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n00b
Join Date: Nov 2002
Location: New Hampshire/Originally CT
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Buying a Used Car
Let me first give you a little background. I recently graduated college(May 2004) with a degree in Sociology. I had ever intention of taking a year off and then heading back to start on my Masters and PHD. I had planned on working in whatever job I could find and mainly focusing on getting a paper published/presented and raising my GRE scores. However, I found a job that pays me much more than most people my age are making so I decided to take a second year off and focus on starting school Fall 2006.
With that being said, it has come time to buy a car. I currently drive a 1994 Ford Taurus with 170,000 miles on it that I have had for 4 years. This next car really needs to last for 5-7 years as I will not be in the financial situation to afford much while I am school. I also need a car that is cheap to maintain for the same reason. I am also very tall, 6'7", so leg room is important. I am willing to spend up to $15,000. I have test driven both a 2002 Camry and a 2002 Altima. I fit in both and both just fall in my price range. I also fit into the older Camry body style so a 2000 or 2001 Camry is an option. Anybody have any thoughts on either the Camry or Altima? Also, anyone have any other suggestions? I have done a lot of research on both Edmunds and CR and am more looking for the personal experience side of things. Any help is greatly appreciated. |
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Rider Of Rohan
Join Date: Jul 2001
Location: Port Angeles, WA or Helm's Deep
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You can't go wrong with the Camry. I owned a 2001 and was 100% satisfied with it. But take a look at the 2002 Maxima if you get a chance. She flies.
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General Manager
Join Date: Oct 2004
Location: New Mexico
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I have owned two camrys - they are very reliable.
I might also suggest you look into a used Infiniti. Not sure whether it exactly fits what you're looking for, but they are extremely comfortable. |
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Coordinator
Join Date: Oct 2000
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I'd say both, along with a Honda Accord in the same age range, would be great for your needs.
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College Benchwarmer
Join Date: Nov 2003
Location: New York
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Buy American.
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Pro Starter
Join Date: Oct 2000
Location: Cary, NC
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He is. The Camry is mostly made here now, isn't it?
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College Benchwarmer
Join Date: Nov 2003
Location: New York
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n00b
Join Date: Nov 2002
Location: New Hampshire/Originally CT
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Suprisingly enough I do not fit into the Accord.
I actually test drove a 2001 Infiniti I30 that had around 60k miles on it and was listed for $12,900. It was a beautiful car but I did not fit comfortably enough. Is there a bigger Infiniti I should try? |
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