$20K-$22K new car?...$11K-$14K used? UPDATE: Purchased

[LordThing]

Originally posted by: isekii
You can get a Lexus IS300 01 with liek 30k miles for 21-22ish

I think they're offering special financing too on used vehicles.. not to mention awesome customer service

N/A Supra Engine ( solid as a rock )
Awesome Customer Service
Proven reliability
RWD

Now you are defeating the purpose of buying used. He wants used and to save the money. Take your BMW, Lexus, Mercedes lovin butt outta here.

 

[BigSmooth]

Even though the 0% financing deals do close the gap somewhat, used cars are still the better choice financially. As others have said, you should be able to get a much better APR than 7.5 unless you have poor credit.

 

[TheNinja]

Originally posted by: LordThing

Originally posted by: isekii
You can get a Lexus IS300 01 with liek 30k miles for 21-22ish

I think they're offering special financing too on used vehicles.. not to mention awesome customer service

N/A Supra Engine ( solid as a rock )
Awesome Customer Service
Proven reliability
RWD

Now you are defeating the purpose of buying used. He wants used and to save the money. Take your BMW, Lexus, Mercedes lovin butt outta here.

Hmm, now i'm getting excited about that maybe I should just blow all my cash...how much would a good used 1998-2000 used BMW 5 series run me? IF it is low 20s that is awfully tempting as well, but I guess not to practical for me.

 

[BigSmooth]

A 5-Series would be pushing it. You'd be looking at a '98 or MAYBE '99 528 if you wanted to stay in the low 20's.

 

[isekii]

but the insuranceon that would be killer..
Lexus insurance isn't that high ... and especially if you ahve a clean record that helps as well..

 

[vi edit]

Originally posted by: Syringer
Grand Prix GTP. Supercharged 3.8 L V6, 240 Hp, 280 lb*ft torque, and lots of room.

That's my vote as well

(Or a Regal GS if you want a bit more luxury and more subdued look)

 

[TallBill]

you can get a 98 lexus cl-300 for about 20-21k .. those are sweet cars

 

[isekii]

Originally posted by: TallBill
you can get a 98 lexus cl-300 for about 20-21k .. those are sweet cars

SC dummy

and those have the same engine as the IS300 and GS300

2JZ-GE
RWD

 

[Moonbeam]

95 and up Cadillac DeVille. I love my car and paid under your range. Car is perfect. What a freeway ride.

 

[isekii]

Originally posted by: Moonbeam
95 and up Cadillac DeVille. I love my car and paid under your range. Car is perfect. What a freeway ride.

hehe those things are tanks..
my friend's parents have a Seville and my friend takes it out from time to time.
Wow it's so heavy and you can feel it .. but it moves around so effortlessly

 

[Engineer]

Originally posted by: Viper GTS
Definitely go for a nice late model used car.

Depreciation is a bitch, let some idiot take the hit.

Viper GTS

Some great deals on new cars going on right now...especially if you (or someone you know) works for Chrysler or a supplier (like me).

Invoice - 1% - $1,000 - Any other incentives...

For me (today): 2003 Durango SXT: Sticker $32,165...paid: $22,745....No questions (this price doesn't include trade-in's or cash down!)...talk about getting the price down below depreciation with no dickering involved!

Good Luck!

 

[TheNinja]

Update...and cheap insurance too

 

[Vette73]

Originally posted by: Staley8
Ok this is a little broad but I'm going to be getting a new car in the next coupld of weeks. I'm still debating on whether to spend around $20k-$22k on a new car and get a good APR. Or let someone else take the first depreciation hit and get a nice used car for $11k-14K. I'm looking for a decent 4 door car that is a comfortable ride, good interior room, decent gas mileage, looks decent too. Something like an Accord, Camry, Altima. I'd like to buy american car if possible but this is not crucial (and yes I realize the cars I listed are not american). Is the Impala any good? Anyway if you have ideas on whether to go new or used or even better if you have thoughts or experiences on this type of car I'd be extremely glad to hear it.

UPDATE 5/27 @ 6:00PM PST - I bought the 2000 Impala LS Sedan it handles great for a large family car and has 200 HP well getting decent gas mileage. I also think it looks a lot more sporty and more bad-ass than most honda accords and toyota camrys. I do have to bring it back this weekend to put the sliding Moonroof in the top. I didn't plan on buying so quickly but if you know what you want, no sense in waiting. Thanks for the tips everyone, we'll see how it turns out.

Good choice.

The 3.8L motor will last forever if you keep up with oil changes and all the other maintaince.


Was the $14000 a firm price or you get it lower??

 

[dman]

you've got double http://'s in your link.

Congratulations on the new car.

 

[WinkOsmosis]

Hhashahaahha you bought an Impala!!

 

[TheNinja]

Originally posted by: Marlin1975
Good choice.

The 3.8L motor will last forever if you keep up with oil changes and all the other maintaince.


Was the $14000 a firm price or you get it lower??

I agree on the 3800 motor. That was a big selling point for me as my old car had that same motor, a 1992 and never a problem, and I always hear good reviews on that thing. And yes I was able to talk him down some and get a power sliding moon roof put in at their expense. Now I just have to hope all the millions of little extras/electronics in that thing hold up, all these features are nice to have but it is also more stuff to break. Oh well, gotta have fun with it.

Also to DMAN....thanks, I fixed the link, and thanks for the congrats too.

 

[BigSmooth]

Well, the Impala was a good choice money-wise. I hope you are happy with your new car!