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Posted: 10/2/2005 6:47:24 PM EDT
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I wuold think any of the Hondas would be great. I'd put my money on a used Honda before ANY Dodge/Chrysler.
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Posted: 10/2/2005 6:47:33 PM EDT
[#2]
Any of those Hondas over the Dodge anyday.
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Posted: 10/2/2005 6:47:48 PM EDT
[#3]
Toyota Celica.
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Posted: 10/2/2005 6:47:59 PM EDT
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I like Honda's but I'd think you would do good to consider the Toyota Corolla also. pretty comparable to the Civic and just as reliable. Forget the Neon.
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Posted: 10/2/2005 6:48:47 PM EDT
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+1 Accords and Civics, when properly maintained, are on average some of the most reliable reaonably-priced cars (along with the Toyota Camry and Corolla). |
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Posted: 10/2/2005 6:52:02 PM EDT
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The trick is, with the Hondas, particularly the Civic, they are inexpensive to start out with. Often times they are bought by people who are, well, cheap. They don't care about their cars and don't maintain them.
If you're not in a serious pinch, take your time, and look around. I'm sure there are some cherry used Hondas in great condition that are within your price range simply due to depriciation. |
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Posted: 10/2/2005 6:54:29 PM EDT
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I will add the Camery and Corrolla to the list.
How much can you expect the celica to increase your insurance rates, because its a generally more agressive looking car, and its a coupe. I'm paying 120 a month for collision insurance on a 90 accord. I'm gonna have to insure both the car and collision insurance against other cars. I'm just wondering what kind of difference we are talking about because this will be only my second car. |
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Posted: 10/2/2005 6:55:33 PM EDT
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My daughter has a neon. Avoid them like the plauge.
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Posted: 10/2/2005 6:56:04 PM EDT
[#9]
Hondas, Volvos, Subarus
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Posted: 10/2/2005 7:08:20 PM EDT
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2 years ago I picked up a 2001 Saturn SC2 with 24k miles on it for $8,600 (base price). I added some stuff on and plus tax and stuff it came to $11000.
I love this car. Call around to Saturn dealerships...they automatically lower the asking price of used cars on the lot based on how long they've been there...the other ones that were the same model and year but more miles were STARTING at about $11k...so I lucked out something serious. Anyway...Saturn builds a great car, and the SC/SL cars that still use the Saturn engine are real good, Satrun had a real strong block on those engines, last forever. It can get very close to 40MPG on the highway. With my driving habits it's about 28-30MPG highway. |
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Posted: 10/2/2005 7:14:46 PM EDT
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Posted: 10/2/2005 7:15:28 PM EDT
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What about mitsubishi anyone got any experience with them? Are they as reliable as the other japanese cars?
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Posted: 10/2/2005 7:46:27 PM EDT
[#13]
Don't forget the TDI. My '02 Golf gets low 40s for mileage around town, and 50 on the highway. But with any VW, I'd make sure they have maintenance records. |
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Posted: 10/2/2005 7:52:56 PM EDT
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Rides like a broken skateboard, does it? |
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Posted: 10/2/2005 7:57:44 PM EDT
[#15]
1. Honda
2. Toyota |
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Posted: 10/2/2005 7:58:52 PM EDT
[#16]
I have a civic, but I lust after Preludes.
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Posted: 10/2/2005 7:59:52 PM EDT
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I have one for ten years - put gas in the tank, changed the oil every 4,000 miles, the tires every 40,000 miles, and the brakes and battery at 60,000 miles. It was a good little car and was really cheap for an enlisted newlywed to keep. |
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Posted: 10/2/2005 8:00:46 PM EDT
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another car to consider is a GEO Prizm, basically a rebadged Toyota Corolla but can be gotten for much cheaper cause of it's brand
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Posted: 10/2/2005 8:02:09 PM EDT
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That was easy. I would go for the Camry. For 10k you should be able to find a decent '99 or '00. |
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Posted: 10/2/2005 8:02:28 PM EDT
[#20]
Hyundai?
I would avoid civic and corolla. look at the slightly larger and reasonably comfortable accord or camry. |
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Posted: 10/2/2005 8:04:14 PM EDT
[#21]
Toyota Camry or Honda Accord get LEs if available little better performance-wise.
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Posted: 10/2/2005 8:06:26 PM EDT
[#22]
Scion Xa or Xb. Made by Toyota and get 38 mpg
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Posted: 10/2/2005 8:10:13 PM EDT
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How about a "good" condition 1992 3000GT for $2200? Red, runs great, needs some cosmetic touch ups.
