Guys, I'm in a little bit of a jam.
Bought a 2011 Camry with 45k miles in February with a $15k loan. Almost instantly put 5-6 VERY BAD scratches on it while trying to get snow/ice off. Worst two span across the back of the trunk.
Getting more and more involved in a band, so I would like to honestly downgrade to an older car that can hold my drums in a hatchback. I'm thinking Subaru Outback/Forest, Volvo wagon, xB, Honda Element. Plus I just don't need a damn 2011, I'm 25 and I can get something just fine from 2007-2009.
Any advice? Basically trying to downgrade from a $15k car with bad scratches to something in the $9-11k range. Should I just stick with what I have, or can this be done without losing much money?