It is better to buy a brand new Honda Accord (fully loaded) or buy a used 1-3 years old Mercedes C-230?

Question

Assume that you have a budget of $30,000

Answer 1

THE ACCORD HANDS DOWN... IT WILL LAST A LONG TIME THE MB WILL BE USED AND MIGHT NOT HAVE A WARRANTY. PLUS ITS ALMOST LIKE BUYING A USED AMERICAN CAR THAT WILL PROBABLY BE UNRELIABLE AFTER A WHILE.

Answer 2

Well it depends on the warranty... used cars rarely have good warranties and at times it can come in handy. Make sure a certified mechanic checks out the Mercedes before buying it.

Answer 3

Cars depreciate a lot in the first 2 years. A three year old Mercedes would be a better buy, assuming you plan to trade it in before it needs major service.

Hondas are more common (easier to get service) and have a high long term resale value. If you plan to keep the car for 5 to 10 years, the Honda would be a better value

Answer 4

Depends on what you want to pay for maintenance and who you want to impress.  The Honda will be much cheaper on maintenance, insurance, etc.  The Benz will be more expensive in those areas, MUCH more, but nothing beats pulling up to a restaurant or similar in a clean late model Benz.

Answer 5

i would choose the mercedes but the honda would still be good.

Answer 6

Honda Accord