When they say that you can buy just about anything in New York, they mean it. So when looking for a car, whether it be a Rolls or a Rover, the sky’s the limit. As long as you hold a valid work permit and licence, you may purchase a vehicle as soon as you arrive in New York.

The cheapest new cars run from $8-20,000 and you can expect to save up to $9,000 off of the new price if you buy the car used. Financing will be more expensive for a used vehicle and depending on the condition of your car, the insurance may be slightly higher, but the overall price will be significantly lower. When purchasing a used car, there are a few places to look before settling: franchise and independent dealers located all over the city (newyork.citysearch.com has a complete listing of them), rental car companies selling their used cars, leasing companies, used car superstores (such as Car Max) and even the internet. Before buying from a used car company, you may want to call the Better Business Bureau of New York (www.newyork.bbb.org) to research any unsettled disputes between the dealership and customers.