thanks for the replies guys,
im definatley going to do an apprenticeship first thing next year, i just cant decide what direction i wanna follow.
the main reason i havent looked at an apprenticeship just yet is purely money issues, in my current situation i cant afford 1st year wages wich is why i will be starting one next year.
i want to do a mechanical apprenticeship but i dont wanna destroy my enjoyment i get from cars, are any of you guys mechanics by trade and still get excited to work on your own car?
thanks again for all your suggestions and thoughts