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I'm getting my license very soon and have been stockpiling wealth, so I'm getting to that time where I'm supposed to be looking for my first car.
Since I have no real interest in motor vehicles, I thought I might turn to the loving advice of all of you automotive fanatics here at TL!
I expect the car to be 1 - 3 years old (I'm buying used), have very good gas mileage, below 80,000 miles, and cost somewhere around $7,000 - $11,000. I'd also like it to have decent acceleration and enough power to go uphill without getting 3+ poor bastards stuck trailing me. I don't care what it looks like (that is a lie).
Anybody with suggestions feel free to post here... car model, year, source, advice on selecting a used vehicle, etc all greatly appreciated.
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There's so many options with the things you want in a car. It seems you could be happy with a lot of different types of cars. Hmm... I don't know price ranges for cars very well so I'll let other people do the real talking. :O
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You're right, I could use a computer. Using this slate and chizel to send messages to TL.net is making my arm tired.
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dont get a ford :D thats all you need to know
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meh gewt a car, or else you cant go to strip clubs.
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'Freedom'... I like the sound of that. I have one question though... does it have enough storage space to fit my golf clubs?
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It just has enough room for beers for the golf round. You will need to hire a caddy for your golf bag. 
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get a toyota
they last for-fucking-ever, and the have pretty good gas milage
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do some test drives and check which car fits to your driving style
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vehix.com, your roadmap to the auto world!
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Maybe a used Toyota Camry? Black with beige interior so I can feel like a mobster
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On July 27 2004 01:51 Chris307 wrote:
Maybe a used Toyota Camry? Black with beige interior so I can feel like a mobster
Camry's are really nice cars. They have kickass A/C units in them, too. Finding one for that cheap only being a couple years old might be kind of hard, considering that brand new they are like $30,000, and they don't lose value super fast unless they have a ton of miles on them, which you don't want.
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Friend of mine just bought a new Camry, it was more like $21-22k. They are very nice cars. The Accord and Camry are very similar in terms of size and price, as are the Civic and Corolla. All four are solid choices. The problem with used Hondas and Toyotas is that their re-sale value drops very slowly with time (because they are so reliable, therefore higher demand in the used market).
Always check edmunds.com for the value of any car (new or used) before you think about buying it. That site has a lot of good information (I used it extensively before buying my first new car last year).
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It really depands on the car you want to buy, wether you want a sports version, 2 doors, or more of a luxurious car with 4 doors... With all the needs (1 - 3 years old, have very good gas mileage, below 80,000 miles, and to have a good acceleration) it will cost more than 11k.
I must say that a Toyota is a good car, but then again, toyota camry is expensive and I'm not sure you'll find a good camry with all the needs you need for that price (7k-11k), it will cost much more. Toyota tercel, is the cheapest of all toyotas (3k-6k), but the quality comes with the price, though I must admit they do last beyond 250 000km.
And last but not least, Toyota corolla. A corolla isn't to expensive, and it lasts even more than the tercel, but the acceleration is purely inexistant. I actually drove a friend's corolla on a highway (was going back to his house) and I felt the car couldn't take it anymore, though I must admit the clutch wasn't at its best (he had some problems with it), but iether way as I passed the 4th gear the car wouldn't go any faster, (you can litteraly forget about the 5th gear cause it's useless in that car).
I would recommend a Honda instead. Most likely a Civic 2001~2002. It has low milage, it has a decent acceleration (that is ofcourse if you drive a manual car but the 4V sucks though  ).
A honda accord is better than the civic in almost everyway, but it costs 15k-25k with all your needs.
Another good car that you might consider taking is a golf. You won't be able to afford a GTI though, but iether way a golf is a solid car, it has eveything you ask for, and it has a good acceleration (don't take 1.8L like the jettas, 2.2+ only, though I don't think it's easy to find a golf with 6V, but nonetheless they do exist, and they are far better and stronger cars than 4V. And the Price varies from 8k-13k, so it appeals to your budget.
