Brandon Posted January 1, 2006 Share Posted January 1, 2006 Alright, I'm assuming I'm going to have around $4000-5000 to spend on a car. I'd guess in this range theyd all be beater-upers. Are these cars really going to fall apart super quickly? My parents keep telling me that your bound to have tons of problems and such. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AltecXP Posted January 1, 2006 Share Posted January 1, 2006 beat upers ia liek 1-2k lol you can get some decent cars for 5k that may have LOTS of mils but still nice condition. you will have LESS problems if you get a manual over an automatice transmission Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lanky Posted January 1, 2006 Share Posted January 1, 2006 You can easily get something reasonable for 4-5000 that's not gonna fall apart. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Galley Posted January 1, 2006 Share Posted January 1, 2006 Yeah, a beater is only gonna cost $1-2K. You can get a fairly sweet ride for $5K. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TruBD Posted January 1, 2006 Share Posted January 1, 2006 yea you can get a decent car for that much. do have any interests as of yet on what you are looking to buy? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brandon Posted January 1, 2006 Author Share Posted January 1, 2006 Well somthing good with gas/milage ratio :) I "had" an interest in one of the mini-suv type things such as the Subaru Forrester, Ford Escape but they are probably way too expensive, so really any car. Prefered 4 doors though, but a 2 door would also work i guess. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
couture Posted January 1, 2006 Share Posted January 1, 2006 Have you considered a Ford focus, or even a Hyundai? You could always go with the general cars, I'm sure you can get a decent civic or corolla for under 5k. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TruBD Posted January 1, 2006 Share Posted January 1, 2006 have u tried looking at a old camry or maxima, those cars are known for reliability. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vancity001 Posted January 1, 2006 Share Posted January 1, 2006 I got my Jetta for $2200 Canadian, and in 6 months havent had to do anything but an oil change. Just remember, sometimes its better to get an older car in good shape, than a newer car thats been driven hard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hifive Posted January 1, 2006 Share Posted January 1, 2006 I got a 98 V6 Camry with only 60,000 miles on it for $6,000. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kombolcha Posted January 1, 2006 Share Posted January 1, 2006 have u tried looking at a old camry or maxima, those cars are known for reliability. a hell yes to that one.. those two cars are great! you can def find mid 90's models for under $5.. i think cars are a lot cheaper outside of california too.. i know a lot of folks here who drive out to texas and buy cars for about $3,000 less that it would cost them to buy it here even with a good deal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brandon Posted January 2, 2006 Author Share Posted January 2, 2006 What should I be looking for when i see the car? I've seen autotrader.com for finding cars (any other places?) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shockz Posted January 2, 2006 Share Posted January 2, 2006 I got a 95 Chrysler LHS back in August for $3100... loaded with leather, sunroof, and v6. Low miles (for a 95 - 65,000) and haven't had the slightest problem with it yet. I love the car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ridgeburner Posted January 2, 2006 Share Posted January 2, 2006 Damn I got my first car (86 eldorado) for $400! Im not forgetting a zero, four hundred dollars :yes: Still have it too, runs like a champ. All i had to do was fix some minor things to pass inspection (put about $300 into it) and it runs beautifully! only 35k miles on the engine too :ninja: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AltecXP Posted January 2, 2006 Share Posted January 2, 2006 (edited) Look around for a Ford ZX2 (escort) I get 42mpg highway, hold 4 people, 50k on the clock and it hasnt let be down in 6yrs now. I know others that are over 200k and running strong. It almost the same motor as the Focus but has NONE of the recalls. You could probably get a 01-03 for around 5k. It's also just as quick as a Focus SVT with minor modifications(under $600), and will handle like it for another $350. I've also taken mine to 135MPH, and my friend ran a 15.3 1/4 in it (I cant drive for hell) if that matters to you. I have a manual however. When you see a car you like, test drive it, see if you like the ride/feel of the car, check under the hood/car for any leaks, and make sure everything works (a/c, radio, ect..) listen for any odd sounds. Edited January 2, 2006 by AltecXP Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doolop Posted January 2, 2006 Share Posted January 2, 2006 beater uppers are 100 dollers or less Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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