5:03 "you know the Camry?" Shows a 1998 corolla instead. Also, the MLs were generally hated by a number of people because they were built in the US and weren't as solidly built as German made models like the C and E class of the time.
@@toddlehman928 Nice man, put tires on mine last year and installed 1 inch spacers all around, it filled out the fender real nice. Very subtle but a nice touch.
Mine is 1998 ml320, and nah you're wrong, depends on the car and the previous owner, and mine is damn sturdy and reliable, so nah, not all of them are bad, i like mine and I'll never sell it
Can confirm Nissan Xterra is amazing. I watched 2 college girls show up at a Jeep run in one and they literally beat the crap out of it for 10+ miles and nothing broke! I was shocked!
If you want fuel economy to go places, road trips then I’d say Subaru Forester and Outback (4 cyl versions). Good AWD system, works well off road, just use AT tyres if you want to improve the off road ability even more (you need traction not power)
I thought the only way to get Xterras with manual transmissions was to get the 2wd models...or maybe that's just the 1st gen. Yours was most likely a 2nd gen, especially with the 6 speed manual transmission and paired with 4wd.
You can crush a Toyota and it'd find a way to run lol. I have a Scion which is basically a cheaper Toyota and it's been a great car. My wife has a Honda Pilot and man it's a piece of junk, but the early Pilots just suck Honda over all is great.
The older Tahoes are a good choice. Had a Yukon XL with almost 300k on it when I sold it. I have an MDX now with 205k. It's been a good little suv too!
07-08 4WD Honda Pilot is solid (03-06 had transmission problems) if it's been well maintained. The VTM-4 Lock has worked very well in any muddy or snowy conditions I've put it in. Ours has 207,000 miles on it and has only stranded us once when the alternator died at 185,000 miles, otherwise it's been incredibly reliable. Change the oil regularly, service the transmission and 4WD every 75,000 miles, and put a new water pump and timing belt in every 100,000 miles and it will run forever. Ours still runs like it's new.
The lexus RX years you mentioned are technically rx330's, not 350's. I also think the 1st and 2nd gen CR-V deserves a spot. Not too hardcore on the offroading, but definitely dependable and well-made.
Completely forgot the Xj Cherokee. With the 4.0 which most of them have if they’re after 88’, they’re 300k+ mile engines and easy as hell to work on, not to mention cheap and parts are everywhere and the aftermarket support for them is massive. They also are extremely easy to lift and have a solid front and rear axle and seat 5 people with plenty of cargo space in the rear. Not sure how this was beaten out by an old merc suv and an Acura...
ive got a 97 pathfinder as my first car and man does this thing love to go. it just keeps ticking and has no faults wrong with it. the 4x4 is great and interior is not outdated and the exterior holds its own. but i also have to stick with nissan. xterra takes my hand
Wow I recently got my license and my grandma passed down her 09 RX350 and I was surprised to see it here. It only has 67,000 miles and I get to keep it till it dies. Balling on budget!
I own a Jeep Liberty with the 3.7L V6, and I swear it’s bulletproof! The 3.7L is actually fast too. You won’t believe me until you buy one then you’ll see. Also them 350 Tahoe’s are bad to the ass!
@@KAYJAYSTUDIOSYT i paid $1500 for mine over 2 years ago it was a silver limited 4x4 2000 model year. it had a missfire from a fuel injector leaking onto a spark plug but i fixed that fast. had 228k miles then and still running good to this day drive it every single day
Lexus, or one that you never mentioned thats spacious and reliable, 99-04 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4.0L, owned one and it was one of the best cars ive owned, reliable, and lots of aftermarket support
My mother had a 2002 MDX touring. I loved that thing. I was disappointed when she got a 2012 to replace it. It looked terrible, got horrid gas mileage, and had almost no ground clearance. Now, she has a 2016, which is better than the 2012, but nothing can beat the 2002. It’s still on the road today (I checked by searching up the plate since we live in California and the plate stays with the vehicle).
my mom had a 2002 top of the line mdx and kept it after she bought a 2011 model, we still have both, i drive the oldest one while my sister drives the 2011 both have 245k+ miles with the 02 model having 301k miles, still drives like a charm
I have a 2012 MDX and yeah it might have the best package (even tho it didn’t come with a tow hitch or roof racks) but it has 300 horse power and 270 flbs of torque and it’s a fun SUV to mess around with! I haven’t taken it off-road if besides a snowy road on the way up to the mountains so I can’t say much about that but it definitely can be a sleeper!
@@alexanderrealmuto3801 yes, have an 03 and things obviously aged but doesn’t seem to be slowing down anytime soon, highly highly recommend you check the undercarriages of any you look at though in case of frame rot
I wish station wagons were a thing again here so we can get every performance wagon from Europe including the rs4 avant and c63s amg estate one of the only good suvs is the urus rsq8 and bentayga
@@Supanikaa89 The MPG on my 2005 is 14-15 around town. 17-19 on the highway. Not great, but it is a bullet-proof truck. I got mine for $4500 with 135K on the clock.
