what is the best vehicle for under 20K?

[RottenWillow]

The Scion tC is a "girl car."

Says who? Almost no one has one yet, "girls" or otherwise.


AAP, a 1 year old Mitsubishi Eclipse GTS (210 hp & 205 ft lbs torque) can be had for about 17k. If you like the looks of it and want something sporty, you might consider that.

 

[tiger88]

The Scion tC is a "girl car." I'd much rather have a Civic Si hatch, even though it's a "kiddie car."

Can an SVT Focus be had for $20K? Or a leftover 2004 Mustang GT?

AAP, what are you looking for in a car? Do you just want basic transportation, a "transport appliance", or something with some style and performance? Do you care about room? Or fuel economy? Or dignity? Are you more of a sedan guy, or a coupe guy?

get a 2004 mustang gt left over...very cheap u are over 25 so insurance aint bad

or and used acura RSX S

or brand new rsx

 

[Mr. dB]

Says who? Almost no one has one yet, "girls" or otherwise.

I see plenty of them around, they've stopped being new, rare, and novel. Seems to be the new alternative to a Cavalier or Sunfire as a "girl's" first car.

 

[AAP]

I have a 99 toyota tacoma which I am going to sell. I need to get me back and forth to the beach and places so I don't track up my benz. I want something cheap because it is not going to be for heavy duty transportation needs.

 

[RaZor Ramon]

problem is trying to actual see one in person. Toyota dealers are preselling the tC so there are never any on the lots. This is a brand new vehicle people are buying sight unseen. I've tried to check one out at all three of Atlanta's Toyota dealers and they tell me to try back on a certain day as Mr or Ms Jones's preordered car will be on the lot for a few hours, but no I wouldnt be able to drive it since it was already purchased. What the fuck?

I've seen a few Scion TCs on the Toyota lot at the Toyota dealership in Duluth on Pleasant Hill Rd.

 

[Mr. dB]

I have a 99 toyota tacoma which I am going to sell. I need to get me back and forth to the beach and places so I don't track up my benz. I want something cheap because it is not going to be for heavy duty transportation needs.

Okay, here's a left-field suggestion -- the Honda Element. It's weird and funky looking, but it's got tons of useful space for a small vehicle. It'd be a great beach car, or for shopping, or for hauling shit home from Home Depot. It's mechanically identical to a Civic, so you know it'll be reliable. It's a good, informal second car for kicking around in.

 

[AAP]

Okay, here's a left-field suggestion -- the Honda Element. It's weird and funky looking, but it's got tons of useful space for a small vehicle. It'd be a great beach car, or for shopping, or for hauling shit home from Home Depot. It's mechanically identical to a Civic, so you know it'll be reliable. It's a good, informal second car for kicking around in.

The Honda Element is similiar to the Scion xb isnt' it?

 

[Mr. dB]

The Honda Element is similiar to the Scion xb isnt' it?

Well, it's similar in that both look like boxes on wheels. The Element is a bit bigger than the xB, and seems to have more "active lifestyle" type adaptations.

 

[RaZor Ramon]

Says who? Almost no one has one yet, "girls" or otherwise.


AAP, a 1 year old Mitsubishi Eclipse GTS (210 hp & 205 ft lbs torque) can be had for about 17k. If you like the looks of it and want something sporty, you might consider that.

But the Eclispe is a girls car.

 

[wutangnomo]

I have a 99 toyota tacoma which I am going to sell. I need to get me back and forth to the beach and places so I don't track up my benz. I want something cheap because it is not going to be for heavy duty transportation needs.

Have you seen the new re-designed Toyota Tacoma just released? I'm thinking of getting one, just went to the dealer yesterday to check one out for that matter lol.

It looks ten times better then the older Tacomas and has more space all around. Seriously check out the newly designed Tacoma. Definitely going to be a best-seller in its class. You can get an access cab for fairly cheap I believe.

I also checked out the Honda Element and test drove it lol. I'll admit I love it because it's unique as hell since you don't see too many on the road. Trust me you will be getting looks everywhere you go with this vehicle... hate it or love it looks, but looks nonetheless. The interior is extremely roomy especially headspace, the rear suicide doors are neat but also useful for a large opening, the rubber floors and overall design of the vehicle are intended for "active living" individuals so you can store a ton of shit and clean things up easily (just use your hose and wash it out... rubber floors remember). Also, all the seats recline flat to form a bed. There is also a rear "sunroof" opening (it's an option) which allows you to look into the sky/stars if you are laying down. This is one of my top choices. Available in 4-wheel drive as well. On highways it's a bit noisey and could use a bit more horsepower, but it's more then adequate for anyone's needs. Very easy vehicle to manoeuvre.