New car decision

[maxomilll]

Hey, my moms looking to by a new vehical, in the price range 15- 20k seeing has her old Pontiac is starting to nickle and dim her. She is in her 50's wants something good on gas, small, and maybe alittle zippy. I was thinking a new civic would be suitable, but do you guys have and other opinons/suggestions?
Also possible a good car for sale?

Thanks

[Zero102]

$15-20k is a very low range for a brand new car, what kind of options would she prefer? Is A/C a necessity? Power windows/locks?

What Pontiac did she drive before, and what did/didn't she like about it?

These are all things that would really help to make a good informed decision.

Without knowing much else one of the best bang-for-your-buck cars out there right now is the Hyundai Elantra, and it can be pretty well optioned for under $20k.

When looking for new cars don't forget to factor in the following:
Documentation fee ~$500
Freight / PDI ~$1500
GST ~$1000

With these 3 things alone it will add about $3k to the price of any car you are looking at, so keep this in mind when considering the posted prices of most cars.

[A2VR6]

Honda Fit possibly?

[maxomilll]

AC is no big deal but she would like power windows/locks and such. She's driving a 1999 grand prix. The thing is huge shitty on fuel and all around just totally falling apart, but thanks for the input.

[eglove]

Originally posted by A2VR6
Honda Fit possibly?


^ this

[Weapon_R]

Brand new Pontiac G5 has 5500 rebate making it about $12k brand new

[jdmXSI]

Base model Subaru impreza starts at 20k, alittle over her budget but well worth the extra $!

[jonnycat]

Shed be happy with a slightly used Buick. Powertrain warranty unt 160,000kms

[Xtrema]

At top of your range:
Base Civic
Base Corolla
Base Matrix
Base Forte


Fit would probably be better is you want if you want a bit of budget for options.

And I'm sure you can get a very cheap Accent as well but I would rather go for the fit.

[Eleanor]

Fiesta?

[Xtrema]

Originally posted by Eleanor
Fiesta?

Good call. In price range and looks hot.

[A790]

Can get a Kia Forte for 20k well optioned.

[kaput]

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[IEatRice]

Originally posted by A2VR6
Honda Fit possibly?

:thumbsup:

[Tomaz]

MAZDA 3!!!!

(very biased)

Kia Forte:thumbsup:
Hyundai Accent:thumbsdow
Cobalt/G5:thumbsdow
Mazda 3:thumbsup:
Ford Focus:thumbsup:
Mitsu Lancer:thumbsup:
Subie Imprezza:thumbsup:
Honda Fit:thumbsdow
Honda Civic:thumbsup:
Susuki SX4:thumbsdow


Just to name a few...

[toastgremlin]

You could wait for the Fiesta or Mazda2, but I think the Mazda2 is coming out a fair bit after the Fiesta.

I liked the SX4, but it seems like I'm in the minority.

[Team_Mclaren]

why buy new when you can let someone else take the hit yet enjoy the warranty?

08/09 civic, mazda3, honda fit, corolla all fits her needs. If you want to save money buy a year old Korean car and save 10k.

[Redlyne_mr2]

Not a fan of the Focus in non SVT/RS trim.

[quadracer111]

Honda fit...

[barmanjay]

Originally posted by Team_Mclaren
why buy new when you can let someone else take the hit yet enjoy the warranty?

08/09 .......

good thinkin!

[slinkie]

Originally posted by eglove



^ this
lol at the chassis code instead of 'fit'