2007-10-30 17:52:00 · 12 answers · asked by d00fus 2 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Buying & Selling
STAY AWAY FROM CAR DEALERSHIPS! You should buy your first car from a relative or a family friend. Buy something "Conservative" for your first, I mean 4 doors, clean inside and out, 3 to 8 years old with less than 50,000 miles driven. In good running condition, and ask why they are selling it. I bought my first from a relative who was about to trade it in on a new car and checked for cash price instead of trade in and sold it to me for the difference (Only $ 850.) A nice big air conditioned sedan 4 door so it was easy to take friends along too. I drove it five years with just oil changes every 3000 miles and one new set of tires, sold it to a neighbor for $ 1000 and he drove it four more years...And save up the cash before you buy, you will be paying $300 or more monthly for car insurance and a car payment on top of that takes all your spending cash !!!
Forget sporty cars until your over 28 years old and don't be concerned about gas mileage your increased monthly fuel bill is less than the extra you have to pay for insurance on a 2 door "Sporty" car.
By the way, Ladies only notice the car is clean and shining, not dirty and rusty, and the inside in clean and doesn't smell of smoke or worse..
2007-10-30 18:23:57 · answer #1 · answered by Dennis in Central Florida 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It would be best to buy a well used car that is not too expensive. If you have not had much previous experience in driving then go for a AT transmission otherwise go for a MT trans. A MT transmission will save you gas and give you more control over your car. Not many people know how to drive stick as well so if you are ever required to drive a MT transmission car you can help. A 4cyl car would be best for gas savings. It would be best to purchase a car in the mid 90's range that is not too old but not too expensive. It would be best to steer clear of dealerships unless you have done your homework on haggleing and what to look for in the condition of a car you are intrested. Find someone you can at least half way trust in a private seller or a relative and buy a car from them. Having a car fully paid off will help keep your insurance premiums low. Always test drive anything before you buy it. A clutch to a MT car has more wear and tear on it the further from the floor you have to raise it in order to get the car to move. When dealing with car salesmen it is best to haggle for a price much lower than you expect to buy the car for. A car for 1000.00, start haggleing at 500 or 600 and the dealer should meet you halfway or less. Do not be afraid to walk away from the deal if it is not in your favor and that may buy you a advantage in the haggle or keep you from wasteing money. Dealerships need to pay insurance on cars on their lot each month so it is best to try and squeeze a low price out of them at the end of the month before they have to pony up to the insurance company for unsold cars. Overall go used, someone you can trust, do you homework on the car you like or desire, and look into the signs of a bad car from others or the internet. Good Luck
2007-10-31 02:28:16 · answer #2 · answered by toller71 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would highly recommend a late 80s/early 90s Toyota Camry. I had a 1991 Camry that my ex and I bought new. We sold it just before our divorce 5 1/2 years ago; it had over 200,000 miles on it and was still going. Even now, I still see many of them on the road and they don't seem to be having too many issues. Gas mileage is great - 25 or better in the city; 30 or better on the highway. (I think our best was 33 mpg on the highway). Look for one that's been well cared for - it will be almost as good as a brand new car.
2007-10-31 00:57:31 · answer #3 · answered by wibelle37 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Find a good used Toyota. I like the 1994 Toyota Camry.
Some times you can find one with low miles on it (less than 100K) and well cared for. You have to look in the newspaper in the car ads and be the 1st one to jump on it. They sell really quick and I mean quick. Be the 1st one at the newspaper stand, and be the 1st one to call and go look at the used Toyota's immediately. Arrange to see the car immediately and go, go, go or it will be sold. True story.
2007-10-31 00:58:09 · answer #4 · answered by happydawg 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Any toyota is a great choice. BUt if you're in HS and under 18 you'll need parent or guardian help. You can't sign a contract.
2007-10-31 01:05:27 · answer #5 · answered by mree 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
nissan maxima-good body runs great my husband owns a used car lot alot of his cars have high miles and maxima's last. honda's often after many miles the engine may need to be replaced typically.
2007-10-31 01:04:10 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
anything that saves gas cuz u dont want to go on a low budget unless ur rich lol
2007-10-31 00:56:04 · answer #7 · answered by mvp_pimp23 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you can get it, buy a used honda or toyota.
2007-10-31 01:04:52 · answer #8 · answered by Sweet Web 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
a toyota camry[2004]
2007-10-31 01:18:25 · answer #9 · answered by taytenga 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you want style, can't beat a Pinto
2007-10-31 01:24:25 · answer #10 · answered by steve l 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