I am a college student looking for a new car. I drive a lot, and I drive to far away places.?

Question

I need a vehicle that can seat at least 4 people. I have a lot of siblings that usually like to go traveling with me. I also travel to other states and a vehicle that dies before my destination would not be good for me.Traveling long distances can do a lot of damage to a car. So, I need one that can:

-go long distances

-go easy on gas

-last me a long time

-and not put me in debt for the rest of my life

Please help me find my next vehicle.

Answer 1

ok, college student = tight budget.  First of all figure how much you can actually afford, and not by monthly payment.  5k, 10k and so on. Plus,  dont forget about insurance and all the other costs.  I wouldn't mess with a new car right now, buy used,  the market is soft and good deals abound.  Today's cars are expected to go beyond 150k miles regardless of the make.   So shop for your needs, it must fit 4 passengers comfortably and be easy on gas...ok no SUV, four door sedans only.  A 4 banger or v6, well the 4 is easier on gas, but a v6 affords more power on the highway...think passing speed when you need it.  in the 5k-10k price range tons of cars fit that bill, import or domestic.  Case in point 2004 grand prix gt (my GF has one) get 26 mpg, is good sized and can fit 5 people easy and has big trunk.  Those go for for about 7k-8k in price.  Just be sensible about this, handle your needs first, when you graduate and make tons-o-money...and I hope you do, you can buy the pimpest thing out there.  Be smart now to reap the reward later....

**I just read your additional comments**  if your car isn't broke  and is running ok, dont change anything until you have to. I understand your concern, but cross that bridge when you get to it.  If you plan on buying with cash, have 5-6 grand on hand.  You will spend that easy buying a good used car.  When buying a car there are associated costs, sales tax, tilte fees, doc fees.  All of that adds up fast, so give yourself a $1500 cushion over the price of the car.  If you feel you must buy a car...research..research...research..lea... everything you can about the car you want, trade in values, retail values the more informed you are the better you will do.  good luck!!!!

Answer 2

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Answer 3

People will boo and hiss because right now it's cool to hate american cars, but...

Buy a used (probably 2003 or newer) Chevrolet Cavalier, Pontiac Sunfire, Pontiac G5 or Chevrolet Cobalt, (all essentially the same car just different years/companies).

Because GM cars (in this case Chevy and Pontiac) have such low resale values you can get a used one for very cheap. Couple that with the fact that they get great gas mileage, (30+MPG), and you have yourself a real nice economy car.

And because I know some Honda fanboy will show up and tell you to buy nothing but a Honda...

Honda's are good cars. If you've got the extra money to spend on them, or just find them more appealing than by all means, buy one. Having said that though...I think Hondas and Toyotas cost too much for what they are. Contrary to what people say, American cars will last just as long as foreign cars. I've got three cars, a '98 Sunfire with 235,000 miles, an '04 Cavalier with 90,000 and a Subaru with 37,000. All run flawlessly and have never undergone any kind of major repair not because of their make or model, but because of the fact that I've maintained them all properly.

You can make just about any car last nearly forever these days so long as you maintain it properly.

I really think you're best off getting a used American car.

Answer 4

how much you want to spend would make answering alot easier. If your going to pay cash then total price, or if your going to finance what payment range are you looking for?

Answer 5

1. Honda Fit (base) - $15,385

2. Mazda 3i Sport (sedan) - $17,205

3. Hyundai Elantra SE - $17,945

Answer 6

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