Buying my First Car: 300k budget

[fs_edd]

hello everybody!

I am planning to buy my first car. At Last!!! Due to budget constraints(300k) im considering a secondhand car. I am still learning to drive so the convenience of using an A/T is preferable.

I am in the dilemma of what car to buy. I am not so particular about specifications of cars. But one thing's for sure i want a fuel-efficient car, a car that looks good, basta yung d ako bibigyan ng sakit ng ulo.

I've seen a chevy optra 2004 for a 280k neg price. is that a good buy? I've heard about its costly gas consumption and a poor interior, so im quite hesitant.

Im also considering a honda and toyota car. or any good car model that is above year 2003.Is it possible? what can you recommend?

I've waited and saved for ages for this. I want to get something good out of my hard earned money.

Thank you so much!!!! I will so much appreciate your advices and comments!!

Have a great day!


ED

[ReXBadBoy]

2001-2003 honda es vti but its priced at 350k pa

[myk384]

Here are some vehicles you might want to consider (2003- above):

Toyota Vios - Your budget can get you a first generation model but you may have to add a bit more. Modern features, fuel efficient, tons of spare parts. If you want an automatic variant Vios, only the 1.5G trim has it. Expensive but worth it. Availability: 2003-2007.

Toyota Corolla Altis - A bit big than the Vios, but still fuel efficient, and reliable. Same as the Vios, you may have to add more. Expensive, but really worth it. There are numerous Corollas with automatics in the second hand market. 2001-2004 models fit your budget.

Nissan Sentra - For the price, you can get a recent model Sentra. They have a roomy cabin, a very cold aircon, and spare parts are abundant. Same with the two above mentioned vehicles, you may have to add more.

Honda City - You can get a 2003-2006 model for the price. Fuel efficient, has a flexible interior, and the vaunted Honda reliability. The City has a CVT transmission (similar to an automatic) but there are tons of problems regarding that (try googling it).

Honda Civic - The Civic for your model year preference is a bit heavy than the previous Civic EK. And prices are a bit high so if you want one, you need to add more.

Mitsubishi Lancer - Same with the City, it has a CVT transmission, but try to have a test drive of the prospect unit if it has any problems. Otherwise, you get a lot of features for the money and if you're into modifying, the Lancer has numerous accessories.

Ford Lynx - Feature loaded for the money, but the Lynx is less fuel efficient in automatic guise than some of its competitors. Don't worry about the notion "Ford, hirap maghanap ng spare parts", try in Banawe for hunting.

Hyundai Getz - Small car with amazing fuel consumption. But only the 2005 1.3 GL, and the later 1.4L has automatic transmission. Automatics are a bit hard to find.

Kia Picanto - Fuel efficiency is top notch, so as the quality. But good luck finding an automatic variant. Since manuals are more common for the Picanto

Honda Jazz - Pricey but still fits the 300k range. CVT's are problematic so watch out for the unit.

Happy Shopping!!

[voltscastillo]

300 will get you all the top picks manufactured between 1996-2001 i guess.

these include the 1996-1999/2000 civics, corollas and nissans

i'm inclined towards the 99 civic a/t. acquire for 220-250, spend the rest to make the car run reliably (fix kalampag, fluid change, brakes, engine temp, aircon, etc).

if you're lucky, you can get a really well maintained unit so you'll spend the change on whatever accessories you like (uso pa ba bayo-bayo soundz ngayon?).

i'm told na ginto ang presyo ng piyesa ng chevy so i can't recommend the optra to you.

if you're the type who's after power, prestige and interior space, you can get early model accords, camrys and cefiros. i fall into this category... i like smooth riding cars i can bring to far places with lots of space and power. but these bad boys aren't exactly fuel efficient so they may not be for you... maybe when you're older and starting your climb up the corporate ladder.

[Ry_Tower]

try to check yung mga cars ng bank na for auction. I won a 2007 vios 1.3 for just 315K. So you can get below P300K pa if matiyaga ka maghanap. PSbank yung sa akin dati.

[fs_edd]

Thank you for that thorough enumeration of possible cars sir. im starting to think of getting an altis...i like it also. I actually like it more than the vios. The thing is i might add more to the budget.But it is worthy, isnt it?

[Ry_Tower]

Thank you for that thorough enumeration of possible cars sir. im starting to think of getting an altis...i like it also. I actually like it more than the vios. The thing is i might add more to the budget.But it is worthy, isnt it?

yes definitely worth it IMO.

