Whats a good car to buy?

Question

im not rich

Answer 1

Shop for a "pre-owned" Toyota. I have been using Toyotas for over 20 years and found them to be very reliable and a real pleasure to drive. Their Corolla, lower level modal, obviously is smaller and not the same car as a Cressida, but is still 'Toyoda reliable'. My organization, working overseas in Asia, used Toyotas as its stock model so I've had plenty of experience driving them under tough conditions.
If budget is a concern, comparision shop with Honda to see which is the better deal and most comfortable for you. Good luck.

Answer 2

There are good opportunities there, you have to look (and of course know a good honest mechanic, a miracle). As somebody said before, start with a good banger, but keep it until it dies. Ford Escort or Cavalier can be cheap. Fix it up (I always change the timing belt in any old car I own) Then you save money and can buy a newer car.

American cars are easier and cheaper to fix. VW are expensive to fix. Some imports have millions of miles and are overpriced, so don't buy the first thing you see or like.

You are never going to make money of a car, but you can have low expenses.

Answer 3

Bellyup,
A car is a depreciating liability ( something that goes down in value while you owe money on it). Smart people buy cars they can afford on cash. Start with a 3000$ sleeper drive and save for a year. Sell the car take your savings buy a 5000$ sleeper. Repeat (drive and save cash), (sell and add savings ) ( buy a 8000$ sleeper - cash) Repeat.
Did you know the average car loan is 6 yrs at 380$ mth. ? National Assoc.Automobile Dealers fact.
You take that payment invest in a IRA , leave it alone you have near 1,000,000 $ in your fifties. That is why smart folks pay cash.
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Answer 4

Toyota Camry or Honda Accord between 2001-now. Both cars are reliable and maintaining doesnt cost a lot.

Answer 5

i just recently bought a honda element, and i love it, its capable of going anywhere and it has many features, its no ordinary car..i call it the child of the famous hummer. great for off-roads or a nice family stroll on the high way, it could be rugged yet luxurious..oh yeah and its great on fuel, saves me a great deal of money, i mean with the fuel cost rising...i will recommend this car to anyone who asks..you have to put it to the test, in order to appreciate it..and many more. and the best thing about this car, its below $30,000. maybe lower after financing.

Answer 6

If you want something reliable, then go for a toyota or a honda. They last the longest!

Try the Honda Civic. It is a great car.

Answer 7

go with a used honda civic maybe around year 1999-2000. they are good compact cars, GREAT on mileage, ride fine, and should be a good price for your range.

Answer 8

Anything Japanese. I've had both foreign and domestic, and by far, the Japanese imports have required less maintenance and have been far more reliable.