All great words of wisdom from everyone above. If you decide to go with 32 Krazy's idea with an agreement with your Dad; maybe add to it that 1.) You'll sign up and take a defensive driving school, and 2.) You'll wash,wax, and detail his ride each month for the next year........ Good luck. Worst case; you'll have that much more money when you turn 18, if you can wait. I know I couldn't have. At your age, each month seems to = 1 yr.
Also let him know that the Crossfire is built like a little tank; it really is super stout!