I can't really think of any good cars right now, but if you need more info or maybe some pictures, or anything you can pm me I'll be more than glad to help (I love cars^^).
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You're first choice will be to buy it from a dealer or directly from the previous owner. The former choice will be more expensive but on a car only a few years old most dealerships will have warranty on it (especially if you buy, say, a used Toyota from a Toyota dealer etc). You can get more car for your money buying directly, but of course expose yourself to maintenence problems and no warranty to cover it.
Whatever you do, insist on taking the car to a mechanic of your choice and ask him to inspect the hell out of it. Even if this costs a bit of money to do, you'll regret it later in a big way if there's problems you could've known about.
I'd see what's available in your price range from checking ads in the newspaper or internet then buy a Consumer Digest (I think its called) for cars and see how cars from that model year do.
Not sure what to recommend for specific brands. I've had 3 cars and 1 truck in my life. a Honda, Ford, Toyota, and BMW. I had a ton of problems with the Honda and the least problems with the Ford. But obviously 1 car isn't much of a sample size 
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remember civics dont last a lot even though there good cars...sports car if you want to pay for more insurance..and etc.. and what kind of car would you like anyways maybe that will help us say brands :D
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If you have that money. Try to find an old Corvette. 1967-1973
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From Hovz : if you have 11k get the newest maxima se with low miles you can find. DONT buy a civic. if you know how to drive a stick get your maxima se with a manual because it is faster. the maximas are very good cars for the money. especially the se version. they will smoke your civic integra or any other cheap wannabe sports car. they are reliable, roomy and have a good ride. lots of low end torque for off the line power.
younghov17: also say this
younghov17: say dont buy a car with a salvaged title
younghov17: any used car you buy make sure you have a mechanic give ti a once over to make sure
younghov17: everything is as should be
younghov17: test drive it in a variety of situations
younghov17: highway, street driving etc.
younghov17: test every gear if its a manual
younghov17: check all power functions
younghov17: air conditioning
younghov17: inspect interior for any possible leaks
younghov17: check trunk and engine
younghov17: check fluid levels to see how well maintained the car is
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I'd definitely recommend sort sort of foreign car: Honda, Toyota, etc. They have the ability to literally run forever (200k+ miles) and have a nice resale value. Getting one that is 1-3 years old is probably out of your price range, but if you get one around 5-6 years, you won't be disappointed with the performance.
As for two or four doors: I'd go with 4. My first car was a 4 door and my second (current) is a 2 door with no backseat and from experience, I wish I would've gotten another 4 door. Sure my new car looks a lot sportier, but I can never drive people anywhere and can never fit anything in my car. Truthfully, it's not worth it to have a sporty car because of that. My next car purchase is going to be something with a back seat that can fit more than half a person in it.
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I'd say go with either a Toyota, Honda, or Nissan, I don't think you can really go wrong with those. I've hear LOTS of bad things about Fords/Chevys so I wouldn't recommend those. But yeah, like people said eariler Toyotas with last you a hella long time.
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$1000 Car, $10,000 Sound System
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Be like me Get a dodge viper 500 HorsePower SUPERSTAR for your first car...er...I mean...a 1991 volvo with a topspeed of 60 -_-...
Anyway, only real advice to give you is seriously dont get a ford if your buying used. Ford cars depricate faster than almost any other kind of car, and thus it may only have 80,000 miles on it, and be cheaper than many other cars, but you wont get as long out of it.
I would say stick with toyota or something along those lines. Yes they may give you the same but have mabe another 250-500$ price tag add, but they will last you MUCH longer.
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w00t post 1000
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1-3 year old cars shouldnt have more than 10-30k miles on them, so that shouldnt exactly be a problem.
Get Toyota, or for some power, get something American!
