I went to 5 dealerships. I decided I wanted to look at leasing..but as someone mentioned, I hadn't even really thought that in 3yrs I'd need to come up with another down payment..hmm..
4 dealers each said my 200$ a month and 2000$ down in cash wasn't realistic. I looked at the Dodge Avenger, Ford Focus, Ford Fusion, Honda Accord, and a Honda Civic. So far only leasing the 2012 Civic might be an option but they want 2500$ down, would give me 500$ for trade in, and a monthly payment of 220$
I was approved on Friday from my credit union for a Used Car 10K loan at 5.9% 5yr payment plan at 193$ a month. Now I'm starting to think maybe leasing isn't the way to go..blah. I so wanted a new car, and not something used..

 

If no one has mentioned it, Carfax (or something appropriate) and walk if they won't provide one.