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Anyone else like driving econobox cars? (lemmy.world)

submitted 1 year ago by mrnono99@lemmy.world to c/cars@lemmy.world

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I've always been cheap when it comes to cars, as long as it has the basic necessities (A/C and Radio) I've been happy. A few weeks ago I picked up a 2019 Versa (5 speed) with 49K miles on it from my credit union's repo lot for 10K; the credit union also offered .99% interest so overall I feel pretty good about the purchase. The simplicity and efficiency has me in straight econobox nirvana and was wondering if there are other weirdos out there like me who just love a good bare bones car that does one thing and one thing only, going from A to B.

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[–] LanyrdSkynrd@lemmy.world 1 points 1 year ago (3 children)

That's a really good deal for a car right now, even a car like the versa that sells new for under 20k. I got hit by a pickup this morning and am likely going to need to buy a new car in a hurry. I would take that deal in a second.

I usually prefer to buy a new econobox vs spending more on a used SUV or whatever. Unfortunately there really aren't many cheap econoboxes left. Even the cheapest cars are only available in higher trim levels, bringing them well over $20k.

Anyone have any cheap new car suggestions?

[–] mrnono99@lemmy.world 1 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Mitsubishi Mirage? 2023 starts at 16K. I’m pretty sure that and the Versa are two of of the cheapest new cars you can buy in America these days. Anyone know something I don’t?

[–] LanyrdSkynrd@lemmy.world 2 points 1 year ago (1 children)

No Mitsubishi dealer near me, unfortunately. The mirage was the first car I considered. I don't mind getting a car from somewhere far away, but I'd have nowhere to get warranty service unless I drove 3 hours each time.

I had a Versa as a rental a few years ago, I think it's too basic for me for the new price.

I appreciate your suggestions. I'm going today to check out a Toyota Carolla.

[–] mrnono99@lemmy.world 3 points 1 year ago

I mean, you can never go wrong with a Corolla. Thing will still be running 100 years from now.

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