I want to recommend my '99 Gen 2 Explorer XLT. I bought it 6 months ago for $1k because it needed a car to get to my internship across town. It's been fairly reliable (knock on wood), especially at 180k miles. It's really not fast but it's great on the highway and very stable at 80-90mph. The 4.0 V6 absolutely runs through gas though. I did a bunch of preventative maintenance but I have either a bad wheel bearing or my differential is grinding (i really can't tell which lol). It's a very chill daily driver though, I hope to keep it and continue saving up for an E46 M3, my dream car.
I have an 05 Ford Explorer, that's a third generation. I just bought it last week for $3500 and prices are higher now. It has the 4 liter V6 too and it is thirsty!! Damn you can't have everything, I think the color is good (Cherry Red) and the condition is really great ... nobody thought it's 17 years old and lots of road respect people usually want me to go first!!! (Afraid I'll run into them)!!! Haha respect at last!
😲 Did you just recommend a benz to in debt youth? You started well with the Xterra. If you must have an America in the list why not a Cherokee xj? Plus, how did you miss the Pajero? It is the very definition of solid utalterian and the 2020 model is unchanged essentially since 2005! Personally, my top 3 would be the Pajero, Prado (2nd gen obvi); pathfinder/Xterra.
All of these “under 5k” SUVs have like 190,000 Miles on them also don’t ever buy a Mercedes made in the USA if it’s not german made it’s going to be a money pit
Yeah. Later down the line they made the ml in Austria. We had an Ml320 from 1999 that was a real piece of crap. Horrible. Thankfully it got totaled. After that car got totaled, we were able to purchase a 2001 and it is day and night compared to the old one
Andranik Abnusyan German made Mercedes ? Mercedes are money pits on their own but will last a while if taken care of them however anything built outside of germany is a guaranteed money pit.
@@iTrollRandyz Porsches are designed to be thrashed around the nurburgring and STILL get you to work 2 hours early. They use their their German engineering to make their cars bulletproof (OK maybe not as much as Lexus but u get the point)
Nissan Xterra and Pathfinder years from 2005-2010 models has the coolant leaking into the transmission destroying the transmission itself and costing owners $$$ to repair or replace. If it's under warranty have yours checked out.
I just traded my 2008 Nissan Pathfinder in with 207000 miles. I was fortunate to not have this problem although I did have to replace the fan clutch motor.
I wish station wagons would make a comeback again. Had a 1995 Volvo 850 Turbo wagon in highschool and it had so much space while having the feel and being a car. I'm tired of seeing suvs mallcrawlers that line the streets while never seeing dirts its entire life
i have owned two xterras, purchased one from a junkyard 500 bucks, i knew what was wrong with it and fixed it for under 200 bucks, one thing to remember is if its at 100, 000 miles you must change the timing belt, most people sell them without changing the belt. best thing to do is dont drive it after you buy it, tow it home and inspect the timing belt or just change it. i changed mine myself for under 100 bucks. after that you will not have a prob with it, a fantastic car.... only buy the 2000 through 2002 model years, first generation xterra was and is a fantastic truck, im now a land rover discovery 2 owner but will always love the xterra.
Nothing better than a 2wd 2000-2004 Xterra . Alot of people don't know the roll over protection o. Those particular models on the roof is 12,000 lbs per square inch.
Disregard all of these and look for a 3rd gen 4runner (96-02) with the 3.4L v6. Look for rust on the frame and check the lower ball joints but other than that they are pretty solid. Non interference engine, easy to work on, relatively cheap parts, and only requires basic maintenance. I had a ‘98 with 230k and now I have an ‘02 with 220k, not once have they left me stranded. You can find decent examples for around 5k these days.
Definitely the most reliable on the list. And the most powerful, and the most spacious. And new enough where its not lacking decent features. In my opinion the GMT800 chassis is probably one of the best platforms ever made in the history of the automobile
A high mileage ML430 is a killer...I put 200k mls without repairs on my boat puller...great off road. My daughter totaled it (1 feet narrower) - yet started right up and drove it straight to the junk yard! I forgot a very important element. The ML 320 and ML 430 were the first car in the US to have stability control. Because I love my children, this is the cars I bought for them (used). It is not so important that the Benz cost less than a Toyota, I am concerned about their live when they drive in snow or rain. Until TESLA the Germans were the most innovative manufacturers. I remember US car magazines praising live rear axles, carburetors, body on frame construction. I saw a recent video were Americans mocked the Benz 5 link rear suspension for being "overly complex" - yeah, right, even the new US pick-up trucks will have it.
totally agree! I replaced the intake manifold twice (should not have gotten the Chinese one!). the front differential locked up - replaced, eats oil like certain Toyota models, the temp dials are all bad, the tabs on the vents broke off!, the car has a vacuum leak, both cats are bad....... it now has something like 160 k mls, at least the ride is good.
The Tahoe sounds like the perfect choice, but I've always thought it looked very dull, like something an old guy would drive. I'm curious about ways to make the thing look better
My family had an 01 Xtera bought it with 98,000miles she has 185,000miles the previous owner bought as his weekend off road toy he jumped it, drove it in a pond drifted it and thrashed it. So we got a good deal. We took her on 3 road trips less than 560 miles each trip and our daily commute was ruffle 60 miles. Ours was a 5 speed manel and 2 wheel drive. Loved that thing clutch went out but she lasted 185,000 miles so can't complain.
