Best Used Cars for under $5,000

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Greatest Sports Automobile: 1989-1997 Mazda Miata
The Miata was my generations MGB or Fiat 124, a basic, lightweight, four cylinder sports automobile. It reminded every person that a affordable two seat sports cars did not have to be mega-dollar exotics. Having owned and restored a number of classic import sports cars in the past I was excited when I got to drive my 1st Miata and adore obtaining behind the wheel of any MX5. If you are looking for the perfect automobile for commuting, enjoyable weekend getaways, and a track-day or autocross every single now and once more you can't go wrong with a Miata. We even found some later model Miata's for under $5K, then again, they appeared to have dubious modifications.

Most effective SUV: 1996-2002 Toyota 4Runner
A awesome all around SUV for fun and family with Toyota's bulletproof V6, it is smooth, comfortable, with sufficient room for the family members with out becoming an oversized gas guzzler. four Wheel Drive models are quite superior for light off-road driving. Our nearby classifieds had many listed for nicely under $5000.

Preferred 4X4:1987-1997 Jeep Wrangler
Jeeps are legendary and considering that they appear pretty much the identical since the 1940's it genuinely does not matter what year you purchase, stay away from Jeeps with heavy modifications for the off road, as a lot of-times they are unbearable on the road. We discovered a number of with and without having hardtops, both stock and modified, just be positive to get a 6-cylinder.

Ideal Sedan: 2000-2001 BMW
Powered by a four.4 litre V8 with twin overhead camshafts and four valves per cylinder develops 282 horsepower at 5700 rpm and is mated to a five-speed automatic transmission only. These are stout vehicles, but be certain to purchase the very best 1 you can acquire. These pop up in the classifieds all the time, wonderful luck obtaining 1 with out 22" wheels.

Greatest Convertible: 1987-1993 Ford Mustang.
Certain there are slightly newer convertibles in the classifies for under $5k, but they are mostly Chrysler or Mitsubishi merchandise. The Fox Body Mustang is 1 of the preferred values on the road, the 2.three liter 4 cylinder is ok for cruising, but the five. v8 is the engine you want. With over 200 horsepower and additional bolt on aftermarket performance parts than just about any vehicle on the road the five. is not only low cost to construct, but affordable to run.

Preferred Hatchback: 2002-2004 Ford Focus ZX3.
The Ford Focus was 1 of the 1st in a series of Enjoyable Fords, with its European Styling, wonderful VW Golf like handling, and peppy DOHC 4 cylinders they proved to be not only enjoyable to drive but outstanding all around vehicles. I liked the Focus so much I have owned three of them. Beware of 2000 and 2001 models as they had a couple of bugs, but all issues had been worked out by 2002, there is a huge aftermarket for the Focus as properly, in reality my father still drives a 2001 Focus that I put together for him as a commuter automobile, I installed a Jackson Racing Supercharger, Borla Exhaust, SVT Suspension, and ST220 wheels to make a even hotter hatchback that is a blast to drive, and with 136,000 miles on the clock it still feels strong and is enjoyable to drive.