re: Anyone buying new car during these times?

Instead of buying them a used car, I would give them either my wife's car or my car and buy a new one for Mom or Dad.

They would be more inclined to take care of it if it was in the family beforehand. I take care of my cars religiously. Although not certain, they would be less inclined to trash it.

Speaking from experience on how I was raised.

I was given a new car senior year of college. I felt the appreciation of earning it. I babied it throughout grad school and afterward. Had it for 11 years.