While I love the older Xterra, if you are over 6' foot, take it on a long test drive before you buy. I loved everything about it except I was packed in like a sardine in that thing. My loss.
Well, this is proof Ideal should stick to sport/street cars. Here's the list of SUVs you should get for a cheap SUV. 1: Toyota Land Cruiser 80 Series. Massive aftermarket, dead reliable, guaranteed to get you over 400K miles if you just keep up with fluid changes. You will also be able to go over pretty much anything. And it won't break down! The Inline 6 is a bit anemic for highway driving though, at least going up hills. Decent examples can be had for around $2-3K. The 100 Series can be found for a bit more and it's a bit more luxurious, comes with a V8 instead of an Inline 6, and isn't as anemic on speed. 2: Toyota 4Runner 3rd gen. The Land Cruiser's little brother. Smaller, quicker, but still an off road beast. Decent examples can be had for around $3K for newer models, less for older. 3: Jeep Cherokee XJ. The biggest goddamn aftermarket for any off-road SUV. The Inline 6 is the best Chrysler motor ever, it will run forever if you keep up on maintenance. And thanks to the unibody design, it's relatively lightweight. Just a side note: avoid the 2000+ versions as the headers have an issue with cracking, and look for the Chrysler 8.25 rear axle since it's the most durable. AVOID THE DANA 35 REAR AND DANA 30 FRONT! They're both the worst options, and the Dana 35 is an absolute pile of shit. And despite the ZJ Grand Cherokee coming in around the same price with a V8 vs an Inline 6 and independent rear suspension, it is terrible. No substitute for the XJ. Decent examples can be had for around $2K You're welcome people with a budget. Signed, someone who wishes they had a budget but can't budget when they don't have money.
I got a ‘04 Jeep Grand Cherokee (WJ) freedom edition 4.0L 4x4 for $3,000 on Facebook marketplace and it has under 200k miles. I couldn’t be happier with it and it has tons of potential. I have a lot planned
I bought a 2002 Mercedes ML500 and it’s the same as the 320 just comes with a V8 and I bought mine for 1,500. Parts are pretty affordable especially because they made so many ML’s and it’s pretty Quik for being a big suv the only down side is fuel economy is really bad it’s like 7-15 mpg
If I'll ever buy an SUV as my first car, it'll be either the third generation RAV4 or CR-V. I might consider any other similarly sized options, especially the Lexus RX or the first gen highlander. Okay...I'm looking at a first gen Xterra, but the pre-facelift version. Those have better looking headlights.
Dat Phat Ripper The XJ is WAY more expensive now because of its reliability. It’s better to just pick up a $1000 4x4 4.0 ZJ than a $5000 2wd 4.0 XJ. It’s like when I got my 4.6 2v F150. It’s just as reliable as the Crown Vic, but it’s cheaper and comes with 4x4 and an 8 foot bed.
They are in the rarer side but Isuzu Rodeos are great, they have 4x4 versions with a V6 and also they can come with a 4 banger for better gas mileage. Mine has 220,000 miles on it.
Out all these, I had 2005 Tahoe Z71 with 5.3. Go for Z71 trim its best of top of trims. Leveling kit and small modding that frienking truck will take you anywhere your little hearts wants to !
2003-2009 first generation kia sorento is a great option. The have amazing reliability and are perfect for wheelin. Locking diffs, 4wd with low range. And really really cheap to buy and maintain
Bro, I turned you off when you got all the facts wrong the Xterra. First off all, the first generation ran from 2000-2004, the second gen which you also show ran more than another decade. The VG33 is burley, it’s anemic and drinks fuel like Gabriel E. kills tacos, there isn’t ‘a ton’ of after market for the first gen... there is a small dedicated community. Get your facts straight before you go around giving advice.
“Huge aftermarket for the Xterra” yeah for the second gens, not for the first gens lol. Also if you’re gonna look into one, don’t get a 05-10 automatic. If you do get one, you need to put a trans cooler on it immediately and not use the one built into the radiator, the radiators were garbage and broke causing trans fluid and coolant to mix which just fucked your trans.
I bought my 2002 Nissan Xterra , this week, in fresh condition 😁 for $2000!!!! God honored my prayers!
Be sure to research "strawberry milkshake transmission fluid".
@@everready19373 first gen doesn’t have that problem only gen 2
How is it on gas
It’s pretty awesome on gas- I can go almost 3 weeks on a tank on a gas.
nah you just got lucky , be smart gods fake ...
5:03 "you know the Camry?"
Shows a 1998 corolla instead.
Also, the MLs were generally hated by a number of people because they were built in the US and weren't as solidly built as German made models like the C and E class of the time.
Lmao😂😂😂
We're just making sure you're paying attention.
Hey bruh
@@IdealMediaChannel Lmao
@@IdealMediaChannel no we are
I own a 2000 xterra and i can vouch for this vehicle. Great in winter and pretty reliable.
I attest to that.
I have a 2000 Xterra. Just put some new tires on it. Definitely more capable in the snow than my 2001 Grand Cherokee was.
