# \#buying **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/tag/buying/14024.md [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) --- ## [Help With New Car Suggestions](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-with-new-car-suggestions/201112)
**Author:** [@FreddyForeshadowing](https://community.cartalk.com/u/FreddyForeshadowing)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [July 24, 2025, 4:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-with-new-car-suggestions/201112 "2025-07-24T04:28:13Z")
Hi All, Not exactly a car person, so hoping I could get a little advice on maybe shortlisting a few makes/models to look at and/or avoid. I’m looking to replace an 09 Corolla XLE, that was deemed a total loss after bei… --- ## [Best Pickup between Hilux and JAC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-pickup-between-hilux-and-jac/199711)
**Author:** [@davidwilliam79x\_192784](https://community.cartalk.com/u/davidwilliam79x_192784)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2025, 9:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-pickup-between-hilux-and-jac/199711 "2025-04-02T21:16:48Z")
Im wanting to buy a pickup for myself,there are few possible options.The ford ranger is not an option as its way overpriced due to TAXES. I have two options: The 2025 Hilux JAC T9 The JAC T9 at a lower price point th… --- ## [Buy a new Honda Odyssey?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buy-a-new-honda-odyssey/197900)
**Author:** [@Honda2076](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Honda2076)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2024, 1:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buy-a-new-honda-odyssey/197900 "2024-11-05T13:31:35Z")
My 2003 Odyssey with 149k miles is keeping me up at night - “what will go wrong tomorrow?!” It’s been a champion and looks pristine but it needs expensive repairs almost every month and I’m nervous about driving it out o… --- ## [Used Rav4 hybrid? — 2019 or later](https://community.cartalk.com/t/used-rav4-hybrid-2019-or-later/193764)
**Author:** [@ws1511](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ws1511)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 8, 2023, 2:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/used-rav4-hybrid-2019-or-later/193764 "2023-11-08T02:39:28Z")
Hi— I’ve been looking to buy a used small SUV and Rav4 is at the top of my list. I had been looking for older, gas models of the Rav4, CRV, and a couple of other vehicles, but recently learned about (and secured) a Verm… --- ## [$1000 1997 Geo Tracker 123k Mi with a misfire in one cyl?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1000-1997-geo-tracker-123k-mi-with-a-misfire-in-one-cyl/193289)
**Author:** [@Defaultemode](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Defaultemode)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 8, 2023, 3:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1000-1997-geo-tracker-123k-mi-with-a-misfire-in-one-cyl/193289 "2023-10-08T15:08:53Z")
Just curious what this fix might look like? Might need a second little commuter car soon. Anyone have experience with this year /model? --- ## [2020 Ford Explorer XLT low mileage but Used Salvage Title](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-ford-explorer-xlt-low-mileage-but-used-salvage-title/192568)
**Author:** [@echo2022](https://community.cartalk.com/u/echo2022)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [September 1, 2023, 3:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-ford-explorer-xlt-low-mileage-but-used-salvage-title/192568 "2023-09-01T03:11:13Z")
Hi guys. I’ve been thinking about buying my first car recently, but I’m on a tight budget. I found a 2020 Ford Explorer XLT at Cars.com. But the car was marked as a TOTAL LOSS VEHICLE by the insurance company. The car cu… --- ## [Buying a New Car Advice (Europe)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-a-new-car-advice-europe/173680)
**Author:** [@dtmakm](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dtmakm)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2023, 1:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-a-new-car-advice-europe/173680 "2023-08-15T13:16:12Z")
Hey everyone, Happy Holidays! I am about to buy my first car (new driver) and I am looking for some advice. It will mainly be used for (in the same order): 1st motorway transport 2nd driving around town 3rd Weekend … --- ## [Recs for mid-sized trucks and SUVs btwn 2005-2015](https://community.cartalk.com/t/recs-for-mid-sized-trucks-and-suvs-btwn-2005-2015/191911)
