off you?
Luckster 0
Ever think that OP may still be in high school?
glassisass 0
tell them to **** themselves. its your car.
LordKoin772 0
Here's what you do, only have 1 car key, destroy the others if there are any, always keep that key with you. If your family asks for the car, give them the biggest middle finger you've ever given anyone. Or tell them it'll cost a dollar for every mile they drive.
teebonehead 0
Sounds like it is time to move out !
keki60 0
I'm not gonna win parent of the year. but even I wouldn't do that to my kids!
letitbe56 0
They can't have it both ways. If it's your car you get to decide the terms under which they are able to use it. Just refuse to give them the keys as long as they refuse to chip in for gas and maintenance. If the title is in your name, there's nothing they can do about it.