# \#used **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/tag/used/481.md [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) --- ## [College student seeking advice for buying a used car! Help!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/college-student-seeking-advice-for-buying-a-used-car-help/65090)
**Author:** [@mashamelleno](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mashamelleno)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2026, 11:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/college-student-seeking-advice-for-buying-a-used-car-help/65090 "2026-03-30T23:10:39Z")
Well I'm looking to buy a used car and my budget is about $4,000. I know little to nothing about cars, and I was just hoping I could get some advice on what types of cars would be good to buy that I could afford. I'm mos… --- ## [Where is the best state to buy a used car?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/where-is-the-best-state-to-buy-a-used-car/45035)
**Author:** [@system](https://community.cartalk.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [November 17, 2020, 2:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/where-is-the-best-state-to-buy-a-used-car/45035 "2020-11-17T14:56:33Z")
Hot dry state, cold dry state, temperate state, etc. I'm guessing hot is worst, salty east coast also bad. Where are the lowest prices? Any thoughts? --- ## [A car not in use for 6 months?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-car-not-in-use-for-6-months/73572)
**Author:** [@A\_civic\_mind](https://community.cartalk.com/u/A_civic_mind)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [May 21, 2020, 12:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-car-not-in-use-for-6-months/73572 "2020-05-21T00:44:59Z")
Beyond flat spots on tires, what else could go wrong with a car that sits for 6 months? This one is a 2010 Acura MDX, has 50,000 miles in the first 15 months, and sat for 6 months. --- ## [Buying a used lotus](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-a-used-lotus/3043)
**Author:** [@scooter3563](https://community.cartalk.com/u/scooter3563)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [February 28, 2020, 1:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-a-used-lotus/3043 "2020-02-28T13:33:33Z")
any one know if a used elise would be problematic? i'm looking at 05's - 07. --- ## [Market value of a very clean 1973 Mercedes 450 SL?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/market-value-of-a-very-clean-1973-mercedes-450-sl/46676)
**Author:** [@Docnick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Docnick)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [January 28, 2020, 10:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/market-value-of-a-very-clean-1973-mercedes-450-sl/46676 "2020-01-28T10:36:34Z")
A retired freidn is selling a very clean 1973 Merecedes 450 SL with 2 tops, since his wife will no longer be driving it. The car has been professionallly maintained by the dealer and in the last 10 years only drive… --- ## [2017 Volvo XC60 T5 Dynamic](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-volvo-xc60-t5-dynamic/112984)
**Author:** [@pranavs](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pranavs)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 1, 2018, 1:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-volvo-xc60-t5-dynamic/112984 "2018-03-01T13:44:26Z")
Hi, I’m looking at a used 2017 Volvo XC60 T5 Dynamic AWD model from a dealership which has about 14k miles on it. Any advice on what pitfalls to avoid?The CARFAX reports looks ok. --- ## [Suzuki Verona 05](https://community.cartalk.com/t/suzuki-verona-05/93742)
**Author:** [@Beef\_Jerky](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Beef_Jerky)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2016, 6:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/suzuki-verona-05/93742 "2016-07-14T06:46:30Z")
I'll try to be brief, I don't want to bore anybody, I just want some outside opinions on a course of action. I am not knowledgeable about cars, though I am wishing I were about now. My Suzuki has been in and out of may… --- ## [1980 Datsun Pick Up](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1980-datsun-pick-up/93174)
**Author:** [@eliyellow](https://community.cartalk.com/u/eliyellow)\ **Replies:** 53\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2016, 5:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1980-datsun-pick-up/93174 "2016-05-09T17:21:51Z")
About to go look at a 1980 Datsun pick up truck that is this : https://westernmass.craigslist.org/cto/5539665786.html Anyone know anything about what I should be looking out for, given that the truck has been sitting f… --- ## [2004 Ford Escape vs 1998 Volvo V70](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-ford-escape-vs-1998-volvo-v70/93089)
**Author:** [@coopersan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/coopersan)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [April 22, 2016, 8:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-ford-escape-vs-1998-volvo-v70/93089 "2016-04-22T08:35:45Z")
Hi, trying to chose one of them, both are in excellent shape. both are have 114k mileage. Based on your experience, which one would you chose and why? --- ## [New to me Legacy 2015-11,495mi. pre-owned certified](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-to-me-legacy-2015-11-495mi-pre-owned-certified/92724)
**Author:** [@helpanoldlady](https://community.cartalk.com/u/helpanoldlady)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [March 12, 2016, 11:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-to-me-legacy-2015-11-495mi-pre-owned-certified/92724 "2016-03-12T11:33:05Z")
On the way home from purchasing this 2.5i Premium the BRAKE light started flashing when I got to 40mph. - yes, the emergency brake was off. Car was roaring like the brake was on-ablut 5 mi. to home. When I drove it back… --- ## [Advice on used small hatchback, reliable, cheap to maintain](https://community.cartalk.com/t/advice-on-used-small-hatchback-reliable-cheap-to-maintain/92155)
