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Best Used Car
Dec 28, 2007 | 11:04 AM
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I'm an 18-year old college student who is seeking a bit more independence: my first car.

Has anyone who's ever purchased a used vehicle like to share that experience with me? How much is too much to pay? How much is not enough? How many miles is ideal on a used car? Which makes/models are best? Any advice would be greatly appreciated!

Thank You!

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Katbird read my blog view my photos
Dec 28, 2007 | 6:14 PM

When I look for a used vehicle I like to make sure it has under 40,000 miles on it.
I also try not to go more than 5 years old.
As far as ratings, the Hondas, Toyotas and Chevys have the highest ratings, but that depends on the model.
For instance...I was looking at Saturn Vues for a used vehicle, Saturn is GM and I trust GM, I found quite a few used ones from 2002 and up with less than 40,000 miles for around $14,000 or less.
It all depends on what you're looking for.
May I suggest checking out Carmax.com. They have a great selection and are in our area. They seem well-priced and they give inspection reports for free on all vehicles.
Good luck!!!!!
Katbird read my blog view my photos
Dec 28, 2007 | 6:55 PM

In my humble opinion and that of my mechanic, don't buy a Ford or Chrysler.
aaro-nf read my blog view my photos
Dec 28, 2007 | 8:27 PM

do not buy dodge neons. those cars are lemons.
great cars to get are:
toyota
lexus
ford
great job on the posting of this blog.
terriellzey55 read my blog view my photos
Dec 28, 2007 | 10:19 PM

Always focus on the inside of the car versus the outside. Most people worry about how the car looks versus how the car runs. You don't want to be out of pocket trying to keep your car going especially in the winter months. Most people don't want a car that looks bad, but my first car looked horrible, but I loved it and it ran good until I let others drive it... But when make a choice my uncle looked under the hood and made sure it had a good motor and transmission.
terriellzey55 read my blog view my photos
Dec 28, 2007 | 10:21 PM

Oh yeah, Don't buy from JD Byrider or don't have a ridiculous car note for your first car. Many first time car buyers make the mistake of purchasing a used vehicle and they end up get it repo'd because they have to pay to get it fixed and can't keep up with the high interest car notes... Just a word of advice.
cjmm read my blog
Dec 29, 2007 | 2:02 PM

I suggest looking at lots that are actual dealers. The corner lots often take unwanted cars from auctions. As to what brand, they are all good brands and everyone has a bias. I suggest going on carsoup.com or autotrader.com.

terriellzey55 is right jd byrider and those sort of dealers are going to only produce high interest rates. I have a very good friend who works for Ewald Automotive group. try www.ewaldauto.com a local family owned dealer and you can expect nothing but professionalism from these folks.
Met_Major11 read my blog
Dec 29, 2007 | 2:04 PM

Thank you everyone! I will be sure to do my research.
cjmm read my blog
Dec 29, 2007 | 2:04 PM

p.s. i've never had a problem with my Fords, never.
aaro-nf read my blog view my photos
Dec 29, 2007 | 4:08 PM

some other auto websites to check out:
holidayauto.com-fond du lac
starkautos.com-fond du lac
witiwebprod1 read my blog view my photos
Jan 2, 2008 | 10:08 AM

I would recommend either a honda or toyota... they last forever
stephen1276 read my blog view my photos
Jan 5, 2008 | 6:59 PM

Also, in addition to checking out the cars, to see if they run good, get a history check on the car. I'm not kidding. You can get a history check on the car to see if it had violations, parts replaced and more. The best sites I found are Carfax.com and Autocheck.com
A_Jive_Soul_Bro read my blog view my photos
Jan 10, 2008 | 7:53 PM

Go to kbb.com to get an idea how much you should pay. Good luck.
alex06 view my photos
Jan 18, 2008 | 5:47 PM

What Ever You Do/ Dont Go To Rosen(Rosen,Rosen,Rosen)there a rip off JD Byrider or Regency There Rip Offs Family members all had bad exspirences with these deallers and there cars I dont Know about The new Model of KIA's But as Far As 2000-2002 Model Of The KIA STAPHIA, SPORTAGE Had So Many Things That Went Wrong Motor,Transmition,Axel Recall after recall Not A Very Good Car a Rosen Has No Problem With Given You a "Lemon" HOPE YOU FIND A WONDERFUL GOOD RUNNING CAR :)
F0x6Fan read my blog view my photos
Jan 19, 2008 | 12:43 PM

Toyota Camry...ask any auto mechanic ....they're rarely in the shop!!--peace
packer_girl_57 read my blog view my photos
Jan 24, 2008 | 9:12 AM

I have a 1999 Saturn SC1 I will sell for 4,600. I had the engine rebuilt, it has a 3 year or 36,000 mile waranty on it. I also had the transwmission rebuilt 2 years ago. I also had the brakes down in the summer. I originally bought it used 4 years ago.
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Met_Major11

I'm a Journalism & Mass Communications major at UWM. I plan to take Matt Lauer's job on the Today show in about 6 years. I also plan to have my own talk show and magazine.

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