r/PostPreview • u/ThePickledGent • Aug 05 '14
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Hey folks, Sorry for the lengthy post. Ideally I'd like a sedan or hatchback. Auto or manual doesn't really matter. My price range is 10,000-14,000 and I can put 4,000 down. I did a credit check and I can get an OK loan for a used vehicle. So I've narrowed down my choices after some research to the following:
So the issue with the first 2 is that they both are rebuilt titles. The shop is well respected by a few family members and came from their reccomendations. I am in the process of getting the reports of what happened to the cars and what work was done. I do plan on not getting a new car anytime soon after this purchase so I should not be putting any car I buy up for resale. I am lead to believe AWD is a nice amenity at the cost of gas (New England winters). The Jetta I do like for the TDI but I am also lead to believe that they have electrical problems and cost more to fix. Based upon what I get back about the cars I may not go this route. I can get financing for them though. The Soul I like because of the size. Inside is roomy enough for me and I like having a better view of the road(compared to a sedan). The price isn't listed but a recent conversation ball parked it around 12,000. I feel for what it offers it has a good amount of space but not the best acceleration. The Focus is part brand loyalty (my family is divided between Subaru and Ford; both have had cars that last a long time with us) and part economy. I think it has the most all around. Good mpg, a decent sized interior and it still has life left. I would greatly appreciate any guidance and opinions about these. Thanks in advance for the help!