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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]The BMW X1 M35i goes from 0-60 mph in approximately 5.2 seconds, with a top speed of around 155 mph.  OP's daughter can't even get a permit.

What could possibly go wrong here?[/quote]

The problem is a teen driver.  Not the BMW specs.  Any car can be fast enough to be deadly if a kid takes their eyes off the road or looks in the wrong direction for a few seconds.  Googled Honda Civic statistics follow...

Honda Civic 0-60 mph times vary by model, typically ranging from 4.9 seconds for the high-performance Type R to around 7.2–8.2 seconds for standard turbocharged models (EX/Touring), and up to 9.8 seconds for base 2.0L engines. The 2025 Hybrid is a quick option at 6.2 seconds.

The top speed of a Honda Civic generally ranges between 120 mph and 170+ mph, depending on the model, trim, and engine, with most standard models limited around 130–137 mph. Performance-oriented models like the Civic Si can reach ~145 mph, while the high-performance Type R is capable of over 170 mph. [/quote]

Agree.  I don’t think the car makes much difference from a safety standpoint.  Bad drivers are going to be bad drivers and could kill themselves and others in any car.   She obv can’t legally drive it until she has a valid license.  You can also choose to not let her drive it at all on your parenting time- if that is what you want to do.

Spouse insures the car.  If you would otherwise be ok with her having a car and driving, I think the right thing to do is contribute a reasonable amount to car insurance, not necessarily half since it will be much more, but I think somewhere around $200 per month is what it would be if you were covering half the cost of any car a teen is driving.  You may also want to look at umbrella insurance.  Just because dad bought the car and holds the insurance for it, she is still your child and you could be held legally liable if she damages property or hurts someone. [/quote]

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