First Car

Intrepid · 12-30-2003, 10:09 AM

What do you think would be a good first car?
I don't particularly want a dodgey cheap car, although if it is really cheap...
I would like a reasonably good car and i am prepared to pay a bit extra for it.
I have had a job for and have worked hard so don't be jelous of me, but my limit would be around $5,000 to $7,000 AUD ($3,737 to $5,232 US) i do understand car prices are different in other countries, but if you could give me a rough idea or your opinion it would be helpfull.
actually i like the mitsubishi lancer, even though they are expensive. I hope i don't offend anyone but i would rather not have a Datsun, (although my friend has a reasonable one) but once again dependant on price.

Dalamar Stormcrow · 12-30-2003, 10:55 AM

Get an Accord. Its one of the cheapest and best selling cars, cause its cheap!

skywalker · 12-30-2003, 11:07 AM

My first car was a FIAT Strada, so I do NOT recommend one of those.

Mark

Charlie · 12-30-2003, 12:00 PM

Japanese cars are without doubt the most reliable. You have though to offset that against the fact that "if" they break down they are generally more expensive to repair than say a Ford. A lancer is a good choice.

Thoran · 12-30-2003, 12:12 PM

Honda Civic... good economical transportation.

My first car was a Pontiac Grand Am, mine was a good car but I don't think they've got a good overall reliability record.

Dron_Cah · 12-30-2003, 01:06 PM

I always liked the cavalier. Cheap, great mileage, and can be found everywhere!

My 2 cents.

Arledrian · 12-30-2003, 01:17 PM

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Originally posted by Dron_Cah:
I always liked the cavalier. Cheap, great mileage, and can be found everywhere!

My 2 cents.

Except you can't get them outside the US

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I would recommend a Hyundai Accent or something similar. With the money you have saved you could probably get a 2001 model, which would give you many years of reliable service. The Mitsubishi Lancer is also a good choice, if you can afford it. On the whole, I'd say orientate yourself around some of the newer japanese cars out there, as I think they really are the best option for someone starting out.

Ghoul · 12-30-2003, 02:12 PM

I've got a "Volkswagen Golf 2"

It drove about 230.000 km now and its still better than some brand-new cars (and more beautiful IMHO).
Just my 2 cents but it really is a proof of "German Quality".

RoSs_bg2_rox · 12-30-2003, 05:02 PM

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Originally posted by Arledrian:

quote:
Originally posted by Dron_Cah:
I always liked the cavalier. Cheap, great mileage, and can be found everywhere!

My 2 cents.

Except you can't get them outside the US [img]tongue.gif[/img]
[/QUOTE]you can actually, you can get them here in Britain!

Arledrian · 12-30-2003, 06:20 PM

A Chevvy Cavalier? I lived in England for eight years and I never saw one - nor did I come accross one in the few months I spent in Australia. They must be made under a different name, like the whole Opel/Vauxhall thing, because I've never seen a Chevrolet outside the US before.

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12-30-2003, 02:12 PM	#8
Ghoul The Magister Join Date: November 13, 2003 Location: Austria Age: 43 Posts: 143	I've got a "Volkswagen Golf 2" It drove about 230.000 km now and its still better than some brand-new cars (and more beautiful IMHO). Just my 2 cents but it really is a proof of "German Quality". __________________ [img]\"http://www.myimgs.com/data/Ghoul/sigpic.jpg\" alt=\" - \" /><br />A Ghoul every day keeps fresh breath away. <img border=\"0\" title=\"\" alt=\"[Big Grin]\" src=\"biggrin.gif\" />

12-30-2003, 06:20 PM	#10
Arledrian Egyptian Goddess of the Dead Join Date: July 12, 2001 Location: South Carolina Age: 40 Posts: 3,771	A Chevvy Cavalier? I lived in England for eight years and I never saw one - nor did I come accross one in the few months I spent in Australia. They must be made under a different name, like the whole Opel/Vauxhall thing, because I've never seen a Chevrolet outside the US before. __________________ Marvellous banter; I am bereft of ribs.

12-30-2003, 10:09 AM	#1
Intrepid Symbol of Cyric Join Date: March 28, 2003 Location: Australia Age: 37 Posts: 1,124	What do you think would be a good first car? I don't particularly want a dodgey cheap car, although if it is really cheap... I would like a reasonably good car and i am prepared to pay a bit extra for it. I have had a job for and have worked hard so don't be jelous of me, but my limit would be around $5,000 to $7,000 AUD ($3,737 to $5,232 US) i do understand car prices are different in other countries, but if you could give me a rough idea or your opinion it would be helpfull. actually i like the mitsubishi lancer, even though they are expensive. I hope i don't offend anyone but i would rather not have a Datsun, (although my friend has a reasonable one) but once again dependant on price.

12-30-2003, 10:55 AM	#2
Dalamar Stormcrow Banned User Join Date: November 1, 2003 Location: My own little world Age: 33 Posts: 828	Get an Accord. Its one of the cheapest and best selling cars, cause its cheap!

12-30-2003, 11:07 AM	#3
skywalker Banned User Join Date: March 1, 2001 Location: VT, USA Age: 63 Posts: 3,097	My first car was a FIAT Strada, so I do NOT recommend one of those. Mark

12-30-2003, 12:12 PM	#5
Thoran Galvatron Join Date: January 10, 2002 Location: Upstate NY Age: 56 Posts: 2,109	Honda Civic... good economical transportation. My first car was a Pontiac Grand Am, mine was a good car but I don't think they've got a good overall reliability record.

12-30-2003, 01:06 PM	#6
Dron_Cah Horus - Egyptian Sky God Join Date: March 2, 2003 Location: Kentucky Age: 37 Posts: 2,637	I always liked the cavalier. Cheap, great mileage, and can be found everywhere! My 2 cents.

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