How to convince my dad into buying me a more expensive bike?

Question

I am a 13 year old boy and i need a new full sized bike. My dad doesn't like spending a lot of money on bikes. I am going to get a hard tail specialized bike for $649.00 He doesnt want to spend more than $400.00 I think. How can i convince him to get me a more expensive bike?

Answer 1

Make a chore rota and tell him you'll stick to it. That might convince him.

Get a paper route or do odd-jobs for your neighbours. It'll show him you're dedicated for that new bike.

Answer 2

Do not convince... It is very bad and sinful. I suggest you try and make your own money or save it up.. That way, you can get your expensive bike without convincing anybody.. Good luck with that.

Answer 3

Tom has the obvious answer. Work for the extra cost - make your dad proud of you instead of disappointed in you.

Answer 4

try to go half or give him the extra money by earning it or somthing

Answer 5

well you should beg and beg and beg until he gives in! it always works for me!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Answer 6

I have to side with the First National Bank of Dad.

Been there and done that with Junior.   I spent what I was willing to spend, if he wanted more, he had to earn it.  Especially since he had a habit of losing everything that wasn't firmly attached.  

At your age, he bought a used lawnmower and made a bunch of money over the summer.

Answer 7

Find work and try selling stuff you have that you don't need anymore or don't even know that you have XD (try selling your old bikes)