Indiana law requires that you have your license, car registration and proof of car insurance with you at all times while driving. If you are ever stopped by a police officer, stay in your car and have your license and car registration ready to give to the officer, who will come to your car. You can buy a new or used car from dealers or private individuals. What and from whom you want to buy depends entirely on your budget and the type of car that you are interested in. Please keep in mind that, just as in any other country, there are people who will try to sell you a car that may be damaged in some way.
New cars are usually beyond the budget of most students.
Nonetheless, you may be lucky enough to be able to afford one. New cars are a big investment and if you decide to buy one, you may be making one of the more important decisions of your college life. When you visit the car dealership, avoid falling in love with the first car you see. Do not let dealers and salespeople impair your ability to make a rational decision. Look around on Sundays, when dealerships are not allowed to sell cars, and you can compare different models, features and prices without pressure.