**Author:** [@sugarpond](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sugarpond)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [January 8, 2016, 5:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/advice-on-used-small-hatchback-reliable-cheap-to-maintain/92155 "2016-01-08T05:26:08Z")
My 1998 Volvo, the only car I have ever owned, is starting to drain my $$$ as it gracefully ages. I'm looking for a used car that is small (squeeze into any opening during alternate side parking in Brooklyn), has a hatch… --- ## [Wheelchair accessible, 4x4 van... for snowplowing?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wheelchair-accessible-4x4-van-for-snowplowing/92076)
**Author:** [@rbgarr](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rbgarr)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [December 30, 2015, 6:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wheelchair-accessible-4x4-van-for-snowplowing/92076 "2015-12-30T18:35:36Z")
Question about independent driving as we age: I won't be surprised, or at least want to be prepared for, a future in which I may be wheelchair bound but still able to drive. My grandfather and father both dealt with thos… --- ## ['93 Volvo 940 Wagon: Will it make it?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/93-volvo-940-wagon-will-it-make-it/91528)
**Author:** [@TimE](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TimE)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [October 29, 2015, 10:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/93-volvo-940-wagon-will-it-make-it/91528 "2015-10-29T10:44:18Z")
I am looking to buy a 1993 Volvo 940 Wagon. The main purpose of this vehicle is to get us from South Carolina to Wisconsin and back. (about 1,100 mi. each way.) The car in question has 219,911 miles on it. As I made a… --- ## [Does it make sense to own a car if I don't drive much?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-it-make-sense-to-own-a-car-if-i-dont-drive-much/91271)
**Author:** [@92Civic](https://community.cartalk.com/u/92Civic)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [September 27, 2015, 1:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-it-make-sense-to-own-a-car-if-i-dont-drive-much/91271 "2015-09-27T01:08:36Z")
It looks like my 1992 Civic has reached the end of its road at only 117k. I purchased it new and put most of those miles on it during the first half of its life. For the second half, I've averaged about 1500 miles a year… --- ## [Moved to Colorado need new ride](https://community.cartalk.com/t/moved-to-colorado-need-new-ride/90923)
**Author:** [@kcyaker](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kcyaker)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [August 25, 2015, 2:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/moved-to-colorado-need-new-ride/90923 "2015-08-25T02:04:42Z")
I need a used car that I can 1) haul things in (I've been driving a '98 Sub Impreza Outback Sport) 2) drive up into the mountains and over the passes at the speed limit 3) is affordable (to me that is $15K) 4) decen… --- ## [Frustrating mystery problem with 2004 Honda Civic si Coupe](https://community.cartalk.com/t/frustrating-mystery-problem-with-2004-honda-civic-si-coupe/90945)
**Author:** [@SedonaHippieChick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SedonaHippieChick)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2015, 5:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/frustrating-mystery-problem-with-2004-honda-civic-si-coupe/90945 "2015-08-21T05:52:14Z")
So I bought this car from a neighbor back in June. It drove fine for about 3 weeks, and then one day when I went to start the car, it acted like the battery was going bad. This didn't make any sense to me, because the … --- ## [Used Ford Fusion Hybrid Features](https://community.cartalk.com/t/used-ford-fusion-hybrid-features/90850)
**Author:** [@FusionFan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/FusionFan)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2015, 9:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/used-ford-fusion-hybrid-features/90850 "2015-08-19T21:08:23Z")
Hello all, I just purchased a used 2013 Ford Fusion Hybrid SE for, what I think, is a steal. I say that because while driving home I found that the car had many many more features in place than the dealership knew abou… --- ## [Seeking Advice: 1st Time Car Buyer](https://community.cartalk.com/t/seeking-advice-1st-time-car-buyer/90900)
**Author:** [@NJSurf732](https://community.cartalk.com/u/NJSurf732)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2015, 6:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/seeking-advice-1st-time-car-buyer/90900 "2015-08-17T06:13:20Z")
Hi All, Boy do I need your help! I'm a first-time car buyer and I am utterly overwhelmed by the amount of choices out there. Hoping that this community of auto enthusiasts can help me put a finer point on my search f… --- ## [Lost keys and a different ignition switch](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lost-keys-and-a-different-ignition-switch/90803)
**Author:** [@slloyd](https://community.cartalk.com/u/slloyd)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 4, 2015, 2:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lost-keys-and-a-different-ignition-switch/90803 "2015-08-04T02:45:32Z")
Hey I'm new here and I was wanting to get some help. I have a 1999 Nissan frontier which I bought about two years ago. The truck came with two different keys one for unlocking the doors and the other to turn on the ignit… --- ## [Recommendations](https://community.cartalk.com/t/recommendations/90556)
**Author:** [@murphygal](https://community.cartalk.com/u/murphygal)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [July 11, 2015, 3:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/recommendations/90556 "2015-07-11T03:48:18Z")
Hi all. I am dizzy with all the Used Car recommendation sites and have decided to choose this one and stick with it. I am in the market for a solid used car under $10,000. If this is an appropriate topic, would the Commu… --- ## [Fix or replace old car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fix-or-replace-old-car/89594)
