Bought an 03 corolla with 60000 miles on it 2 years ago in the Uk for 1800 dollars (well, equivalent in pounds) and it's been great, didn't realise how good a deal I got on it. Been lovely driving it, no issues.
Good advice. We are looking for a new used car and have run across a couple of the red flags mentioned here. It is also a good idea to get a pre-purchase inspection by a trusted mechanic. Especially if you are not the most mechanically inclined person. The last one we looked at was okay until they put it on a lift. The underside had too much rust and we walked away.
Thank you for the info. Everyone needs a friend like you when looking for a car. I have a 2011 Impala that runs great but does have an oil leak and a lot of highway miles. I do need a new car,but it is a little scary of the folks that sell vehicles independent or car dealers.
All good points. I would add that the country of manufacture plays an important role in the quality of the car. Check the VIN - Japanese cars "manufactured in Japan" the VIN starts with a "J" and are of better quality (probably like the Nissan in this vid). Cars made in North America the VIN start with either a 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5. The number for Canada is "2" and while not as good as Japan built models, rank second - in my experience. Dealerships will say it doesn't matter.
Awesome video, especially part about owners and their house. If owner/S have a nice taken care place, chances are they also took care of the car. I never seen owner with junky place and awesome car, usually car is as beaten up as their place.
I am in the process of looking for a used car, thanks for the tips. I have heard that the Nissan has a belt driven CVT transmission that can slip, or cause it to shudder, when passing, and bad about failing. But it seems every car or truck has something. Chevy Equinox with small piston rings, and oil use, caused by blow by, to 2018 Ford F-150 with a one time use dripping oil pans, and belt driven oil pumps. They seem like they are not making them to last. That's why I try to maintain the older ones I have, and run them until they can't go no more.
Good video and tips, thanks. Also, don't be in a rush to buy, take your time. Be a bit flexible about make and model, you may find a really cherry car that's not a brand you considered. Bring a car-savvy friend, extra eyes, handy with an OBD-II scanner and a good BS meter. Finally, for service or major repairs, if there's no paper, it didn't happen. Finally, as you say, a few dings, surface blemishes and other niggles are part of buying a $3000 car.
great video and much needed in today's world. How can people spend so much on their new cars. One day the economy is going to come off the tracks and there will be so many defaults and bad car loans.
Pro tip: if you call someone about a car, you should say "I am calling about the car for sale" and if they say "what car are you interested in?" Hang up
Except a Corolla or civic, if it’s been cared for, can easily hit 500k miles like it’s nothing. A Nissan with a Jatco most likely ain’t lasting that many miles, but as you said; $3k for 3-4 years of a car isn’t a bad thing! God bless~
I want to add that there’s no shame in buying a used car that isn’t considered flashy. I recently bought an 18 year old car for a few thousand dollars that was owned by an older man and he had all the records. Having a paid off car feels much better than a payment, even if I can afford one.
Make sure the title has their name on it. Can’t stress enough. I bought a car years ago that the title was all fucked up and it was a pain in the ass to register it. Don’t support title jumpers/flippers. Seriously
@@kenk8215 he literally said buying a 20 year old Nissan is a better choice in the first 10 seconds of the video. Lol next time at least watch the video.
@@Hellcat71782 If you watch the video in it's entirety his point is that if you are on a tight budget it can be better to buy a newer Nissan with fewer miles than an older Toyota or Honda with more miles for the same amount of money.
1997 Corolla here still going strong,it has rescued many of my friends who brand new car has left them stranded,I’ll rather sell my 2009 maxima than let my 97 Corolla go.
Bought an 03 corolla with 60000 miles on it 2 years ago in the Uk for 1800 dollars (well, equivalent in pounds) and it's been great, didn't realise how good a deal I got on it. Been lovely driving it, no issues.
Woow!!!
Good advice. We are looking for a new used car and have run across a couple of the red flags mentioned here. It is also a good idea to get a pre-purchase inspection by a trusted mechanic. Especially if you are not the most mechanically inclined person. The last one we looked at was okay until they put it on a lift. The underside had too much rust and we walked away.
