Friday, February 10, 2012

What is the best used car to buy? Honda Civic, Toyota Carolla, Nissan Sentra, Ford Focus?

I'd prefer to buy Ford as my grandfather and uncle worked for there company. I'd like to keep the automotive profits in the US even if the toyota, nissan, and honda plants are here. However, I really like the design and quality of the competitors. Feedback please?What is the best used car to buy? Honda Civic, Toyota Carolla, Nissan Sentra, Ford Focus?I used to drive a focus, and it was a great little car. I had no major problems with it, it was great on gas, it has enough power for a small car (if you get the Zetec engine), and you're right, keep the profits in this hemisphere.What is the best used car to buy? Honda Civic, Toyota Carolla, Nissan Sentra, Ford Focus?
Honda!!What is the best used car to buy? Honda Civic, Toyota Carolla, Nissan Sentra, Ford Focus?hmmmm def. not a Ford Focus. I think Honda Civic would be the best option. I prefer VW!
Honda CivicWhat is the best used car to buy? Honda Civic, Toyota Carolla, Nissan Sentra, Ford Focus?I agree but for reliability, resale and value I would go with the Honda Civic.What is the best used car to buy? Honda Civic, Toyota Carolla, Nissan Sentra, Ford Focus?
The Honda and Toyota are the only ones worth looking into as far as I'm concerned. Whatever emotional ties you have to Ford need to be put aside! These cars statistically outlast the others. I've driven all of them.
They are all good choices. My suggestion would be to go test drive all four, and just see which one you like the most. Tell the salesman that are driving the other three, and in fact tell him you REALLY like one of them (just make it up). That will give him an incentive to give you the best price.



In that segment, I would stay away from any of the GM products.What is the best used car to buy? Honda Civic, Toyota Carolla, Nissan Sentra, Ford Focus?
i know a mechanic, one of the best in texas.

he said when a toyota hits 100,000 miles

it is barely broken in.
i used to have a nissan sentra... it was my first car actually. it ran forever just needed oil changes... by the time it died( i was rear ended and insurance company totalled) it had 250,000 miles and NEVER needed any real work other than routine maintanence. I would sugest the nissan or the toyota. I share a honda with my husband and i hate the way it drives its a good reliable car but to me its just uncomfortable short turning radius, brakes dont feel right... blah blah blah but i cant say enough good things about the sentra
Honda and Toyota have developed a reputation for dependability. I bought a used Toyota and had it for years. Finally had to sell it because I moved and as far as I know the new owner still has it.



Ford has never developed a reputation for dependability. If you feel better buying a car because a relative worked for them good for you. Personally, I would rather purchase a car that has the dependability reputation.
civic
hondas are great cars-i've had my minivan for over 11 years! great gas mileage!!
my own rankings based on a number of criteria:



Honda Civic 94%



Ford Focus 92%



Toyota Corolla 90%



Nissan Sentra 82%
toyota is very well made car, especially corolla, so i think that will be the best option.
Honda civic = most fun to drive



don't buy a ford for those reasons -you don't owe Ford anything it's their own fault there are where they are now



buy a car you enjoy that is of good value
Speaking from experience:

Honda Civic - owned a 1976 model and my family was very happy with it and had it for many yrs - great on gas; low maintenance issues.

Nissan Sentra - have had 2 Nissan Maximas (one gave away (88 model), the other is "backup" for family emergencies(94)) Currently have a 2006 Nissan Murano. A common 'ailment' of the Nissan's were their electrical systems. Sometimes little glitches now and again. Also, the timing chain - keep an eye on that. Other than that - the engines are fantastic provided that you take them religiously to have their oil and filters changed. I elect to do it - irregardless of the mileage...every quarter of the year (March 31, June 30, Sept 30 and Dec 31). By doing so, the car remains very dependable.

My family have had Fords, and my dad swore by them, but all in all they were lotsa maintenance and pains in the rear over the years. My dad has finally kept with imports and has been more satisfied.



121807 4:45/17
the honda civic or the nissan sentra
chevy
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