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📍 Buy the most boring, well-maintained car you can find. Style is a luxury; transport is a necessity. To help you find the best options, let me know: What is your total cash budget or monthly payment limit ? How many miles do you drive per day?
An old BMW is cheap to buy but will bankrupt you in repairs. Dark, burnt-smelling oil or cloudy coolant are major
Don't skip the inspection to save $100; it could cost you $2,000 later.
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Look for mid-2000s Toyota Corollas, Honda Civics, or Mazda 3s.