@@toddlehman928 Nice man, put tires on mine last year and installed 1 inch spacers all around, it filled out the fender real nice. Very subtle but a nice touch.
I’m the original owner of a 2000 SE standard transmission. Best winter and snow truck I’ve ever had. The low gear will get you through anything..
DO NOT BUY A Mercedes ML! THAT IS THE WORST USED CAR I HAVE EVER HAD, YOU WILL REGRET IT !
Okay
Yeah buying a cheap used Mercedes/Bmw is never a good idea if you value your money
My brothers (OLD) Ml runner very great, never broke down, 480.000 km's. He sold it to get a newer car. Only thing he did to the car was maintenance
My neighbours used to have one and every week it had to be taken to the shop😕
Mine is 1998 ml320, and nah you're wrong, depends on the car and the previous owner, and mine is damn sturdy and reliable, so nah, not all of them are bad, i like mine and I'll never sell it
To everybody saying, “you forgot about Jeep” how dense are you guys😂😂 Just Empty Every Pocket, Jeeps are not cheap
And not reliable
Obviously never owned an xj Cherokee
Bboy MuggShot GT Lmfao 😂😂
Most definitely aren’t reliable when bought used
BoldNewBranFlakes fuel efficiency is non existent. You could get a V8 gas guzzling muscle car and it’ll still be even better next to a Jeep.
Can confirm Nissan Xterra is amazing. I watched 2 college girls show up at a Jeep run in one and they literally beat the crap out of it for 10+ miles and nothing broke! I was shocked!
If you want fuel economy to go places, road trips then I’d say Subaru Forester and Outback (4 cyl versions). Good AWD system, works well off road, just use AT tyres if you want to improve the off road ability even more (you need traction not power)
Honestly I do not suggest getting the supercharged Xterra, the naturally aspirated one is about 100x more reliable
This. ALL supercharged engines die 100x faster than a well made naturally aspirated one.
Always been a fan of the Xterra, my dad had one with a 6 speed manual and 4 wheel drive and I fell in love with it
6 spd manuel? Which one?
@@juliosdiy3206 may have been a 5 spd can’t remember it’s been years
I thought the only way to get Xterras with manual transmissions was to get the 2wd models...or maybe that's just the 1st gen. Yours was most likely a 2nd gen, especially with the 6 speed manual transmission and paired with 4wd.
The ML is something a Student should Not buy these things Are rusty moneypits
Louis-H HR true
exactly wtf was he thinking, for that matter he might as well tell them to get a XC90 lol
Truth... An LR3 would be a better bet over the ML
Just no. The saying the most expensive thing is a cheap Benz is true.
Luis Bolanos yeah but not for Europe as they Are more expensive here
Nothing is quite as reliable as a Honda....
Toyota: Am I a joke to you ?
but Honda is cheaper :v
I love toyota, I would take a toyota over a Honda but I have to admit that Honda is more reliable
I give you....the Hilux
Especially using the MDX as an example lol
You can crush a Toyota and it'd find a way to run lol. I have a Scion which is basically a cheaper Toyota and it's been a great car. My wife has a Honda Pilot and man it's a piece of junk, but the early Pilots just suck Honda over all is great.
The older Tahoes are a good choice. Had a Yukon XL with almost 300k on it when I sold it. I have an MDX now with 205k. It's been a good little suv too!
Doubt there “little”. Quite opposite actually
07-08 4WD Honda Pilot is solid (03-06 had transmission problems) if it's been well maintained. The VTM-4 Lock has worked very well in any muddy or snowy conditions I've put it in. Ours has 207,000 miles on it and has only stranded us once when the alternator died at 185,000 miles, otherwise it's been incredibly reliable. Change the oil regularly, service the transmission and 4WD every 75,000 miles, and put a new water pump and timing belt in every 100,000 miles and it will run forever. Ours still runs like it's new.
Is this the same for crvs? I have an 03 crv and my tranny just went out. 190k miles. Love the car don’t want to get rid of it.
@@JuanCarlos-mq8yg not sure. A friend of mine had one of those and traded it in still running great with 350k on the clock.
Tahoe because I own one and love it has a L31 350 SBC rock-solid reliability like the slogan says like a rock
I just purchased a Dodge Durango 03 for 800 bucks and it’s the best thing ever. 5.9 lt v8 4x4
not better than an Audi 4x4 if you drive in terrains like this
The lexus RX years you mentioned are technically rx330's, not 350's. I also think the 1st and 2nd gen CR-V deserves a spot. Not too hardcore on the offroading, but definitely dependable and well-made.
True. The RX350 came out in 2007 though, so he's not far off. The same body as the 330s but with the new (for the time) 3.5 V6.
My first car was a red 2000 Nissan Xterra. I put shackles on it, cranked torsion bars, and 32's. Had such a blast with it!
Completely forgot the Xj Cherokee. With the 4.0 which most of them have if they’re after 88’, they’re 300k+ mile engines and easy as hell to work on, not to mention cheap and parts are everywhere and the aftermarket support for them is massive. They also are extremely easy to lift and have a solid front and rear axle and seat 5 people with plenty of cargo space in the rear. Not sure how this was beaten out by an old merc suv and an Acura...