[fs_edd]

Here are some vehicles you might want to consider (2003- above):

Toyota Vios - Your budget can get you a first generation model but you may have to add a bit more. Modern features, fuel efficient, tons of spare parts. If you want an automatic variant Vios, only the 1.5G trim has it. Expensive but worth it. Availability: 2003-2007.

Toyota Corolla Altis - A bit big than the Vios, but still fuel efficient, and reliable. Same as the Vios, you may have to add more. Expensive, but really worth it. There are numerous Corollas with automatics in the second hand market. 2001-2004 models fit your budget.

Nissan Sentra - For the price, you can get a recent model Sentra. They have a roomy cabin, a very cold aircon, and spare parts are abundant. Same with the two above mentioned vehicles, you may have to add more.

Honda City - You can get a 2003-2006 model for the price. Fuel efficient, has a flexible interior, and the vaunted Honda reliability. The City has a CVT transmission (similar to an automatic) but there are tons of problems regarding that (try googling it).

Honda Civic - The Civic for your model year preference is a bit heavy than the previous Civic EK. And prices are a bit high so if you want one, you need to add more.

Mitsubishi Lancer - Same with the City, it has a CVT transmission, but try to have a test drive of the prospect unit if it has any problems. Otherwise, you get a lot of features for the money and if you're into modifying, the Lancer has numerous accessories.

Ford Lynx - Feature loaded for the money, but the Lynx is less fuel efficient in automatic guise than some of its competitors. Don't worry about the notion "Ford, hirap maghanap ng spare parts", try in Banawe for hunting.

Hyundai Getz - Small car with amazing fuel consumption. But only the 2005 1.3 GL, and the later 1.4L has automatic transmission. Automatics are a bit hard to find.

Kia Picanto - Fuel efficiency is top notch, so as the quality. But good luck finding an automatic variant. Since manuals are more common for the Picanto

Honda Jazz - Pricey but still fits the 300k range. CVT's are problematic so watch out for the unit.

Happy Shopping!!

Thank you so much for the advice.me, being not so expert on cars, this is very useful...but if you were on my shoes sir, having that budget, which among these cars is the best. Which would you personally pick and buy?

[fs_edd]

300 will get you all the top picks manufactured between 1996-2001 i guess.

these include the 1996-1999/2000 civics, corollas and nissans

i'm inclined towards the 99 civic a/t. acquire for 220-250, spend the rest to make the car run reliably (fix kalampag, fluid change, brakes, engine temp, aircon, etc).

if you're lucky, you can get a really well maintained unit so you'll spend the change on whatever accessories you like (uso pa ba bayo-bayo soundz ngayon?).

i'm told na ginto ang presyo ng piyesa ng chevy so i can't recommend the optra to you.

if you're the type who's after power, prestige and interior space, you can get early model accords, camrys and cefiros. i fall into this category... i like smooth riding cars i can bring to far places with lots of space and power. but these bad boys aren't exactly fuel efficient so they may not be for you... maybe when you're older and starting your climb up the corporate ladder.

Ginto pala talaga ang optra?..I gues i might have to drop this option. Thank you so much!!

[fs_edd]

try to check yung mga cars ng bank na for auction. I won a 2007 vios 1.3 for just 315K. So you can get below P300K pa if matiyaga ka maghanap. PSbank yung sa akin dati.

Wow. That's a good buy! I've been hearing about these auctions. I just dont know how to go about it and find it. Are there any issues with the cars in their auctions?

[myk384]

Thank you for that thorough enumeration of possible cars sir. im starting to think of getting an altis...i like it also. I actually like it more than the vios. The thing is i might add more to the budget.But it is worthy, isnt it?

Sir, the Altis is a good car for beginners. Fuel efficient, low cost of maintenance, roomy interior and most of all, has numerous safety features.

Here are some advertisements i've seen for you (all are automatics):
2001 Toyota Corolla Altis 1.6G -300T
2001 Toyota Corolla Altis 1.6G-350T
2001 Toyota Corolla Altis 1.6E -305T
2002 Toyota Corolla Altis 1.8G- 345T
2001 Toyota Corolla Altis 1.6G -320T
2003 Toyota Corolla Altis 1.6E -318T

[r1chm0nd]

hello everybody!

I am planning to buy my first car. At Last!!! Due to budget constraints(300k) im considering a secondhand car. I am still learning to drive so the convenience of using an A/T is preferable.

