How can a teen make money?

I'm 16 and I want to buy a car. I'm that kind of person who isn't going to buy the first one I see for sale. I'm also not looking for flashy. The car I want is a little expensive. I want a 2010-12 Ford Taurus Limited AWD. The price on this car ranges from $12,000-$20,000. My parents can't buy it for me because they aren't rich. I wouldn't let them anyway. I want to buy it myself. I'm going to get a part-time job and start saving. That will bring me a little over $100 per week if I work every day so, that would be about $6,000-$7,000 in a year. What else could I do to make the money so I could buy it?

Added (1). I know it's an expensive car but, I would be saving over a year and a half. I want a newer car because it might be better than an older car.

I don't know if you are familiar with any sports, but I've found that officiating sports is a great way to make money, I work during the summer and referee hockey during the winter, I usually make $100-$250 per weekend, and becoming certified as an official of almost any sport isn't that hard. If you're interested, contact your local official supervisor of the sport of your choice and they will explain the process of becoming certified. Usually a good idea to only officiate sports you've played or watched extensively because you will already be familiar with the rules.

Sorry, but maybe when you are 21 you can afford this car. [You have to be at least over 18 to buy a car, unless you pay cash.] You forgot repairs (hopefully minimal), car insurance (very expense), and money to go on dates with the girls you hope to impress with this car. You might also be considering college or trade school, and those cost money, too.

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