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Posted by Mr.10psi (Member # 11062) on :
 
hey guys my commuter is going south on me and i need a new one, im looking for a bang for buck commuter car that is very reliable and priced fairly, somewhere under 6500$, preferaly under 5k but if the deals right then thats fine. ANy one whos had a very reliable long term commuter car would be appreciated on their advice. Feel free to give as much advice or recommendations ca fords. I need a car very soon. Thanks everyone.
 
Posted by 50Reasons (Member # 6452) on :
 
Can't go wrong with a Toyota
 
Posted by NEIGHT (Member # 8741) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by 50Reasons:
Can't go wrong with a Toyota
Apparently you can. [Razz]
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Posted by 93ex chp (Member # 9016) on :
 
Lmao lol hahahahahahahahaahahahaha. FAIL OF THE DAY!!!!
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Originally posted by NEIGHT:
quote:
Originally posted by 50Reasons:
Can't go wrong with a Toyota
Apparently you can. [Razz]
http://californiafords.com/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic;f=6;t=029692

 
Posted by macthizzle (Member # 3492) on :
 
1999 Honda Accord,5spd. Mine is approaching 288,000 miles and still going hard. Had timing belt done at 230k.
 
Posted by sic70stang (Member # 4347) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by NEIGHT:
quote:
Originally posted by 50Reasons:
Can't go wrong with a Toyota
Apparently you can. [Razz]
http://californiafords.com/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic;f=6;t=029692
Ahahhahaahhahaahahahahaha
 
Posted by AL STOCK (Member # 1852) on :
 
Toyota Prius 2006-2008.
 
Posted by adower (Member # 5955) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by 93ex chp:
Lmao lol hahahahahahahahaahahahaha. FAIL OF THE DAY!!!!
quote:
Originally posted by NEIGHT:
quote:
Originally posted by 50Reasons:
Can't go wrong with a Toyota
Apparently you can. [Razz]
http://californiafords.com/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic;f=6;t=029692
Lol!
 
Posted by sic70stang (Member # 4347) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by AL STOCK:
Toyota Prius 2006-2008.
He's looking for a good commuter, not looking for men
 
Posted by Built88LX (Member # 10758) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by sic70stang:
quote:
Originally posted by AL STOCK:
Toyota Prius 2006-2008.
He's looking for a good commuter, not looking for men
Haha I would lean toward either a Honda or acura they are probably the most reliable

[ 2015-11-11, 07:38 PM: Message edited by: Built88LX ]
 
Posted by hurting your feelings (Member # 13641) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by AL STOCK:
Toyota Prius 2006-2008.
There piles of shit. An there is a chance you will see a cock a inch from your face driving one just saying
 
Posted by 50Reasons (Member # 6452) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by NEIGHT:
quote:
Originally posted by 50Reasons:
Can't go wrong with a Toyota
Apparently you can. [Razz]
http://californiafords.com/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic;f=6;t=029692
Car still runs drives perfect even with the amount of miles on it just has the start issue that doesn't keep the car stranded or from starting ,just annoying is all .. But still a great commuter 😉👌 I would trust it to drive across the country also

[ 2015-11-11, 08:22 PM: Message edited by: 50Reasons ]
 
Posted by AL STOCK (Member # 1852) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by hurting your feelings:
quote:
Originally posted by AL STOCK:
Toyota Prius 2006-2008.
There piles of shit. An there is a chance you will see a cock a inch from your face driving one just saying
Talking from experience?
 
Posted by hurting your feelings (Member # 13641) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by AL STOCK:
quote:
Originally posted by hurting your feelings:
quote:
Originally posted by AL STOCK:
Toyota Prius 2006-2008.
There piles of shit. An there is a chance you will see a cock a inch from your face driving one just saying
Talking from experience?
Yes I worked for Toyota. An the dick part I would just have to take your word on it.
 
Posted by 92_5.0 (Member # 7624) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by hurting your feelings:
quote:
Originally posted by AL STOCK:
quote:
Originally posted by hurting your feelings:
quote:
Originally posted by AL STOCK:
Toyota Prius 2006-2008.
There piles of shit. An there is a chance you will see a cock a inch from your face driving one just saying
Talking from experience?
Yes I worked for Toyota. An the dick part I would just have to take your word on it.
That made no sense.
 
Posted by 9cobra7 (Member # 2812) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by hurting your feelings:
quote:
Originally posted by AL STOCK:
quote:
Originally posted by hurting your feelings:
quote:
Originally posted by AL STOCK:
Toyota Prius 2006-2008.
There piles of shit. An there is a chance you will see a cock a inch from your face driving one just saying
Talking from experience?
Yes I worked for Toyota. An the dick part I would just have to take your word on it.
Haha, spoken like a true Seahawks bandwagon fan lol. Well thought out response [worship]
 
Posted by SydeWaySix (Member # 3596) on :
 
I've had a couple different Prius and they're actually really reliable. Can't complain about the MPGs of your a commuter!
 
