What car is the best buy for not a lot of money?

Question

I am looking to buy a car, but don't have a lot of money to spend. I have heard Kia's are good. Which is the best buy?

Answer 1

The Chevrolet Cobalt is good.  Prices start at about $15,000.

5 year, 100,000 mile warranty.  This includes 5 year roadside assistance. 5 year courtesy transportation.  If you live in the north the 6 year rust warranty is useful.

The 2.2. Ecotech motor with a 5 speed gets 25 mpg city / 36 mpg highway

With a 4 speed automatic it gets 22 mpg city / 31 mpg highway

Answer 2

I agree with Mad Jack. The Cobalt is a good car if you are shopping on a tight budget. Parts are extremely cheap and easy to find, making repair time minimal.

For around $16,000, you can get a Honda Fit which is just a wonderful car. It is agile, well-built, and full of space. Not to mention Honda's Reliability.

If you want to shop for even less, for around $10,000, you can get a Chevrolet Aveo. The Aveo has standard ABS Brakes, which is a rare for it's class. It comes in Sedan and Hatchback, most likely you can find a Hatchback Cheaper.

Good Luck & Drive Safe

Answer 3

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Answer 4

I guess you should also check insurance quotes for Kia before buying one, for example here: http://carinsurance.deep-ice.com

As I remember it is expensive to insure.

Answer 5

How much is 'not a lot of money'?  

Are you looking for something used or something new on the lower end?

Chevy Cobalt's are c**p.  You will regret buying one.

Kia's are ok, but Hyundai's are a little better if you want a quality, inexpensive car at a good price.

Check out the Hyundai Elantra.  Anything model year 2003 or newer should be reliable if they have been taken care of.

Before you buy any used car, make sure to have an independent mechanic inspect it.

Answer 6

I agree the Cobalt is a good cheap car to buy