WJ have 4.0 which are less expensive 😊😅
ive got a 97 pathfinder as my first car and man does this thing love to go. it just keeps ticking and has no faults wrong with it. the 4x4 is great and interior is not outdated and the exterior holds its own.
but i also have to stick with nissan. xterra takes my hand
Wow I recently got my license and my grandma passed down her 09 RX350 and I was surprised to see it here. It only has 67,000 miles and I get to keep it till it dies. Balling on budget!
I own a Jeep Liberty with the 3.7L V6, and I swear it’s bulletproof! The 3.7L is actually fast too. You won’t believe me until you buy one then you’ll see. Also them 350 Tahoe’s are bad to the ass!
The liberties are seriously underrated. 2004 Limited here, it has been a delight to drive, especially off road and in snow.
@@jankybit I wrote this before I wrecked mine 🤣😂 and honestly I still agree with it because it landed on the roof!
@Baja Dan mine was a 2012 and even after landing it on the roof I got it flipped over and started, and drove it around for a bit before I sold it.
@Baja Dan eventually I’ll buy another one and rag on it like an asshole but until then I just gotta do normal people shit.
@Baja Dan I sold mine for $12,000. I’m not even kidding you. It had like 45k miles on it, and was modded.
I'll take the XTerra. Just looking for a cheap and realiable camping vehicle that'll go where my Impreza can't.
He forgot the 96-02 4runners, I’m disappointed;(
Good luck finding those for under 5k in good condition. Lol
No way you'll find a running 4Runner for a low price lol
@@KAYJAYSTUDIOSYT i paid $1500 for mine over 2 years ago it was a silver limited 4x4 2000 model year. it had a missfire from a fuel injector leaking onto a spark plug but i fixed that fast. had 228k miles then and still running good to this day drive it every single day
Yes I agree those were pretty cheap and still are very cheap like dirt
and the toyota sequoia
or best Cheap SUVs for people who drive on the 3rd World streets of Houston, Tx
T Y hahahahahahahahahahahaha
yeah our roads are pretty jacked up
Literally the only reason I want a truck or suv 🤣 and the flooding
The suburbs have better roads
@@theconceptsinscribed8859 our streets are crap in Kingwood aka Floodwood and flood frequently
Lexus, or one that you never mentioned thats spacious and reliable, 99-04 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4.0L, owned one and it was one of the best cars ive owned, reliable, and lots of aftermarket support
I own a 2000 limited with the 4.7 V8. Love it
yeah, wheres the WJ! i have two now both 4.7 crazy reliability and power
Had a 99 Wj! Very fun but they drink more coolant than gas
My mother had a 2002 MDX touring. I loved that thing. I was disappointed when she got a 2012 to replace it. It looked terrible, got horrid gas mileage, and had almost no ground clearance. Now, she has a 2016, which is better than the 2012, but nothing can beat the 2002. It’s still on the road today (I checked by searching up the plate since we live in California and the plate stays with the vehicle).
my mom had a 2002 top of the line mdx and kept it after she bought a 2011 model, we still have both, i drive the oldest one while my sister drives the 2011 both have 245k+ miles with the 02 model having 301k miles, still drives like a charm
@@Lapp802any trans ussues
I have a 2012 MDX and yeah it might have the best package (even tho it didn’t come with a tow hitch or roof racks) but it has 300 horse power and 270 flbs of torque and it’s a fun SUV to mess around with! I haven’t taken it off-road if besides a snowy road on the way up to the mountains so I can’t say much about that but it definitely can be a sleeper!
Bro i bought a Porsche Cayenne for 5k and everybody thought it was way expensive 😂
C U 2night Studios Expensive to repair...
I'm jealous
you bought it for 5k, but spent 10k to fix it up. Should have bought the RX. Buying a car for the sake of fooling people is really stupid.
How much miles
@@g20dillon You are right on the money my friend, better a luxury Toyota than an overpriced unreliable VW
the Nissan exterra is actually my first car right now, just turned 16. best present ever.
Hope this isn’t weird to ask you this but I’ve been looking at a Nissan external as well. Does it drive well for you and has it held up?
@@alexanderrealmuto3801 yes, have an 03 and things obviously aged but doesn’t seem to be slowing down anytime soon, highly highly recommend you check the undercarriages of any you look at though in case of frame rot
I wish station wagons were a thing again here so we can get every performance wagon from Europe including the rs4 avant and c63s amg estate one of the only good suvs is the urus rsq8 and bentayga
#SaveTheWagons
+justinmoore49 Moor
Those are hot.
Although not super fast, the Acura TSX wagon has one of the nicest rears I've ever seen when it comes to cheap wagons.
Volvo...
Subaru Outback, can even get them in 2 litre turbo diesel and 2.5 litre na
Spend a bit more $$ and get a Lexus GX470 or 1st gen Sequoia. Bullet proof 4.7 V8 known to go 500k
Gas mileage? How is it
@@Supanikaa89 The MPG on my 2005 is 14-15 around town. 17-19 on the highway. Not great, but it is a bullet-proof truck. I got mine for $4500 with 135K on the clock.
