Must have manual transmission, 4 doors, and functional air conditioning.Looking to spend $3-6k (cash), and to buy in the next week.Under 150k miles preferred, but for the right price, it's not a necessity.
4/4/2012 7:01:39 PM
I have a 1993 Automatic Accord with following issues:Leaking Cam Tower SealsSlipping TransmissionFucked up Engine mountsStuck open thermostat (the good way, no heat in the winter though)Stuck left rear windowClock that reset to 1:00 randomlyA badly vibrating right wheelThe left front brake sticks if the car sits for too longMAKE AN OFFER
4/4/2012 11:33:37 PM
must be 4 doors?
4/5/2012 4:34:41 AM
errr double post[Edited on April 5, 2012 at 4:36 AM. Reason : f]
4/5/2012 4:36:23 AM
4/5/2012 4:55:53 AM
Still looking.
4/9/2012 1:33:16 PM
I got a 1999 Ford Escort ZX2 with 142000 miles, and it runs good, but doesn't have an AC. I just to see what you would offer for it if you want to buy it. I will start the price halfway between good and fair price points based on KBB data which ~$2200 (without the AC). If you interested just let me know. I just want see what I could get for it that's to say I am not set on selling it, but I just might. I just changed the oil in it, and it has four decent tires on it.
4/9/2012 2:42:47 PM
It's a two door. I'll also say I've owned a ZX2, and I have no wish to repeat the experience
4/9/2012 5:05:44 PM
I have a Sentra, but it's an automatic.But otherwise close![Edited on April 10, 2012 at 8:50 PM. Reason : Four doors, like 75k miles; 2004 with AC]
4/10/2012 8:39:39 PM
^ how much?
4/10/2012 10:10:41 PM
Thinking somewhere around 5k -- it's actually a 2003 and there's a slight dent in the rear bumper. Sorry about that -- I took my other car to San Antonio, so it's currently in Raleigh getting driven every so often by a friend. Out of sight, out of mind, but I'll be back next Tuesday.
4/10/2012 11:35:06 PM
No longer looking. Had a couple deals fall through after my mechanic looked them over and told me not to buy, and then realized I get serious discounts on a new car because of where I work. Not really a fan of Nissan, but I was out-the-door today for $11,500 on a new Nissan Versa 4-door sedan with a manual. It's a lot bigger in the back seat than the Corollas and Civics I had been looking at, and I should be able to get 40mpg out of it. Plus, it came with a maintenance package for the first 2 years that I didn't pay a dime for. That will likely far outlast two $5k used cars I'd buy with 125k miles or more on them, with no headaches about whatever the previous owner did to abuse them. Thanks, all.
4/11/2012 3:48:33 PM
sounds like you made out pretty good
4/11/2012 4:12:32 PM
I hate seeing old on the main board page so bttt
4/11/2012 7:15:47 PM
did you get manual everything on that Versa? also, the hatchback >>> sedan
4/11/2012 7:59:03 PM
Sedan >>> Hatchback for those with kids, and additionally, a few times a month I need to be able to lay down and get a nap because appointments are far away and far apart in time. The driver's seat reclines 100%, even with the car-seat in. There aren't many cars that can do that. Plus, the sedan gets a lot better mpg, if I recall. And while I'm no fan of the sedan's styling, the hatchback just looks gay.
4/11/2012 9:39:25 PM
Congrats on the new car.But 2 things. First, as mentioned the hatchback >>> sedan. Much more cargo space in the hatchback.Also:
4/12/2012 12:40:01 AM
also, NMSJ
4/12/2012 12:56:21 AM
I thought the Versa and Corolla were in the same class-ish.
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4/12/2012 4:05:03 PM
^^I'm glad it works for you. It is pretty great to have a vehicle warranty too
4/12/2012 4:55:58 PM
11.5k otd is awesome. good job
4/16/2012 6:49:28 AM
4/16/2012 9:32:46 AM
Took delivery of this Versa last week. It took a while because they have to special order any base Versa - nobody makes any money off it, so they don't even keep it on any lots from what I've found. It was tough even finding a dealer who would order it for me.It's everything I thought it would be - cheap, basic, and brand new. What I'm most happy about is its interior space. For < $12k, I have more rear legroom than a new Maxima. The trunk seems twice the size of my '02 Corolla. Halfway through my first tank, I'm averaging well over 40mpg. Bad stuff that would bother other people: road noise on the highway is a bit high, acceleration is non-existent, it has none of the stuff that makes life easier (power windows/locks/mirrors, cruise, not even a tachometer for a manual transmission), no trunk light, and a few other things.I've never had a new car before, so I'm not accustomed to many of those things anyway. I just hope I can treat this thing right and have it last a long, long time.
6/17/2012 3:15:24 AM
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6/18/2012 9:28:34 PM
i'd have to fix the no tach issue, other than that nice, cheap ride
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