**Author:** [@Brutus23](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Brutus23)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [July 26, 2023, 7:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/recs-for-mid-sized-trucks-and-suvs-btwn-2005-2015/191911 "2023-07-26T19:59:53Z")
Howdy folks, I wanna get something used that’s relatively easy to maintain and repair, and has a cheap and wide market of parts should they need to be replaced. I can replace smaller stuff like distributors, change oil,… --- ## [Upgrade from a 16’ Chevy spark LT](https://community.cartalk.com/t/upgrade-from-a-16-chevy-spark-lt/186711)
**Author:** [@sammieturpin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sammieturpin)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 6, 2022, 1:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/upgrade-from-a-16-chevy-spark-lt/186711 "2022-10-06T01:51:37Z")
So I’m new here and I’ve been on the hunt to get a decent priced bigger vehicle, I don’t even really know where to begin. I drive everyday (closest decent town is 30 miles away) so id like good gas mileage, a roomy inte… --- ## [Deciding to buy a Lincoln Town Car or a Chevy Impala and would like some opinions](https://community.cartalk.com/t/deciding-to-buy-a-lincoln-town-car-or-a-chevy-impala-and-would-like-some-opinions/186413)
**Author:** [@plogplog123\_182328](https://community.cartalk.com/u/plogplog123_182328)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [September 27, 2022, 5:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/deciding-to-buy-a-lincoln-town-car-or-a-chevy-impala-and-would-like-some-opinions/186413 "2022-09-27T05:50:51Z")
So I’m wanting to buy a used car, probably on ebay. My budget is 11K or preferably less. My main concerns are comfort and reliability. I have had good experiences in the past with buying Ford Crown Victoria retired poli… --- ## [Lexus Rx300 Spoiler](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lexus-rx300-spoiler/186303)
**Author:** [@LexRx300](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LexRx300)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2022, 4:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lexus-rx300-spoiler/186303 "2022-09-10T16:19:49Z")
Im thinking of purchasing some modifications for my Rx300, down the road I would like to change out the spoiler from the factory or just remove it altogether. Im having a hard time finding any spoilers online, a couple r… --- ## [20 year old male looking to buy first car, parents willing to help with cost, limit around $15,000](https://community.cartalk.com/t/20-year-old-male-looking-to-buy-first-car-parents-willing-to-help-with-cost-limit-around-15-000/182469)
**Author:** [@suburbancityboy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/suburbancityboy)\ **Replies:** 71\ **Last updated:** [February 19, 2022, 3:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/20-year-old-male-looking-to-buy-first-car-parents-willing-to-help-with-cost-limit-around-15-000/182469 "2022-02-19T03:35:41Z")
Hey everyone, so I’m a 20 year old college student in Los Angeles looking to buy my first car. I’ve always been into cars since I was a little kid, and I’ve been excited to finally get to this point in my life. Here is … --- ## [2005 4runner worth it?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-4runner-worth-it/178844)
**Author:** [@jakeenloe25](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jakeenloe25)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [September 7, 2021, 12:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-4runner-worth-it/178844 "2021-09-07T00:49:05Z")
Hey guys, I joined the forum to help diagnose a problem with my previous car, and you were all super helpful. I really enjoyed the experience of bouncing ideas around and just getting to chat with the community. I’m no… --- ## [1993 4Runner vs 2011 Mazda3 Hatch](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1993-4runner-vs-2011-mazda3-hatch/176813)
**Author:** [@jordanethan609\_175234](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jordanethan609_175234)\ **Replies:** 79\ **Last updated:** [May 30, 2021, 12:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1993-4runner-vs-2011-mazda3-hatch/176813 "2021-05-30T12:30:29Z")
I’m conflicted between these two cars 4Runner $4700 (193,000) Mazda3 need to talk them down from $6900 to ~$5000 (120,000) On one hand, the 4Runner is cheaper upfront, has more storage space, and has everything done t… --- ## [Red flag? Looking for new car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/red-flag-looking-for-new-car/174751)