@@Supanikaa89 You don't ask about fuel economy when considering buying a big ass V8.
man gx470 is like over 10k usd now with 200k miles. their value went up
@@mastertry1935 True.They are appreciating nowadays especially given how reliable they're known to be and still a good looking SUV.
I want to recommend my '99 Gen 2 Explorer XLT. I bought it 6 months ago for $1k because it needed a car to get to my internship across town. It's been fairly reliable (knock on wood), especially at 180k miles. It's really not fast but it's great on the highway and very stable at 80-90mph. The 4.0 V6 absolutely runs through gas though. I did a bunch of preventative maintenance but I have either a bad wheel bearing or my differential is grinding (i really can't tell which lol). It's a very chill daily driver though, I hope to keep it and continue saving up for an E46 M3, my dream car.
Until it flips over
I have an 05 Ford Explorer, that's a third generation. I just bought it last week for $3500 and prices are higher now. It has the 4 liter V6 too and it is thirsty!! Damn you can't have everything, I think the color is good (Cherry Red) and the condition is really great ... nobody thought it's 17 years old and lots of road respect people usually want me to go first!!! (Afraid I'll run into them)!!! Haha respect at last!
😲 Did you just recommend a benz to in debt youth? You started well with the Xterra. If you must have an America in the list why not a Cherokee xj? Plus, how did you miss the Pajero? It is the very definition of solid utalterian and the 2020 model is unchanged essentially since 2005! Personally, my top 3 would be the Pajero, Prado (2nd gen obvi); pathfinder/Xterra.
All of these “under 5k” SUVs have like 190,000 Miles on them also don’t ever buy a Mercedes made in the USA if it’s not german made it’s going to be a money pit
Yeah. Later down the line they made the ml in Austria. We had an Ml320 from 1999 that was a real piece of crap. Horrible. Thankfully it got totaled. After that car got totaled, we were able to purchase a 2001 and it is day and night compared to the old one
Andranik Abnusyan German made Mercedes ? Mercedes are money pits on their own but will last a while if taken care of them however anything built outside of germany is a guaranteed money pit.
@@nameless_channel5070 I agree. I believe the American version was made in Alabama
Any euro vehicle is trash...calm down
@@iTrollRandyz Porsches are designed to be thrashed around the nurburgring and STILL get you to work 2 hours early. They use their their German engineering to make their cars bulletproof (OK maybe not as much as Lexus but u get the point)
Nissan Xterra and Pathfinder years from 2005-2010 models has the coolant leaking into the transmission destroying the transmission itself and costing owners $$$ to repair or replace. If it's under warranty have yours checked out.
My husband was able to do a fairly easy fix on this issue. Our 2006 has 220000 and going strong.
I just traded my 2008 Nissan Pathfinder in with 207000 miles. I was fortunate to not have this problem although I did have to replace the fan clutch motor.
I wish station wagons would make a comeback again. Had a 1995 Volvo 850 Turbo wagon in highschool and it had so much space while having the feel and being a car. I'm tired of seeing suvs mallcrawlers that line the streets while never seeing dirts its entire life
You know the camry; as a torn up Corolla flies by 😆
i have owned two xterras, purchased one from a junkyard 500 bucks, i knew what was wrong with it and fixed it for under 200 bucks, one thing to remember is if its at 100, 000 miles you must change the timing belt, most people sell them without changing the belt. best thing to do is dont drive it after you buy it, tow it home and inspect the timing belt or just change it. i changed mine myself for under 100 bucks. after that you will not have a prob with it, a fantastic car.... only buy the 2000 through 2002 model years, first generation xterra was and is a fantastic truck, im now a land rover discovery 2 owner but will always love the xterra.
xj cherokee 4.0 is cool enough
Jonathan Losito nah. Xj for life
Just be carful with the low milage ones, the blocks crack if they sit too long.
Jonathan Losito why do you keep commenting the same thing
K Bayu I bought a $3k WJ and I love it
"15k OBO"
Nothing better than a 2wd 2000-2004 Xterra . Alot of people don't know the roll over protection o. Those particular models on the roof is 12,000 lbs per square inch.
08 Xterra 4.0 haven't regretted it!
Disregard all of these and look for a 3rd gen 4runner (96-02) with the 3.4L v6. Look for rust on the frame and check the lower ball joints but other than that they are pretty solid. Non interference engine, easy to work on, relatively cheap parts, and only requires basic maintenance. I had a ‘98 with 230k and now I have an ‘02 with 220k, not once have they left me stranded. You can find decent examples for around 5k these days.
2005 Tahoe for under 3k ?! 😰
It costs wayy more than 10k in my city!!! 😱🤯💔
Bought a 2008 hummer h3 at auction, I'm 16 and it's my first car. I bought it for $5,500 CAD and it's absolutely awesome.. no issues
I have an rx330(just as good as a 350), i washed it today and made a video on that. Its a pretty good car for what it is.
Got an 2004 Honda crv ex in perfect condition and 70k miles for $4000. Fantastic first car for a college kid plus awd for off road use.
