Used sedan for 220K

[Gigitata]

Hello everyone. What car could I get with my 220K? Minimum year of '96 & a manual transmission. The only model in my mind is a Civic Vtec/VTI, and I'm not even sure if I could find one that's in good quality with my budget. I'm from Angeles City at baka po may alam kayong reputable used car dealer sa Pampanga. Thank you.

[niky]

You can find a decent VTi with that budget. You can also get a number of Nissans and Fords, too... depending on what trim level and model you'd like.

[orly_andico]

safest na buy siguro (based on the principle "the newer the better") would be a 1999 Lynx LSi. with the 1.3L engine para tipid sa gas. in this day and age, plus with a limited budget, it's better in my opinion to take advantage of depreciation to the fullest.

[Bry]

I'd get a Corona.

[squala]

96 Civic VTis are within your budget, but remember, you have to have extra for repairs and some customizing. For 200K or less, you can get a 96 Corolla GLi, then spend the change to make it better.

[tr1ck5h07]

you can get a 98 Sentra well below your budget.

[ozcity]

99' 1.3 Honda City....ka price(2nd hand) lang nya ang 96 Civic VTi?

[1D4LV]

for 220k you can get:

a 98-99 rolla lovelife XE
a 98 lancer glxi

[niky]

The 99 Cities are way overpriced for what you get... no amenities, a rust-prone body (hey, it is based on an ancient Civic platform, after all), little sound insulation and limited rear seat space.

But they aren't bad if you need a commuter car, simple interior and mechanicals equals simple repair bills, they're light and nimble (not the best steering, though) and the engines are pretty good. But that's it. I personally wouldn't get one, but if you're willing to take the plunge, it should be a painless buy and a good investment.

[orly_andico]

or a 1999-2000 GE body Mazda 626! (if you can find one) :D

which is larger than any of the other choices. and has hellacious-costing parts and guzzles gas. no go there..