YACT - Buying advice

[Kyteland]

My poor '89 Buick was totalled three weeks ago when I left it parked on the street over the weekend, a hit and run. I've had that thing since college and it still had a good 5 years in it. Oh well. I tried the whole I-live-in-the-city-and-can-get-away-without-a-car thing for a while but I'm prety much over that now. It's time for a new (or new-to-me) car.

I'm not interested in a suv/truck/van and will probably end up in a 4-door of some sort, but I haven't really been paying attention to what's out there. Any recommendations?

 

[compnovice]

What's your budget?

 

[mitaiwan82]

Can't go wrong with a Civic or Corolla if you just want a compact sedan to get around.

 

[Kyteland]

Originally posted by: compnovice
What's your budget?

$50,000 is too much. $2,000 is too little. I'm a lot of help, I know.

I'm 27, single and need a car. I'm probably looking more in the $25k-$30k range right now.

 

[Pastore]

lol, 89' Buick to a rather expensive car? In that price range you can pretty much get whatever you want.

 

[Riverhound777]

Mazdaspeed 3

 

[Pastore]

Buy zomb13's 330ci

 

[Kyteland]

Originally posted by: Pastore
lol, 89' Buick to a rather expensive car? In that price range you can pretty much get whatever you want.

That's the point. That Buick was going to last me forever, but someone ruined the fun. Now that I actually make money (as opposed to my stint in college) it's time to get a real car.

But I don't know what I want, because that Buick was supposed to last me forever.

Originally posted by: Pastore
Buy zomb13's 330ci

SoCal is a long way from Chicago....

 

[Pastore]

Originally posted by: Kyteland

Originally posted by: Pastore
lol, 89' Buick to a rather expensive car? In that price range you can pretty much get whatever you want.

That's the point. That Buick was going to last me forever, but someone ruined the fun. Now that I actually make money (as opposed to my stint in college) it's time to get a real car.

But I don't know what I want, because that Buick was supposed to last me forever.

Originally posted by: Pastore
Buy zomb13's 330ci

SoCal is a long way from Chicago....

Ship it... Or take a week off and have a hell of a road trip.

 

[mitaiwan82]

Originally posted by: compnovice
I'm probably looking more in the $25k-$30k range right now.

In that case, I'd recommend these for a new car:
Subaru Legacy GT
Mazdaspeed6
Acura TSX

and gently used cars I'd recommend:
Infiniti G35
BMW 3-series
Lexus IS300
Acura TL

 

[ViviTheMage]

Originally posted by: Kyteland

Originally posted by: Pastore
lol, 89' Buick to a rather expensive car? In that price range you can pretty much get whatever you want.

That's the point. That Buick was going to last me forever, but someone ruined the fun. Now that I actually make money (as opposed to my stint in college) it's time to get a real car.

But I don't know what I want, because that Buick was supposed to last me forever.

Originally posted by: Pastore
Buy zomb13's 330ci

SoCal is a long way from Chicago....

tell him to knock of a couple grand and you will fly down there.

 

[LordMorpheus]

Originally posted by: Kyteland
My poor '89 Buick was totalled three weeks ago when I left it parked on the street over the weekend, a hit and run. I've had that thing since college and it still had a good 5 years in it. Oh well. I tried the whole I-live-in-the-city-and-can-get-away-without-a-car thing for a while but I'm prety much over that now. It's time for a new (or new-to-me) car.

I'm not interested in a suv/truck/van and will probably end up in a 4-door of some sort, but I haven't really been paying attention to what's out there. Any recommendations?

You've had your '89 buick, time to upgrade to a newer land barge.

1996-1997 Lincoln Town Car.

You'll love it.

 

[Dr. Detroit]

Dodge Charger
Chevy Impala
Ponitac G6
Saturn Aura
Lincoln MKZ


TSX is a whiny 4cyl
Legacy has uncomfortable seats

With American cars you stand apart, they have style ,and very good power.

 

[50cent1228]

i say get a civic

 

[batmang]

Originally posted by: Kyteland

Originally posted by: compnovice
What's your budget?

$50,000 is too much. $2,000 is too little. I'm a lot of help, I know.

I'm 27, single and need a car. I'm probably looking more in the $25k-$30k range right now.

the mazdaspeed3. best car for the money. space, fast, looks good, reliable.

 

[desy]

Why ask here?
You'll be buying new with that kind of money, go for some test drives ,have some fun!!
Then when you decide what you might like go back loaded with dealer invoicing and deal deal deal

 

[jagec]

I dunno, get something unique, like a used Jaguar or something. Just make sure you can do your own work on it first.

 

[chusteczka]

Cheap
Chevrolet Aveo Invoice Price | without A/C $9,500 | with A/C $12,500 (manual transmission for both)
Hyundai Accent | MSRP $12,400 with A/C and manual transmission

Cheap mid-level
Hyundai Elantra 2006 MSRP about $15,000 - $1000 manufacturer rebate - other discounts

Fancy mid-level
Honda Fit
Honda Civic | MSRP around $18,500
Hyundai Elantra (2007 model)

Hyundai is designing their cars after the successful Hondas. The new Hyundai Elantra is redesigned to be similar to the Honda Civic. With a Hyundai you get the looks, the quality, the warranty, and the price.

There are extra 2006 Hyundai Elantras on the lots right now with good discounts. It is not a fancy car but may be something you are willing to look into.

The new Honda Civic is an excellent looking car.

I just purchased a Chevrolet Cobalt 2006 with A/C, manual transmission, and base trim for $12,500 plus taxes, title, registration, and extended warranty, which brought it all up to $14,500.

 

[isekii]

Originally posted by: ViviTheMage

Originally posted by: Kyteland

Originally posted by: Pastore
lol, 89' Buick to a rather expensive car? In that price range you can pretty much get whatever you want.

That's the point. That Buick was going to last me forever, but someone ruined the fun. Now that I actually make money (as opposed to my stint in college) it's time to get a real car.

But I don't know what I want, because that Buick was supposed to last me forever.

Originally posted by: Pastore
Buy zomb13's 330ci

SoCal is a long way from Chicago....

tell him to knock of a couple grand and you will fly down there.

The Free Maintainance is almost up on that, and whatever problems that may arise will be out of your pocket