I'm not a financial advisor but I do play one on the internet. If you're footing the bill yourself, as a first car you're better off going with something reasonable that isn't going to carry hefty insurance. With the camaro at 18 your insurance will be very high and then add to that any speeding tickets or fender benders and you're looking at enough money to have insured at least 2 of the other cars on your list if not more. You might also want to consider financing a used car since the payments will be low and insurance will also be lower, plus you will own it and not have to worry about fees at the end of a lease or finding a new car you don't necessarily need. If you go with a reasonable option now, it will be easier to get the toy you want down the line.