Chevy Tahoe all the way
My dad has one and it’s freaking indestructible
Definitely the most reliable on the list. And the most powerful, and the most spacious. And new enough where its not lacking decent features. In my opinion the GMT800 chassis is probably one of the best platforms ever made in the history of the automobile
Yeah.i bought a 2013 with 100k miles and its still running with 210k miles
The Tahoe will be shit in rock crawling....too big and heavy and not great from REAL off-road stuff
The Tahoe is chevy so you know it's reliable and won't break down even after 200k miles in good shape of course
1997 Ford Expedition. Just bought it, and it’s a little rough but has some serious potential. Eddie Bauer and decent shape.
Tahoe everyday all day i own 1 nd it's a beast it's moded nd shiii!!
A high mileage ML430 is a killer...I put 200k mls without repairs on my boat puller...great off road. My daughter totaled it (1 feet narrower) - yet started right up and drove it straight to the junk yard!
I forgot a very important element. The ML 320 and ML 430 were the first car in the US to have stability control. Because I love my children, this is the cars I bought for them (used). It is not so important that the Benz cost less than a Toyota, I am concerned about their live when they drive in snow or rain. Until TESLA the Germans were the most innovative manufacturers. I remember US car magazines praising live rear axles, carburetors, body on frame construction. I saw a recent video were Americans mocked the Benz 5 link rear suspension for being "overly complex" - yeah, right, even the new US pick-up trucks will have it.
2006 ML 350 worst car I ever had
totally agree! I replaced the intake manifold twice (should not have gotten the Chinese one!). the front differential locked up - replaced, eats oil like certain Toyota models, the temp dials are all bad, the tabs on the vents broke off!, the car has a vacuum leak, both cats are bad....... it now has something like 160 k mls, at least the ride is good.
I (my parents) overplayed for a 2001 Subaru Outback with seat heaters and lots of other factory extras
The Tahoe sounds like the perfect choice, but I've always thought it looked very dull, like something an old guy would drive. I'm curious about ways to make the thing look better
Blackout kit
what I drive: 1999 Infiniti QX4.. another great option honestly it’s the baller Pathfinder
TotalQuotient 72 and the LAST good nisan/infiniti suv besides xterra
Who noticed Vinwiki playing in the background..
i keep smiling bc this guy gets me and now i might have a new pick thanks for comparing the xxtera to the 350z
I’ve grown attached to my 02 Eddie Bauer Explorer
My family had an 01 Xtera bought it with 98,000miles she has 185,000miles the previous owner bought as his weekend off road toy he jumped it, drove it in a pond drifted it and thrashed it. So we got a good deal. We took her on 3 road trips less than 560 miles each trip and our daily commute was ruffle 60 miles. Ours was a 5 speed manel and 2 wheel drive. Loved that thing clutch went out but she lasted 185,000 miles so can't complain.
Love my Xterra
My dad had a 2006 Pilot with Awd and a center locking diff. It was bulletproof
While I love the older Xterra, if you are over 6' foot, take it on a long test drive before you buy. I loved everything about it except I was packed in like a sardine in that thing. My loss.
Yeah I’m 5’11” and I fit fine but not too much head room
I noticed that the seat is actually very close to the floor, I cannot take a long ride in that car.
Well, this is proof Ideal should stick to sport/street cars. Here's the list of SUVs you should get for a cheap SUV.
1: Toyota Land Cruiser 80 Series. Massive aftermarket, dead reliable, guaranteed to get you over 400K miles if you just keep up with fluid changes. You will also be able to go over pretty much anything. And it won't break down! The Inline 6 is a bit anemic for highway driving though, at least going up hills. Decent examples can be had for around $2-3K. The 100 Series can be found for a bit more and it's a bit more luxurious, comes with a V8 instead of an Inline 6, and isn't as anemic on speed.
2: Toyota 4Runner 3rd gen. The Land Cruiser's little brother. Smaller, quicker, but still an off road beast. Decent examples can be had for around $3K for newer models, less for older.
3: Jeep Cherokee XJ. The biggest goddamn aftermarket for any off-road SUV. The Inline 6 is the best Chrysler motor ever, it will run forever if you keep up on maintenance. And thanks to the unibody design, it's relatively lightweight. Just a side note: avoid the 2000+ versions as the headers have an issue with cracking, and look for the Chrysler 8.25 rear axle since it's the most durable. AVOID THE DANA 35 REAR AND DANA 30 FRONT! They're both the worst options, and the Dana 35 is an absolute pile of shit. And despite the ZJ Grand Cherokee coming in around the same price with a V8 vs an Inline 6 and independent rear suspension, it is terrible. No substitute for the XJ. Decent examples can be had for around $2K
You're welcome people with a budget.
Signed, someone who wishes they had a budget but can't budget when they don't have money.
thanks man this exactly the video i was looking for
I got a ‘04 Jeep Grand Cherokee (WJ) freedom edition 4.0L 4x4 for $3,000 on Facebook marketplace and it has under 200k miles. I couldn’t be happier with it and it has tons of potential. I have a lot planned
Daaamm i miss my 2002 xtra super charger had it until 2018 with only 101,000miles.
