I feel your pain, but the deal was for a one year lease only, not a "free" truck. If you're smart enough to be a web designer, you must have been able to save a little cash for a down payment. If you live within your means, you can afford almost anything you want. Get rid of cable and the phone. I won't say how much I make but it's not much at all, but I managed to pay off a new Harley in 1 year, and I can afford the payments on a new truck. Do you really need a full size four door truck? Kia makes a reliable car for less than $10,000 that will take you anywhere (I'm not trying to be funny). I'm sure when you turn in the leased vehicle the dealer will work with you on some reliable transportation. I've got some nice things by living within my means and have NEVER taken a hand out from anyone (except dad once but I paid him back). I just don't believe in handouts, and I laways pay my own way. If I can't afford it, I don't get it.