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Posted: 10/2/2005 8:29:30 PM EDT
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wheres the subaru impreza rs on that list? 99 coupe with decent mileage should be under 10k and when you get some money you can do a swap with a wrx engine/tranny
I would cross the GTI off the list unless you went with a mk3 body style. Mk4s are full of problems. anything earlier than 99.5 should be good to go. |
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Posted: 10/2/2005 8:29:32 PM EDT
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In general, mitsubishi is not quite as reliable as Honda, Toyota and Mazda (and their luxury divisions, obviously). Mitsubishi has been VERY close to bankruptcy several times in the last few years - and were bailed out at the last minute by banks/investors. |
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Posted: 10/2/2005 8:30:52 PM EDT
[#26]
Read the sig to see what I don't recommend.
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Posted: 10/2/2005 8:42:57 PM EDT
[#27]
Scion tC, nice sporty lil car made by toyota
 i just bought one, waiting on the dealer to install all the options |
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Posted: 10/2/2005 8:48:37 PM EDT
[#28]
God damn, a sparty with some sense. This is a great suggestion. The Scions are a great deal. Toyota without the expensive badge. A year or 2 year old Scion will last you year and will cost $10k or less depending on the model. |
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Posted: 10/2/2005 9:09:33 PM EDT
[#29]
I have a friend who bought a TC and HATES it!! |
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Posted: 10/2/2005 9:14:11 PM EDT
[#30]
im sure you can say that for damn near any car.
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Posted: 10/2/2005 9:17:14 PM EDT
[#31]
At least it's not an XA or an XB. 
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Posted: 10/2/2005 10:18:23 PM EDT
[#32]
I dont think you will find any scions under 10k. They are relatively new cars. |
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Posted: 10/2/2005 10:28:10 PM EDT
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Toyota Camry, Honda Accord, Acura Legend, Lexus ES300, Pontiac Bonneville SSR.
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Posted: 10/2/2005 10:33:53 PM EDT
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I bought a used Accord, and my sister has a newer used Camry. Both are great cars. The only problem I've had is a broken ignition switch. Otherwise it runs like a top.
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Posted: 10/3/2005 9:18:05 AM EDT
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Tc aint bad, my sister has one. I think it shouldve cost about 3k less, thats all.
Chris, Loan rates are usually double at my credit union for used cars. my new car rate was 3.9. that was with a 700+ credit score and a 40K a year income. I remeber the used rate started at 7.9 |
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Posted: 10/3/2005 9:40:09 AM EDT
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Just go to Ebaymotors and see the mileage on some Hondas! There are quite a few with well over 100,000 miles and still going strong. heck there's some with 228,000 miles and I'm willing to bet are still pulling strong. I sold my Prelude with 187,000 and it was ROCK solid.
Ebay Preludes |
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Posted: 10/3/2005 9:40:49 AM EDT
[#37]
Saturns have excellent engines and can be found rather cheaply. My dad got 37mpg in his 96 auto sc1.
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Posted: 10/3/2005 10:03:19 AM EDT
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Go with whatever has the bets gas milage. Almost a no brainer given the price at the pumps. Odds are it'll end up being the Civic. If you have amechanic that can look the vehicle over for you prior to making the purchase to mak sure you're not going to be replacing anything in less than a year it might serve you well. You're interest rate is based on your credit rating. If you don't have much in terms of a credit record or worse if you're a deadbeat you can expect to pay a high rate. If not you should have little to no issues with an intrest rate. You might be better to try getting a personal loan through you bank than going through the loan guy at the dealer. It'll give you a little better negotiating power when you walkin with a check for $10k and say that's what you have and that's all you're paying. Otherwise they drag you around trying to make you pay for more than you planned on paying. ETA: Can you throw an update in the title when you get to the deciding point. I'd like to know what you end up getting but I don't want to have to keep reading all the side disucssions without knowing if there's actually news of your purchase. Thanks. |
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Posted: 10/3/2005 7:29:20 PM EDT
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Really? Why? Curious. |
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Posted: 10/3/2005 7:52:16 PM EDT
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Find someone that is a manager or mantenance man at a large apartment complex(they usually get to know every one there and all their personal buseness) weather they want to or not!!!!
There is allways an older person that just has to give up driving,and thier cars are allways serviced,and damn near pristine!!! Best I can do!!! Bob 
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Posted: 10/3/2005 8:28:45 PM EDT
[#41]
Be careful you don't end up with a "flood car" from NO.
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Posted: 10/3/2005 8:53:12 PM EDT
[#42]
how far are you from Ft Lewis? I know some bases have lots where people who are PCSing sell their rides for cheap.
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