I bought a 2002 Mercedes ML500 and it’s the same as the 320 just comes with a V8 and I bought mine for 1,500. Parts are pretty affordable especially because they made so many ML’s and it’s pretty Quik for being a big suv the only down side is fuel economy is really bad it’s like 7-15 mpg
I got a 07 Xterra that was 110k still going strong 💪🏾
Boomer Sooner I would hope so
07 with 200k. Fun little vehicle
I have a 2001 Infiniti QX4 with only 86000 miles on it. I got it for a great price, love this ride.
If I'll ever buy an SUV as my first car, it'll be either the third generation RAV4 or CR-V. I might consider any other similarly sized options, especially the Lexus RX or the first gen highlander.
Okay...I'm looking at a first gen Xterra, but the pre-facelift version. Those have better looking headlights.
Owning a 2010 Mitsubishi Montero/Pajero Sport. It has a quick mid-size SUV with a snail ready to give some boost.
What about Jeep Grand Cherokees
Yes especially the 4.0 they last FOREVER
No, absolutely not. Get an XJ if you want a Jeep. Even though the ZJ is around the same price, the suspension sucks and the V8 is unreliable.
The inline 6
Dat Phat Ripper The XJ is WAY more expensive now because of its reliability. It’s better to just pick up a $1000 4x4 4.0 ZJ than a $5000 2wd 4.0 XJ. It’s like when I got my 4.6 2v F150. It’s just as reliable as the Crown Vic, but it’s cheaper and comes with 4x4 and an 8 foot bed.
@@MrKEMills You'll spend more on the ZJ cause it won't run right. Besides, last I checked (which is daily) you get clean examples around $3K
Nissan Xtrail (T30) is absolutely amazing when well taken care of
3rd gen 4Runner or 1st gen sequoia??
Would not take the m class but I would take the RX still looks great today
0:00 Bold of you to assume I have friends...
tip for the ml: if you can, get a ml350 or ml500 since those are usually the most reliable ml's
Replace the ML with a CRV and we good.
@The car enthusiast - Vincent this list was about CHEAP first SUVs. What about the ML do you think is cheap, besides the craftsmanship lol?
They are in the rarer side but Isuzu Rodeos are great, they have 4x4 versions with a V6 and also they can come with a 4 banger for better gas mileage. Mine has 220,000 miles on it.
I have the MDX and it rocks.....🤟
i owned a 02 xterra while in nursing school and took that thing to moab and i still own it and it keeps up with my 2015 tacoma
Tahoe all the way
Waleed Khalid always under 2kbbbits the sweet spot
Out all these, I had 2005 Tahoe Z71 with 5.3. Go for Z71 trim its best of top of trims. Leveling kit and small modding that frienking truck will take you anywhere your little hearts wants to !
mans in the jeep at the start of video just died and we aren't gonna talk about it
bought my 04 xterra for $1100 and have put like $2000 into it through 2 years, best purchase
1:21 yeah the rock gods yeah yeah THE TAXI GODS
Can I have her number
@@rousaingrant1190 1:20 the joke is that nissan Mexico made THE SAME CAR MODEL DURING 27 fucking years
Tahoe all the way. The crazy LS v8, and big enough to tow a camper and hold the whole crew. Yeah I think I’ve got my choice
2003-2009 first generation kia sorento is a great option. The have amazing reliability and are perfect for wheelin. Locking diffs, 4wd with low range. And really really cheap to buy and maintain
I'd also recommend the 03-05 Ford Explorer, with the 4.0L v6. Real reliable, too.
@Elisabeth Marie Nice! What engine?
Also, a prepurchase inspection by a seperate dealer/mechanic is always good when buying any used car.
Bro, I turned you off when you got all the facts wrong the Xterra. First off all, the first generation ran from 2000-2004, the second gen which you also show ran more than another decade. The VG33 is burley, it’s anemic and drinks fuel like Gabriel E. kills tacos, there isn’t ‘a ton’ of after market for the first gen... there is a small dedicated community.
Get your facts straight before you go around giving advice.
Love your guy’s videos, bought myself an ‘03 Acura MDX because this video and I am loving it! 😎
0:05 Rest in peace
Back in '02, I had a first gen Xterra, loved that truck!
05:23 2008 Lexus RX 350 FWD for less than 5k 😱
2008 mitsubishi outlander ls. super reliable,lots and lots of room and has alot of power,super fun to drive and sounds fucking awesome for a v6
Hey, I have an Xterra :D Supercharged 4X4
“Huge aftermarket for the Xterra” yeah for the second gens, not for the first gens lol. Also if you’re gonna look into one, don’t get a 05-10 automatic. If you do get one, you need to put a trans cooler on it immediately and not use the one built into the radiator, the radiators were garbage and broke causing trans fluid and coolant to mix which just fucked your trans.
Nice vid bro
I drive a 2006 XC90 and ive driven through some tough and rough roads and its made it with no trouble
7:36 I personally prefer the Lexus SUV.
good luck finding this prices now love your videos man
the merc is NOT reliable and when u brake something... OH BOYY your wallet's gone
Bluefo atleast one suv I like is the 4Runner and the Jeep Cherokee other ones are really boring and soccer mom cars
Bluefo The M-B Mercedes-Benz - Massively Bankrupt & Massively Broke 😂😂
Because as he said it was made in the USA... What can you expect from a car made in there to be ANY good?