**Author:** [@e.judgebecker\_173805](https://community.cartalk.com/u/e.judgebecker_173805)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2021, 1:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/red-flag-looking-for-new-car/174751 "2021-02-05T13:57:13Z")
Hi all, I am looking for a new VW Bug after my trusty 2001 gave out after \>220,000 miles. I found the perfect replacement through Craigslist: a 2006 model, no visible rust, priced around $4,000 with a clean Carfax. How… --- ## [2014 Honda Accord - Sell/Trade - Buy Used Car In Place](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-honda-accord-sell-trade-buy-used-car-in-place/172191)
**Author:** [@Mija](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mija)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [November 17, 2020, 9:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-honda-accord-sell-trade-buy-used-car-in-place/172191 "2020-11-17T21:49:50Z")
Hello! New here and would definitely classify myself as Knucklehead when it comes to cars. I have a 2014 Honda Accord EX , just over 71,000 miles. With all the wear, repair and tear, etc., KBB offered just over $8000 … --- ## [2010 FJ cruiser with 202K on it](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-fj-cruiser-with-202k-on-it/168696)
**Author:** [@mr\_xg78\_169308](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mr_xg78_169308)\ **Replies:** 41\ **Last updated:** [August 25, 2020, 12:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-fj-cruiser-with-202k-on-it/168696 "2020-08-25T12:28:05Z")
Hi All, Wanted to ask you’ll openion on buyin a 2010 FJ with 202K on it. It is a littel over priced but would be worth it if it still ok. I got a CARCHEX report and had a few questions: 1- any though where this oil co… --- ## [Is this rust really bad?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-this-rust-really-bad/167869)
**Author:** [@Gropinggilbertsgrapes](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Gropinggilbertsgrapes)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 26, 2020, 4:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-this-rust-really-bad/167869 "2020-07-26T04:41:06Z")
--- ## [Could Someone Check This CarFax?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/could-someone-check-this-carfax/167120)
**Author:** [@ntauctions](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ntauctions)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 11, 2020, 12:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/could-someone-check-this-carfax/167120 "2020-07-11T12:41:38Z")
Looking at this CRV tomorrow and looked over the CarFax tonight. I have a few concerns though and need some suggestions/advice/etc… Here is the car we’re considering: http://www.sharonchevrolet.com/VehicleDetails/used-… --- ## [Considering to buy a 2013 Toyota Corolla](https://community.cartalk.com/t/considering-to-buy-a-2013-toyota-corolla/164814)
**Author:** [@al947394](https://community.cartalk.com/u/al947394)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 25, 2020, 7:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/considering-to-buy-a-2013-toyota-corolla/164814 "2020-05-25T19:09:24Z")
Hi, I am buying my first car. I found a cheaper 2013 Toyota Corolla… but… I know absolutely nothing about cars. How is the reliability for this make? Gas mileage? / Miles per gallon? Approximate expenses if needs to b… --- ## [Importing a Fiat Panda 4x4?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/importing-a-fiat-panda-4x4/150733)
**Author:** [@samsonhui2000\_158556](https://community.cartalk.com/u/samsonhui2000_158556)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [April 21, 2020, 4:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/importing-a-fiat-panda-4x4/150733 "2020-04-21T16:49:38Z")
I would love to have a 1990-1996 Fiat Panda 4x4 and I currently live in the U.S but from what I can find, there are rarely any being sold in the U.S and almost all of them are being sold in Europe, UK and Italy are most … --- ## [Just bought used Subaru Outback Limited](https://community.cartalk.com/t/just-bought-used-subaru-outback-limited/155963)
**Author:** [@AridianSea](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AridianSea)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [January 11, 2020, 5:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/just-bought-used-subaru-outback-limited/155963 "2020-01-11T17:27:16Z")
I just bought a 2009 Subaru Outback Limited from a private seller. Prior to the sale, I test drove it, had a mechanic - friend of my extended family - look at it and run codes and find nothing of concern come up. The s… --- ## [What Sedan to Buy?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-sedan-to-buy/141996)