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On July 27 2004 10:43 Pumpkin wrote:
From Hovz : if you have 11k get the newest maxima se with low miles you can find. DONT buy a civic. if you know how to drive a stick get your maxima se with a manual because it is faster. the maximas are very good cars for the money. especially the se version. they will smoke your civic integra or any other cheap wannabe sports car. they are reliable, roomy and have a good ride. lots of low end torque for off the line power.
younghov17: also say this
younghov17: say dont buy a car with a salvaged title
younghov17: any used car you buy make sure you have a mechanic give ti a once over to make sure
younghov17: everything is as should be
younghov17: test drive it in a variety of situations
younghov17: highway, street driving etc.
younghov17: test every gear if its a manual
younghov17: check all power functions
younghov17: air conditioning
younghov17: inspect interior for any possible leaks
younghov17: check trunk and engine
younghov17: check fluid levels to see how well maintained the car is
Yesterday the realtor came over and she was driving a Maxima, and in appearance it was exactly what I'd want. I don't know how to drive a stickshift. =( Great advice, thanks
Here's an interesting piece of privileged information for you all:
My dad works for Sherwin Williams, a major corporation that makes paint basically. They make most of their money selling paint in bulk to other big businesses around the world, and they were the paint supplier to Ford, so all of the paint that went onto new Fords was from Sherwin Williams.
Ford started complaining to Sherwin Williams that their paint was too high-quality, they were mad because the paint was so durable and lasted so long. They wanted a paint that would begin to show wear and tear much earlier, so that their customers would then feel more compelled to purchase a new vehicle. So they stopped getting paint from Sherwin Williams.
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just don't get an american car thats all i have to say. Those people dont know how to get any horspowers out of those big engine's
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Suggestion: Buy an old Cadillac for like $500, like a 74 or something. I did that, and its has outlasted my friends cars. They are really safe for a first time owner, and on highway gets good gas milage. Cadillacs are really comfortable too, lots of people will recognize this and want to ride with you.
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Toyota corolla, costs ~1000$ and then spend ~5000$ in tuning and another ~5000$ in sound devices (remember, the more bass, the better)
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how about a used Starcraft Van?
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Cadillacs Corvettes? what part of good gas/mileage part you didnt understand jeezus, your description of the car you want fits ANY car, you must say what is more important to you, power contradicts gas consumption so what is more important?
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if you want power as well as gas mileage that means a well tuned 4 banger. if you look hard enough you should be able to get a 2k celica gts for around 11500 (private party of course, any dealership will mark it up 15% or more), dont bother with gt or before 2000 (they have adequate power but certainly arent fast). another good alternative is a honda prelude si. depending on year you can get one from anywhere between 2k-12k. the ones with 4 wheel stearing have amazing handling if you can find one too.
edit: get a stick even if you have to have someone else drive it home for you, within a week youl have no problems driving it
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On July 27 2004 12:56 Levu wrote:
how about a used Starcraft Van?
Aren't they just trailers and RVs?
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Starcraft van thingys are so huge
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Everyone thats ever had a v8, has said they get crap for gas mileage, which is true for driving in town(like 8-9mpg). But I took it on a road trip from Arizona to North Dakota/Manitoba a few weeks ago, filled up 4 times and went 1702 miles. Its got the balls to spin the tires and take of quite good for a huge car like it is.
Get a Caddy, they rock!
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On July 27 2004 12:29 HeaT wrote:
just don't get an american car thats all i have to say. Those people dont know how to get any horspowers out of those big engine's
why in the hell stupid people with no car knowledge at all think they can give their opinion like this retard!
You are from germany, lets think Jetta (BORA) or golf, a 2.0 Liters engine with 115HPs!!!!, a neon 2.0Liter with 134HPs or the 150hps version withouth the need of a turbo, also the 1.8 Turbo producing crappy 150hps?
You moron if you know nothing about cars dont open your monthg in this thread unless you want to be bitch slapped like the idiot you are.
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