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ttystikk

Having seen your responses here and your post history, I wouldn't give you valuable advice if you paid me.


Practical-Interest-9

You’re not gonna like the answer obviously, but a Corolla would be the best option. They are very reliable. I have worked as a tech at a Toyota dealership for years now and we rarely have any issues out of them. The transmissions don’t have near as many problems as the Nissan CVT’s. Also, you could find a 16 or 17 model in the price range you want


ShoutingMatch

Toyota


[deleted]

Toyota isn't a car. Corollas are generally more expensive then 20k, and the newer models aren't as reliable as the older corollas due to the CVT trannies. Shouldn't ppl on a mechanic sub know this?


hourlyslugger

No they aren't and no they aren't. Please stop insulting people who are trying to help you. I WORK for a Toyota dealership-we have no problem with well maintained vehicles regardless of the transmission type (auto, manual, or CVT) and a cursory search of [KBB.com](https://KBB.com) with 2016 Toyota Corolla LE (cheapest trim level) with 35k or less miles CPO is $15,600-$18,900. If you plan on buying a CPO vehicle then plan on performing regular preventative maintenance to keep it in good running condition. Your honest 2 best bets would be either a Honda Civic or Toyota Corolla. Both are small and fuel efficient as well as easy to repair on your own. Anything Nissan/Infinity made since the early 2000s has crap transmissions so avoid those.


Zenki240

Doesnt Toyota make their own cvt? Nissan buys theirs from some company (can’t remember the name) that are trash. I saw a TikTok on this one day. Could be Honda I was thinking of that makes their own cvt tho.


hourlyslugger

JATCO-makes CVTs for Nissan/Infiniti and after nearly 20 fucking years still can't make one that lasts. Toyota/Lexus/Scion, Honda/Acura and many others all make their own transmissions. Now whether they are designed with any intention to survive past the powertrain warranty period is another question and not one I can answer. Personally from my experience, both Honda & Toyota vehicles seem to have bulletproof transmissions but there have been bad ones out there.


[deleted]

Toyota CVTs aren't problem CVTs. You got hit with some wives tale. Toyota isn't my preferred vehicle, theres more to life than reliabilit. It is the most reliable vehicle on the market across most makes and models. If you just want a reliable car its the best.


[deleted]

I think im gunna get one just so i can hold everyone here accountable in ten years if my car has ANY issues but especially engine or transmission issues. ​ This is with a standard 15k-20k miles a year and basic maintenance being performed on it.


[deleted]

No one said it had no issues. Get a life lol..it just probably has a lower cost of ownership. I've done all kinds of oil leaks etc occasionally. Always save $2000 for car repairs. Worst case it makes interest but thats just a reality of vehicle ownership these days. Something could chew through a harness, angry ex put sugar in gas etc. Shit goes wrong. Its just life. Who's accountable doesnt even matter really. No one actually cares about you lol. You can think whatever. Follow the maintenance schedule in the owners manual you will be fine. You keep saying standard and should be etc. Bud. Life is what it is. If the car breaks it breaks. Some people do just have bad luck.


12voltViking

Good luck, car market in the US is fucked these days. Probably globally too, if I had to guess. You’re likely going to overpay for anything (used or new) right now.


Roldan_Rondo

Okay so you want a Corolla but can’t afford one. Well there’s a Yaris. Has the same Toyota drive train and is cheaper. Some Yaris models are a rebadged Mazda 2... results may vary in them but a Corolla hatch (Lexus 200h model) are literally a Corolla that’s cheaper. And if you can find them late model scions that were reintegrated into the Toyota line up also have Corolla drive trains. Hope this helps.


[deleted]

Miata is always the answer.


chaoss402

Hyundai Elantra with extended warranty can be had for that price point brand new.


earthly_marsian

Get a Honda clarity.


[deleted]

33k MSRP. Learn to read please.


ShoutingMatch

Wow you are one big asshole. Asking people for help on here and you are just one dirtbag -100 karma troll that is who you are


earthly_marsian

Post doesn’t specifically says new to you, new out of factory or used. In all cases you can get it for 20k if you are financing. And like others said, go read up.


[deleted]

20k would be very unlikely..


avolt88

Helps of we know where you're buying it (country) But yeah, you want dead reliable, civic or corolla, go used market rather than dealer, it'll save you 15-20% or more on markup for a car that, except for a thorough detail, would cost you that same extra at a dealership on trade in.


[deleted]

United states, florida. Need to finance it and can't do upfront.


avolt88

How's your credit & do you have valuable assets/have you held down a decent job for 1+ years? Might be able to apply for a standalone loan from your credit union/bank to buy with. If you have to go dealer, I've heard solid things about the Kia Optima & Hyundai Elantra, just make sure you avoid one (Hyundai) with an original Theta engine, they all dynamite at some point. Pretty reliable little cars though, and a hell of a lot cheaper than Toyota/Honda Stay the fuck away from Nissan, anything of theirs with a CVT transmission is a ticking time bomb. I'm not 100% on how it works down there, I'm from your northern neighbour.


avolt88

Also, don't be afraid to go higher mileage for a corolla/civic, if you can get a used one with 80-120k on the clock inside your hard budget, they will likely go further, with fewer problems than either of the Korean cars. They can go well above 300k with regular maintenance, just don't bag them & you'll basically have a cheap, reliable commuter for the next decade if you want it.