I am in the dilemma of what car to buy. I am not so particular about specifications of cars. But one thing's for sure i want a fuel-efficient car, a car that looks good, basta yung d ako bibigyan ng sakit ng ulo.

I've seen a chevy optra 2004 for a 280k neg price. is that a good buy? I've heard about its costly gas consumption and a poor interior, so im quite hesitant.

Im also considering a honda and toyota car. or any good car model that is above year 2003.Is it possible? what can you recommend?

I've waited and saved for ages for this. I want to get something good out of my hard earned money.

Thank you so much!!!! I will so much appreciate your advices and comments!!

Have a great day!


ED

Good Day! Like you, I'm also a newbie driver and what I did was I bought an older model which is worth less than 170k (A 95 Honda Civic to be exact). I did this because since I was just learning how to drive, I bought a not so new model so it won't hurt much if I accidentally dented my car. Maybe after a year or two, I'll sell it again to get a fresher car if the budget permits. Just my 2 cents..

[tradewind26]

I would suggest go for 1st generation Vios model 2003-2007. Price range is around 300k+, and mas bago sya compared kung kukuha ka ng Automatic 2003 below model. Always take consideration the age of the car. Since 2nd hand kukunin mo, I advise you get Toyota, because of its cheaper parts and easy to find parts.

[eljo3025]

Buy a car lower than 300k, if maintenance and upgrades are included in your budget of 300k. Honda City A/T, 01 Sentra Exalta A/T, Lancer MX, etc. For me a very well maintained and personalized car is better than a slightly new used car but has issues and not well maintained.

If not I suggest buy an 01 Altis G or 01 Altis E as myk384 posted.

[fs_edd]

Sir, the Altis is a good car for beginners. Fuel efficient, low cost of maintenance, roomy interior and most of all, has numerous safety features.

Here are some advertisements i've seen for you (all are automatics):
2001 Toyota Corolla Altis 1.6G -300T
2001 Toyota Corolla Altis 1.6G-350T
2001 Toyota Corolla Altis 1.6E -305T
2002 Toyota Corolla Altis 1.8G- 345T
2001 Toyota Corolla Altis 1.6G -320T
2003 Toyota Corolla Altis 1.6E -318T

thank you sir.. altis is actually my first choice.. thanks a lot for your recommendations.. appreciate it

[fs_edd]

Buy a car lower than 300k, if maintenance and upgrades are included in your budget of 300k. Honda City A/T, 01 Sentra Exalta A/T, Lancer MX, etc. For me a very well maintained and personalized car is better than a slightly new used car but has issues and not well maintained.

If not I suggest buy an 01 Altis G or 01 Altis E as myk384 posted.

Thank you so much for the help!!!!!! Im weighing things now kung ano talaga bibilhin ko...

[Ry_Tower]

Ok yang Altis talaga. Very nice seats, roomy and excellent all around vehicle. Muntik na rin ako bumuli nyan but my wife wanted an SUV eh. But yan 2nd option ko. Ganda din kahit rims lang palitan mo.

[GTi]

I suggest the 2001 EK Civic VTi. Even uptil today, ten years after it was phased out, the performance of this car is still to be surpassed or even matched by many cars available in the market today. Just keep it stock, throw in bigger rims and perhaps upgrade the rear drums to discs a la SiR and you're good to go!

If fuel economy is not a concern to you, I present to you a more unconventional choice: Nissan Cefiro. Very cheap, very comfortable, spacious and fast. Now get a black unit and slap on them 18 inch rims and DEYM!

[fullmetal]

problema lang sa EK civic super taas ng resale value, konti nalang magiging sukli ni TS para sa mga papaayos if ever.

kung puro hway driving lang maganda ang cefiro kasi almost the same lang ang makukuha na FC sa mga compact cars, problema lang pag ntraffic na iba ang uhaw ng cefiro

[eljo3025]

problema lang sa EK civic super taas ng resale value, konti nalang magiging sukli ni TS para sa mga papaayos if ever.

kung puro hway driving lang maganda ang cefiro kasi almost the same lang ang makukuha na FC sa mga compact cars, problema lang pag ntraffic na iba ang uhaw ng cefiro

Tama, kung malapitan na City driving or hi-way driving mas gusto ko Cefiro.

Galing nga ng parts ng Nissan eh, kahit di masyado mabenta di rin mahal kaso minsan kahit mura out of stock, need to wait pa.