YACT: recommend a used car for $5k

[rh71]

Researching for a relative (college kid)... basic necessities:
- sedan
- japanese maker
- $5k limit

The rest is open... of course I looked up Accords/Civics first and even for a 10-year old car, they can be $5k. Is there something you could recommend that wouldn't be as old ? There's obviously many models that would qualify so...

In general, what's a good used car for that price ?

 

[quakefiend420]

<insert useless first post here>

 

[rh71]

I found a couple nice Eclipses but too small for him to haul family around when needed... I'm sure he would've loved it...

 

Originally posted by: rh71
I found a couple nice Eclipses but too small for him to haul family around when needed... I'm sure he would've loved it...

Yeah, I was going to suggest any DSM you could find in relatively good shape (even better if it was AWD). They seem like very fun little cars. I wanted one really bad in HS.

 

[iversonyin]

corolla? sentra? www.cars.com
www.autotrader.com
www.carsdirect.com

there isnt much of choices for $5000, for $7000 you can get a nice 98-99 accord.

 

[rh71]

how about a Subaru Outback ?

 

[iversonyin]

Originally posted by: rh71
how about a Subaru Outback ?

subarus are hard to find. they only make 200,000 of each models a year and the subaru owners tend to keep them

 

[rh71]

Originally posted by: iversonyin

Originally posted by: rh71
how about a Subaru Outback ?

subarus are hard to find. they only make 200,000 of each models a year and the subaru owners tend to keep them

I do see a few Outbacks and Legacys that fall into the price range... even a 2002 Lancer. Are they reliable ?

 

[b0mbrman]

Originally posted by: rh71
Researching for a relative (college kid)... basic necessities:
- sedan
- japanese maker
- $5k limit

The rest is open... of course I looked up Accords/Civics first and even for a 10-year old car, they can be $5k. Is there something you could recommend that wouldn't be as old ? There's obviously many models that would qualify so...

In general, what's a good used car for that price ?

Between the two you mentioned, I'd stick to looking for Accords as older Accords sell for less than older Civics. Older Sentras might be worth a look as well and you could probably find a higher mileage Protege.

If you're looking to get something from this millenium, it might be hard to find a car with low miles, in good condition, and of a Japanese make. In fact, if it weren't for that last criterion, a 2000+ Ford Focus or Escort would do very well for you.

 

[Juno]

Do not go for Eclipses. They are girly cars.

Go for Sentra or some Honda crap.

 

[ajayjuneja]

thumbs up on the old accord. Will never break on you! <-- used to own a 91 Honda Accord...

 

[sandman018]

Originally posted by: rh71

Originally posted by: iversonyin

Originally posted by: rh71
how about a Subaru Outback ?

subarus are hard to find. they only make 200,000 of each models a year and the subaru owners tend to keep them

I do see a few Outbacks and Legacys that fall into the price range... even a 2002 Lancer. Are they reliable ?

I'm drivng a 03 lancer as my daily driver, and I like em, although the ride is a bit rough imo

 

[Mr.IncrediblyBored]

Mazda Protege if you want something newer. Honda Accord if you're willing to go older. The late 90's Accords are good vehicles.

 

[jadinolf]

Originally posted by: jewno
Do not go for Eclipses. They are girly cars.

Really?

I had a '90 Plymouth Laser (aka Eclipse) and loved it.

I must be into girly cars because now I have a RAV4. :brokenheart:

 

[Aimster]

95 maxima.

 

[Chode Messiah]

lexus sc300 on ebay motors or vehix for about 8k also for 8k u can get a 3000gt, albiet not a fast one. For 8k u can get a lot more. If you make monthly payments, you can afford 8k.

 

[QuitBanningMe]

Sentra or older Maxima

 

[b0mbrman]

Originally posted by: Chode Messiah
lexus sc300 on ebay motors or vehix for about 8k also for 8k u can get a 3000gt, albiet not a fast one. For 8k u can get a lot more. If you make monthly payments, you can afford 8k.

Neither of those are sedans...nor very practical

 

[iversonyin]

Originally posted by: b0mbrman

Originally posted by: Chode Messiah
lexus sc300 on ebay motors or vehix for about 8k also for 8k u can get a 3000gt, albiet not a fast one. For 8k u can get a lot more. If you make monthly payments, you can afford 8k.

Neither of those are sedans...nor very practical

please see my sig

OP: looking for a practical sedan.
poster: why not make a monthly payment and get a fast coupe sport car?

duhh?

 

[cavemanmoron]

Originally posted by: quakefiend420
<insert useless first post here>

 

[sniperruff]

your options are the galant, altima, accord, camry, or even maxima ranging from 96' to 00' (mid-size), or the protege, corolla (prizm), civic, mirage, or maybe the ford focus (it's american)

of the ones i mentioned, my favorite is the maxima, but bear in mind that it drinks premium. so i'd look for a camry/accord or a newer altima (98' or newer). i'd also look into a 01- present hyundai elentra.

 

[AmdEmAll]

Honda Accord... it will last forever

 

[NutBucket]

Mine!

 

[psteng19]

Sentra or Altima due to lower resale than Civic/Accord/Camry/Corolla and similar reliability and good gas mileage.

 

[thechinesehero]

car newbs.. mitsubishi diamante.
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