Posted by Robb (Member # 9444) on :
 
2000-2006 Nissan Sentras are decent commuters. You can find them in the $3000-$4000 range in good shape. I've had my 2006 for a couple years now, it has 197k miles on it and everything is original except the battery. Still runs like new. I get an average of 35 MPG according to the gauge.

[ 2015-11-12, 01:12 PM: Message edited by: Robb ]
 
Posted by sic70stang (Member # 4347) on :
 
my diesel is knocking down about 15mpg, but i got a buick regal for when i need 20mpg.
 
Posted by 90GT510 (Member # 9199) on :
 
Mustang gt.
 
Posted by SVTGhoust (Member # 20) on :
 
I use a 2002 Lexus ES300. Simple, good on gas, boring as hell but gets me where I am going without any hiccups. I;m thinking about selling it actually if you are interested.
 
Posted by 135.0 (Member # 4992) on :
 
BMW anything
 
Posted by hurting your feelings (Member # 13641) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by SydeWaySix:
I've had a couple different Prius and they're actually really reliable. Can't complain about the MPGs of your a commuter!
Dump before you have to put money in to them I see.
 
Posted by Mr.10psi (Member # 11062) on :
 
thanks for the replies fellas i have narrowed down my search to 92-96 camrys, 97-01camry, 98-02 honda accord 4cyl 5speed as i heard the autos have failure issues, 92-2000 honda civic coupe 5spd,85-95 toyota 22re truck5spd does anyone have or had any of these with over say 200k miles?Any advice is appreciated thanks cafords

[ 2015-11-12, 05:59 PM: Message edited by: Mr.10psi ]
 
Posted by wilit (Member # 3367) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by 135.0:
BMW anything
He said he wanted something reliable.
 
Posted by STREETFIGHTER50 (Member # 2973) on :
 
We have a '99 & 2011 Civic. Love em both. '99 is kinda beat looking, but still running very good @ almost 240k. If u can step up id get an 8th gen Civic.
 
Posted by Black 02 SS (Member # 5939) on :
 
22re pick up should be reliable and rather cheap to maintain. Replacement parts at the local auto parts stores don't cost too much and replacement motors are a dime a dozen. I've never worked on one but have heard second hand that they'r relatively easy to work on. The closest I can vouch is my uncle's 1992 he bought brand new and is still kicking 300k miles later.

EDIT: Personally, I have an 06 Accord V6 as a DD. I would find a 03-07 V6 coupe in manual if you can. Mine is a six speed sedan but those would fall out of your price range. Also look for a 02-03 CL Type S in manual (J32A1 motor, I believe) with lower miles.

I also have a 1992 SC400 that is just about to turn 180k and still runs better than many cars half its age but it also has had all its maintenance issues addressed by previous owners so I am lucky in that regard. I previously owned a 1996 SC300 with the 2JZGE motor (non turbo 3.0) and those are bulletproof as well as long as you take care of the maintenance. Both SC's (I6 and V8) would get shitty mileage though. I averaged about 18-21MPG in my SC300 in mixed driving.

[ 2015-11-13, 01:16 AM: Message edited by: Black 02 SS ]
 
Posted by 75 chevy (Member # 6717) on :
 
I have a prius...and it is a pretty gay car. But the cost to run the car is 1/4 of what it costs to run a mustang...Insurance, maintenance, gas,etc.. You can find a salvage title prius on Craigslist. Within your budget. And with all the money you save... Build a muscle car!
 
Posted by Built88LX (Member # 10758) on :
 
Did you ever find a decent commuter car?
 
Posted by 135.0 (Member # 4992) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by 75 chevy:
I have a prius...and it is a pretty gay car. But the cost to run the car is 1/4 of what it costs to run a mustang...Insurance, maintenance, gas,etc.. You can find a salvage title prius on Craigslist. Within your budget. And with all the money you save... Build a muscle car!
How did you handle the potential penis one inch from your face, lololol. Sorry someone said this about Prius earlier.
 
Posted by Mr.10psi (Member # 11062) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Built88LX:
Did you ever find a decent commuter car?
NO i havent bought a car yet im waiting till the new year if i do.Daily driving the stang now
 
Posted by Built88LX (Member # 10758) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Mr.10psi:
quote:
Originally posted by Built88LX:
Did you ever find a decent commuter car?
NO i havent bought a car yet im waiting till the new year if i do.Daily driving the stang now
That's probably your best bet in terms of reliability for a daily driver
 




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