**Author:** [@TexasGator](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TexasGator)\ **Replies:** 57\ **Last updated:** [June 16, 2019, 7:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-sedan-to-buy/141996 "2019-06-16T19:31:23Z")
I’m looking to purchase a sedan in the coming weeks. I’ve narrowed it down to the vehicles below. I need some help making a final decision so please offer up your input. Thank you. Here’s the parameters: Must be under … --- ## [How should I go about fixing my 2010 Honda Accord? (More details below)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-should-i-go-about-fixing-my-2010-honda-accord-more-details-below/132589)
**Author:** [@jimmie.carson505\_146990](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jimmie.carson505_146990)\ **Replies:** 39\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2019, 12:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-should-i-go-about-fixing-my-2010-honda-accord-more-details-below/132589 "2019-01-16T00:51:17Z")
I owe $4,924 on a 2010 Accord worth $4,000 on KBB (w/ a “Good” rating and 123,000 miles). There are minor cosmetic damages from a hit and run case that was never settled. My insurance has a $500 deductible to fix them. I… --- ## [Theory on used vehicle purchase](https://community.cartalk.com/t/theory-on-used-vehicle-purchase/126697)
**Author:** [@LewisCBall\_143203](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LewisCBall_143203)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2018, 2:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/theory-on-used-vehicle-purchase/126697 "2018-10-14T14:34:02Z")
Okay, here’s the situation. When looking to purchase a used vehicle, how important is it to actually view it in person and/or test drive it? In this day and age, would a video/FaceTime with the salesperson going over the… --- ## [1987 Toyota Celica](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1987-toyota-celica/116144)
**Author:** [@aguilar1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/aguilar1)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [April 24, 2018, 8:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1987-toyota-celica/116144 "2018-04-24T20:19:58Z")
what is your personal opinion on this year model car? --- ## [Should I buy a 2007 Honda Accord?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-buy-a-2007-honda-accord/113657)
**Author:** [@MarkDMorin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MarkDMorin)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2018, 12:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-buy-a-2007-honda-accord/113657 "2018-03-18T00:31:26Z")
Thinking of buying accord ex which seems like a great deal. The car has 95,000 miles on it. Would appreciate input from someone who owns similar car. --- ## [2006 Toyota Prius vs. 2005 Volvo V70 2.4](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-toyota-prius-vs-2005-volvo-v70-2-4/108105)
**Author:** [@jonasmparker](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jonasmparker)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 26, 2017, 8:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-toyota-prius-vs-2005-volvo-v70-2-4/108105 "2017-09-26T20:23:25Z")
We have a 2006 Toyota Prius w/ about 75k miles that works fine. We have the opportunity to inherit a 2005 Volvo V70 2.4 with about 125k miles that was exceptionally well maintained, and has already been verified by a mec… --- ## [Looking To Buy Used Wagon/Crossover](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-to-buy-used-wagon-crossover/104234)
**Author:** [@EthanGach](https://community.cartalk.com/u/EthanGach)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2017, 9:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-to-buy-used-wagon-crossover/104234 "2017-05-24T09:08:02Z")
Hi! About four years ago I was on hear asking for help picking out my first car. I ended up going with a 2011 Mazda sport hatchback and end up pretty satisfied. No repairs in the four years and 60K miles I've driven it… --- ## [Advice on buying a 1999 Ford Expedition with 30k miles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/advice-on-buying-a-1999-ford-expedition-with-30k-miles/94405)
**Author:** [@OSR](https://community.cartalk.com/u/OSR)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2016, 4:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/advice-on-buying-a-1999-ford-expedition-with-30k-miles/94405 "2016-09-20T04:46:11Z")
I am looking at a 1999 Ford Expedition with 30k miles, but I've never purchased a car this old before and I wanted some advice on whether it's worth it. I want something that can haul people around, drive well in the sno… [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/tag/buying/14024.md?match_all_tags=true&page=1&tags%5B%5D=buying)