I live in CT. I am in desperate need of a new car but I don't have a lot of money......?

Question

I have a 1999 Nissan Quest (in pretty bad shape) to trade in.
What would be the cheapest minivan or SUV with third row seats I could lease or buy with payments at or under $200.00 a month?? Taking into account, I want it to be safe too!
I am thinking new car or showroom model or demo car. Preferably not previously owned.
Thanks.

I can probably get between $1000 and $1500 for my Quest on a trade-in.

Answer 1

i dont know which car is cheaper but speaking from recent experience i will say shop shop and shop. DOnt listen to any dealer or sign anything until you have shopped and gone back to each dealer and told them what you found and even after that pretend you dont want the car and proceed to walk out and they will change their mind and magically lower it. What financing dont take the first interest rate deal given to you. DIsagree and it also may lower. Walk out if not in your budget. Make sure you read everything before you sign and better yet take it home and read first and then come back. Dont let them let you take the car home until everything is complete because you might get attached. The best thing i will say is shop for a month and research other alternatives. But most importantly i know you need a new car now but dont sign any deal unless it is the best you can get. They will rip you off. Also dont finance through the dealer. If you can avoid this then do so. Use credit union or your personal bank.

Answer 2

I don`t think you can find what you are looking for unless you have at least 1K plus your Nissan. Good luck. The best thing to do is get pre approved at your bank. That makes it easier you all ready have the financing set up. No rip off at dealer. They will take you for a ride if they can.