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You know that is true, I guess reliable is subjective in this case lol.
Okay that is not a bad deal, I have heard the best things about Toyota in particular so you have inspired me some, thank you!
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Be sure to have AAA , 9
Or anything that covers towing, that way if the car fails , u can get it to the shop or home
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A Toyota product hands down.
Camry
Corolla
Prius
Safe. Dependable.
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ok thank you, and yes I def do. Top of the line plan on AAA and already used it for a dead battery, it was a lifesaver for my old jeep. I am an original owner on her (2011), and I am riding her til the wheels fall off and she needs AAA for that, haha.
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I actually want a Subaru after this jeep so that is good info thank you.
And it seems like Toyota is winning this argument which is what I expected they showed up the most in my research.
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Toyota, Honda, Mazda are three brands that have very good reliability ratings. There are a variety of websites to explore used car availability. Autotrader, Edmunds.com, Cars.com, Carmax.com and. probably a few others. Always ask for a Carfax report so you have a good idea of the car's accident history and a limited warranty from the dealer to cover the first 30 days of ownership. You can find cheaper options from buying from an individual but there are significant downsides to doing that unless you personally know someone. Happy Hunting!
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Yep AAA is the cheapest insurance one can buy.
I use to be a Honda fan, 3 Accords, 88-89, one I rolled up 508,000 but quality has gone down mostly the Civics. And that was with 25,000 mile oil changes with Amsoil. In fact the 18 Camry needs one now, sitting at 212,000.
At some point they are all going to need something maintenance wise.
I've been looking at Subaru's as the quality is up there with Toyota's now.
Have a look at the Consumer Report mag on cars and trucks.
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you can also buy used cars at big dealerships
always ask about what the warranty covers
read up on lemon laws
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exactly you should always know the warranty/as-is details
dont let issues sneak up and bite you in the booty
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Has anyone tried an auction before? I see them on instagram and theyre open to public (no dealers license needed) . You can check out, inspect, and start up the cars before the auction starts. Guess having a mechanic with you would help
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Hands down a TOYOTA! Corolla,camary prius. All extremely reliable. I owned a Honda civic. It kept nickel and diming me. Toyotas haven't failed me yet.
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Kia affordable reliable i have a new kia k4 i love it
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AAA absolutely not the cheapest anymore for insurance
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DR is on point.
Kia very reliable.
Very underrated.
Friend has a 12 yr old Kia Forte that runs great
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Any Honda or Toyota product is going to be sold. Larger luxury vehicles get expensive to maintain (even Honda/Toyota) when they get past 5 years but if you stick with a Honda Civic, Accord or Toyota Camry or the like, you'll be good.
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Honda Accord or, Civic Toyota Corolla, Camry, Matrix (if you can locate one with low miles & it’s given a clean bill of health by a certified mechanic) or, Scion Tc if you can locate one that isn’t modified to the moon & back & the Mazda 3 are solid platforms.
Steer clear of vehicles with CVT/dual clutch transmissions, auto start/stop, & electric parking brake
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Try and buy a car from the original owner. Used car lots buy their cars from auto auctions, and could be salvaged from accidents, flooding, etc...
I have bought cars from car rental companies like Enterprise, who have the vehicle history and sometimes give you a warranty.
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Get a SUV EV, Tesla model Y or Ford Mustang Mach-E. They are heavier and have a lower center of gravity than gas cars, which makes them safer. They absorb more energy from impact, protecting passengers. Plus no more gas stations, oil changes or engine maintenance
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Lease payments on a model 3 are pretty good and teslas are super safe
That’s what I would suggest
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If you want a car that does nott need repairs a good used tesla is the best bet.
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There's a ton of Lexus cars in the 2010-2016 vintage that can be had for $5-10K.
Remember, a Lexus with 100k miles on it just got broken in.
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Buy a Japanese 4 cylinder (Toyota and Honda are the best) and have it checked out (pre purchase inspection). Good luck.
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Dodge Charger!!!
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I agree with bangaroo.
Find a used Lexus that has been maintained and never in an accident. If it has more than 90K miles, make sure the owner had the 90K service as that is a significant service if the car is going to have longevity.
If it hasn't had the 90K service, negotiate the price down to cover the cost of having it done. Call a Lexus dealer or a indie mechanic that focuses on Lexus - LexService in Harbor City - and find out what it costs to have it done as the price is model dependent.
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Any Toyota.
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Buy a used car. No need to spend thousands of dollars on a new one. It will only leave you in debt for years and years and if you find yourself without a job, it will hit you hard...then reality sets in.
Don't forget about insurance and expenses for fixes here and there, like a flat tire, smog check, tune-ups, etc., etc.
A luxury car isn't worth it unless you have the disposable income to absorb the rapid depreciation and higher repair costs.
I'm a Ford car owner, fully paid off and hardly use the car since I commute to work using public transportation (METRO rail).
Agree with MyGuy,
Can't go wrong with Japanese cars. Before I purchased my Ford, I first had a Toyota Corolla, then a Honda Accord.
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Acura products are pretty good too , Honda Reliability with a little more luxury. Stick to normally asperated engines over turbo engines. The Honda V6 uses camshaft belts over chains and should be replaced every 4 to 5 years
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Honda/acura
Toyota/lexus
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Toyota and Honda for sure.
Civics and Corollas have reputation for solid reliability.
If I was buying a car today,
Consider your budget.
Bells and whistles break down. Get something you can live with.
When the car is paid off, that's when YOUR savings begin.
My last car was 7 years ago.
My list: Hybrid. If a small difference, a plug in hybrid.
I went from a Toyota Corolla to the hybrid, to a Prius to the plug in.
I went from filling my tank every 4 days to once, every 4-6 weeks.
Drove it only in EV mode. Burned gas over last 6 miles.
At work, there are Level 2 Chargers. Full recharge in less than 2 hours.
Charging at home (120v), takes about 4-5 hours.
My average mileage on a tank is over 100 mpg
The Plug In Prius definitely worked out for me.
Just in fuel cost, I saved over $5k per year.
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My dad taught me when I was young that a great source for used cars is buying from rental car agencies retired lot. The cars get all their regular service and maintenance and are usually aged out for newer models prematurely. I thought this was a great tip BUT I dont have a lead on how to find these retired rental cars.
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You can find rental car sales b on line. I think that Toyota and Honda make the best cars. Some mechanics will inspect them before you buy to avoid buying a headache
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Toyotas all the way
Mazdas aren’t bad either
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Anything that’s not American 🤷🏻♀️😂
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Don't buy with the little head
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White Nissan Altima 😉 #IYKYK
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June I been seeing that auction and wonder too!
I’m actually looking for a car since I got screwed (and not the way I want to be)
I’m trying to look at all avenues!!
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I've had great success with Toyotas and Hondas. Close friends and family have had great cars by Mazda, so have I come to think of it!
I have seen reels by car people on ig talking about how expensive used Toyotas are currently and how it's possible it makes more sense to spend a bit more for a new one. Not saying I agree but worth considering.
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Go to a credit union bank first, since they have better rates than Wells Fargo, Chase, etc. And see how much you're qualified for & take that amount to any dealership & present them the amount you are approved for.
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Honda
Lexus
Acura
Toyota.
But for a kid recommend a Honda. Reliable, safe, dependable.
I’ve owned about 20 cars in my life.
These are the best for the price.
You’ll find MANY CHEAPER, but in the long run you’ll pay more.
Good luck.
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Shop through Lithia or AutoNation
Volvo or Subaru for Safety
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There has to be a million used car salesmen on this site..
And where is Ballads when you need him? 
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Invite sent
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