Ok, I already asked this, but seeing that my other thread (manual vs. auto) kinda died quickly, I might as well start another one for this. The question is, "What is the best used car for under $10,000?" For one, it should be similar to the Fit in its regard towards space, efficiency, reliable, safe, and fun (I know its a lot but I want to get as close to the Fit as possible). You guys know of any cars that are like this? I know of a few cars but I want first hand experience on what are good cars and what aren't. Thanks so much!

 

ok, not similar but i have a 03 galant and i like it alot (only comes in auto tho)...but i'd recommend an integra which is what i want to get this summer (for a second car).....VW Golf would work or a Nissan Versa 6 spd

 

ok to help you out more on this.. make a car list of your choice the guys here will try to give you information.. you question is kinda broad if you know what i mean..

 

^x2 good idea!

 

Um a fit used.Integra i want a type RUsed civic.

 

i was looking at used civics before i got the fit... then i realized i could afford a new fit.. lol

 

Yea im looking at Evos, and S2Ks now used maybe to replace my fit. I love it but after moding it i realize it will never be that fun performance car i want. I just want a little bit more of a fun factor for a DD. I was going to try and get both a S2k and keep the fit but im in the USMC and i move every 3 years and trying to get 2 cars by myself would be a big pain. So i just need one car that is a fun ok DD. So im leaning toward the S2k for the honda last foever thing. But i did love my evo to.

 

A 1977 Plymouth Volare. Its no Fit, but it will teach you everything you ever wanted to know about maintaining a car. And after driving it for four or five years a Fit would seem like a Maybach 57s by comparison. Seriously though, stay far far away from used VWs. They are nice looking, classy fun to drive, but absolutely not reliable. By the time a Jetta or Golf has depreciated below 10K it is a time bomb waiting to go off. A Civic is a great car, that can be had under 10K and as long as you inspect it carefully before you buy it won't bite you in the ass.

 

Plus one for the honda and stay away from VW. They looks sweet but $$$ to maintain and repair some thing that goes bad.

 

A civic eg or ek hatch.

Hell, you could probably afford an ep3 with a budget of 10k.

Yes, I am biased towards hatches.

Just remember kids...

 

That is a good idea but the thing is I have no idea what I want. That is why I was asking for recommendations. :/

I agree. Hatchbacks fit the need in my case.

As for what I am asking, just, basically, any hatchback (old eg or eks) that fits the bill. So I kinda narrowed it down. Hatchbacks similar to the eg or ek civics (or maybe those).

 

a low mileage matrix XRS could be had for under 10k

four doors, hatch/wagon, more than enough power to learn with, reliability ::thumbsUP::

 

Boring poo-poo. Hatchback-good, reliability-good, power-good, toyota-yucky. Sorry I just dislike Toyota's for some reason. I can't see myself ever getting a Toyota.

 

^^ i don't blame you, nothing "fun" has come from toyota since the early 90's (70's through the 80's being my favorite model years)

however, i think that even a Matrix on coilovers and sticky tires could be fun.

 

yeah plus xrs has 180 hp and revs up to like 8.5 k rpm

 

Get an EM2 Civic. You can probably snag one with less than 75K miles for $7-8K. I sold my 2002 4 Door w/ 81K miles for $8000 last April. Lower it, get some rims and sticky tires and you have yourself a fun little reliable car. You're getting a manual right? What better car to learn on? If you get into an accident, guess what? Everybody has a Civic and parts can be found nearly everywhere.

Here was mine

 

Or... you could save weight, get better mpg, and find parking anywhere by....

 

or a crx would be sweet!

 

Can do, but hatchbacks are better to me (more space in the trunk to hold golf stuff).
Yeah because my parents would love me driving this around! *sarcasm*

2 seats = Too little. I am going to be the driver for my friends so I need at least 4 seats. :/

GRRRRRR. This is an annoying search. I thought this was gonna be easier. HEY! What about a Mazda 3 (hatchback)? Are those any good? Or the Mazda Protoge5? I know those are cheap.

 

Nobody wants to help? *cries*