What is good practical first car for a boy?

Question

OMG, what to choose? Ok, now, we don't want a super fast car and of course not a new one for an inexperience driver.
But, there is so many to choose from and we are looking for something safe, practical, not too geeky looking, and would be good for a first time driver.
This is for our son who is small in height. I believe he is only about 5'3" and weighs only 85lbs.
He is at the age of getting his license.
I looked at Honda Accords, but don't see a crash rating for it.
We are looking to ONLY spend about $1500. When he is more experienced, THEN he can get whatever he wants with his own money.
Any sites for "for sale by owner's"? I keep pulling up car dealers in my area.
Need input on car makes and safety.
THANKS!! :-)

Answer 1

honda civics,chevy cavaliers,hondas last for ever,just be sure to replace the timing belt ,that is key

Answer 2

A honda Civic. Those things take a beating.

Answer 3

if hes only 16 iguess you should get him an old safe hatchback like a VAUXHALL or a MINI or aVOLKSWAGEN agood idea should be a vw golf or polo or maybe a golf GTI MK2orMK3 but all the golf GTI s say they go 290 kmh when they go 230kmh and they accel pretty slow or maybe a beetle ause thats pretty slow and cheap

Answer 4

first check www.autotrader.com and enter in your relevant info thatd pull up whats in your area,an the price. have you considered a small truck like a dakota,or ranger. simple fact is because its a truck it will be safer to drive cause of its construction,also the heavier weight of it will be less fun to hotdog it.

Answer 5

I used to have a '91 accord and it was probably my favorite car ever.

Answer 6

a tank