Floyd, id like your job for a year.
I got started by installing head units, full systems, building boxes and installing phone systems for friends, family and the next in high school. i knew electronics was my game.
i took the quick route, Devry in Atlanta and have ended up where i expected, things going sweet.
my bimmer was a $1 purchase. im not sure where my money will land when it comes time for a new car yet. im thinking an S4 would suite me best, but who knows.