Thank you for the info. Everyone needs a friend like you when looking for a car. I have a 2011 Impala that runs great but does have an oil leak and a lot of highway miles. I do need a new car,but it is a little scary of the folks that sell vehicles independent or car dealers.
All good points. I would add that the country of manufacture plays an important role in the quality of the car. Check the VIN - Japanese cars "manufactured in Japan" the VIN starts with a "J" and are of better quality (probably like the Nissan in this vid). Cars made in North America the VIN start with either a 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5. The number for Canada is "2" and while not as good as Japan built models, rank second - in my experience. Dealerships will say it doesn't matter.
What this means is I need to hire a mechanic for the inspection....great video btw
Awesome video, especially part about owners and their house. If owner/S have a nice taken care place, chances are they also took care of the car. I never seen owner with junky place and awesome car, usually car is as beaten up as their place.
I am in the process of looking for a used car, thanks for the tips. I have heard that the Nissan has a belt driven CVT transmission that can slip, or cause it to shudder, when passing, and bad about failing. But it seems every car or truck has something. Chevy Equinox with small piston rings, and oil use, caused by blow by, to 2018 Ford F-150 with a one time use dripping oil pans, and belt driven oil pumps. They seem like they are not making them to last. That's why I try to maintain the older ones I have, and run them until they can't go no more.
Very good comprehensive video. I may have missed it - was it mentioned to check the pavement under the car for leaking fluids after the test drive?
Good video and tips, thanks. Also, don't be in a rush to buy, take your time. Be a bit flexible about make and model, you may find a really cherry car that's not a brand you considered. Bring a car-savvy friend, extra eyes, handy with an OBD-II scanner and a good BS meter. Finally, for service or major repairs, if there's no paper, it didn't happen. Finally, as you say, a few dings, surface blemishes and other niggles are part of buying a $3000 car.
great video and much needed in today's world. How can people spend so much on their new cars. One day the economy is going to come off the tracks and there will be so many defaults and bad car loans.
Pro tip: if you call someone about a car, you should say "I am calling about the car for sale" and if they say "what car are you interested in?" Hang up
Why?
They could have a few cars for sale. Not uncommon
@@Hellcat71782 never buy are car from a flipper
@@pricetagcitrus curbside flipper. avoid them.
@@pricetagcitrus They could be a car flipper. So they won't know about the history of the car & you'll probably end up paying more.
Except a Corolla or civic, if it’s been cared for, can easily hit 500k miles like it’s nothing. A Nissan with a Jatco most likely ain’t lasting that many miles, but as you said; $3k for 3-4 years of a car isn’t a bad thing!
God bless~
Great vid, I think I'll add some roof racks to my sentra lol
I want to add that there’s no shame in buying a used car that isn’t considered flashy. I recently bought an 18 year old car for a few thousand dollars that was owned by an older man and he had all the records. Having a paid off car feels much better than a payment, even if I can afford one.
Don’t forget checking for leaks!
Stay away from junky German cars, as per Scotty Kilmer.
True a Honda or Toyota with higher miles will have more issues.
Pro tip, don't always listen to Kilmer
Make sure the title has their name on it. Can’t stress enough. I bought a car years ago that the title was all fucked up and it was a pain in the ass to register it. Don’t support title jumpers/flippers. Seriously
What if you're buying from an agent or dealership
Know your stuff before you go. Because they will see you coming (if you get my drift).
Nissan used to be good but not anymore like before like from the 1980s and 1990s.
Never take advice from a dude saying to buy a used Nissan over a used Honda or Toyota.
I don't think he said that.
What I understood is that when you are on a budget, you don't have to insist on Honda or Toyota
That's not what he said.
@@kenk8215 he literally said buying a 20 year old Nissan is a better choice in the first 10 seconds of the video. Lol next time at least watch the video.
@@Hellcat71782 If you watch the video in it's entirety his point is that if you are on a tight budget it can be better to buy a newer Nissan with fewer miles than an older Toyota or Honda with more miles for the same amount of money.
@@kenk8215 ya and he’s wrong
1997 Corolla here still going strong,it has rescued many of my friends who brand new car has left them stranded,I’ll rather sell my 2009 maxima than let my 97 Corolla go.
You paid too much