**Author:** [@KJ74](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KJ74)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2015, 6:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fix-or-replace-old-car/89594 "2015-04-11T06:56:40Z")
My son drives our 1991 Honda Accord that we bought 21 years ago. It has 250k miles on it and hasn't given us any trouble other than routine maintenance issues. That is, until this past year. It started burning through th… --- ## [My car won't start!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-car-wont-start/89207)
**Author:** [@TYger94](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TYger94)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 5, 2015, 9:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-car-wont-start/89207 "2015-03-05T21:00:54Z")
My Chevy Cobalt will not start in cold weather. I don't think bad battery is the case here because it's started in warmer temperatures. Any ideas on what could be wrong?? --- ## [VIN Check Showing Car as Total Loss](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vin-check-showing-car-as-total-loss/88787)
**Author:** [@DancingSpider](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DancingSpider)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [January 27, 2015, 7:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vin-check-showing-car-as-total-loss/88787 "2015-01-27T19:58:45Z")
Hi There, I am seeking any possible help for a situation I am in. In December, I was in an accident. I was not at fault. I allowed my insurance company to handle to repairs through one of their approved shops as the insu… --- ## [My 99 Ford Taurus, Fuel pump, fuel injectors fuel filter? Having trouble starting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-99-ford-taurus-fuel-pump-fuel-injectors-fuel-filter-having-trouble-starting/88699)
**Author:** [@Nat\_Nat](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Nat_Nat)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2015, 12:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-99-ford-taurus-fuel-pump-fuel-injectors-fuel-filter-having-trouble-starting/88699 "2015-01-16T00:29:48Z")
I bought a used 99 Ford Taurus about 6 months ago. First is just didn't start smoothly. But it started. I was never worried that it wasn't going to start, I could just tell the difference. Then one cold day a few weeks a… --- ## [Used bmw car tyres](https://community.cartalk.com/t/used-bmw-car-tyres/88412)
**Author:** [@johnxz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/johnxz)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [December 19, 2014, 10:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/used-bmw-car-tyres/88412 "2014-12-19T22:07:48Z")
hi guys, i bought a used car from Mitsubishi place about 2 month ago, we went to the car serves and they said the tyre are below 1.5, (minimum are 1.6) so we went back to the Mitsubishi place and asked them if you guys … --- ## [Which is the best camper-van for a long road trip?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-is-the-best-camper-van-for-a-long-road-trip/87830)
**Author:** [@Ann\_Lachman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ann_Lachman)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2014, 4:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-is-the-best-camper-van-for-a-long-road-trip/87830 "2014-10-27T04:56:11Z")
I am going on an extended road trip. Looking for a camper van. so far, choices are:1995 GMC Vandura 2500 Travelr van $3,500.;1984 VW vanagon $10,000 -lots of new stuff..1995 VW Eurovan Full Camper $5,000. 264,000 miles(!… --- ## [Miles vs newness for a used car purchase?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/miles-vs-newness-for-a-used-car-purchase/87426)
**Author:** [@Chelonian](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Chelonian)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [October 2, 2014, 11:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/miles-vs-newness-for-a-used-car-purchase/87426 "2014-10-02T23:36:53Z")
For example, what's a better buy? 2004 Camry (10 yrs old) with 150k miles vs 1998 Corolla (16 yrs) with 90k miles. Is there any heuristic to "weight" car recency and miles? --- ## [1997 blazer intake replacement please help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-blazer-intake-replacement-please-help/87333)
**Author:** [@settersj19](https://community.cartalk.com/u/settersj19)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2014, 8:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-blazer-intake-replacement-please-help/87333 "2014-09-24T08:55:13Z")
please help me out.... i recently replaced my lower intake gaskets, left and right. i can get the vehicle to start,but the coolant is INSTANTLY going into the oil. and i mean INSTANTLY. i cant fill the radiator. did i cr… --- ## [1999 Mazda B2500 Idel Issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-mazda-b2500-idel-issue/85906)
**Author:** [@Rye](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rye)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2014, 3:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-mazda-b2500-idel-issue/85906 "2014-08-15T03:48:00Z")
I have a 99' Mazda B2500 5 speed manual transition that will idle high some times while Im driving, that is in motion coating or in gear. It idles high enough it will cause the truck to speed up or maintain speed when i… --- ## [Subaru Forester 2005 Small & Large Evap Leaks detected](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-forester-2005-small-amp-large-evap-leaks-detected/86261)
**Author:** [@hskirkey](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hskirkey)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2014, 8:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-forester-2005-small-amp-large-evap-leaks-detected/86261 "2014-07-29T08:18:21Z")
Hello! I have a 2005 Subaru Forester with about 124,000 miles. I've had her since 2012. This year has been rough for her and every month or so there seems to be something that I need to fix. This time, the check engi… [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/tag/used/481.md?match_all_tags=true&page=1&tags%5B%5D=used)