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Best new (or almost new car) for $25k or less?
- Thread starter krwell
- Start date
Why not test drive one of Edmund's Editors' Most Wanted Vehicles for 2002?
First Drive: 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis
First Drive: 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis
- Yeah, we know: the Mercury Grand Marquis is just a fleet car, or a mode of transport for seniors, especially those living in a Florida retirement community.
Think again. The new 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis may not be the sexiest car on the road, but for under $30,000, it is a terrific deal. Even if you're not driving to a canasta game or to the early-bird special at the Loaded Plate buffet, you'll enjoy its sumptuous ride, commodious interior, vibrant powertrain and surprisingly dynamic handling..."
mAdD INDIAN
Diamond Member
you know y-pipes are only for V-engined cars! tsk..tsk...you need a titanium downpipe wiht regulated valves for maximum flow.
carbon fiber flywheel? You know the hardcore racers get carbonfibre axles/halfshafts with a 6-bolt posi-trac differential bolted to the front!
in all seriousness, a Maxima, WRX, used Supra all sound like a good choice depending on what you want.
PsychoAndy
Lifer
seconded.
ViperMagic
Platinum Member
I agree with Ornery!
MomAndSkoorbaby
Diamond Member
Thirded. 😛
A really terrific idea...I would! Thus far, our maxima, albeit with 5 speed manual, is amazing! 🙂
OS
Lifer
Originally posted by: rbloedow
That survey is IMMENSLY overrated.
Heh, that's what fanboys in the losing camp always say. Back in the day it was the domestic fanboys. I guess it's the nissan camp these days.
At any rate, I don't believe it's without merit when you take it for what it measures, a general review of build quality in the first 3 months of ownership. It won't predict how likely your powertrain will break in five years, but it will measure how likely you are to encounter things like poorly fitted interior/exterior parts, rattles, creaks, poor paint quality, etc.
If you really want a bargain, a LOT of bang for the buck, there is a big plus to buying a grandpa-mobile. Since they're not in great demand, the price for a used one is reasonable. Since they're usually not owned by lead foot punks, they're generally not beat on either. My wife snagged this 1999 with 30K on the odometer for $13,000 out the door and it's loaded. IMO, they look pretty decent with the red exterior and alloy rims too!
Ryan
Lifer
Originally posted by: OS
Heh, that's what fanboys in the losing camp always say. Back in the day it was the domestic fanboys. I guess it's the nissan camp these days. At any rate, I don't believe it's without merit when you take it for what it measures, a general review of build quality in the first 3 months of ownership. It won't predict how likely your powertrain will break in five years, but it will measure how likely you are to encounter things like poorly fitted interior/exterior parts, rattles, creaks, poor paint quality, etc.Originally posted by: rbloedowThat survey is IMMENSLY overrated.
Trust me - I'm far from a fanboy. I just don't think you can judge what car is best for your money based on a survey. Honestly, nothing one the internet can compare to actually testing the car yourself. I used to own a Maxima, and my father currently ownes a 2k2 GLE. From my experiences with them, I can honestly say that I would have no problem reccomending as one of the best cars for under 25k (used).
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