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Suggestion for a first car (used) (lemmy.world)

submitted 1 day ago by WakeyWakey@lemmy.world to c/asklemmy@lemmy.ml

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Hi guys ! I'm from Canada, and I need some advices on buying my first car. My budget is under 5k. What models/car brands are reliable ? Also, what do I need to verify and ask the seller ? Thanks a lot !

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[–] umbrella@lemmy.ml 2 points 1 day ago* (last edited 17 hours ago) (1 children)

i wonder if europeans see old audis/bmws in a better light, since these cars are more commonplace over there (more commonly available parts, mechanics know its tricks, and all that)

i wonder if they are less run down or are simply just shitty cars everywhere.

[–] undefined@lemmy.hogru.ch 2 points 18 hours ago (1 children)

Well the good news is that after I dumped a ton of money into it, it’s running smooth and still looks pretty new. It’s a Typ 8P A3 hatchback which are kind of rare here in the US.

The impression I got from the car history was that owner #2 drove it pretty hard and never maintained it. I’m dreaded owner #3.

[–] umbrella@lemmy.ml 2 points 17 hours ago* (last edited 15 hours ago) (1 children)

oh i love these things, we got a lot of the previous facelift to that one in decent numbers, kinda wanted one to drive pretty hard.

but in good condition such that it would not turn into a black hole for money, because they can sadly get crazy expensive to fix and maintain where i live. 10-15k usd sounds about right but its a huge amount in south america. like i can get new-ish proper car in great condition for that amount.

[–] undefined@lemmy.hogru.ch 2 points 17 hours ago

It isn’t here either. That’s over the course of ~2 years but I’m not wealthy by any means either. I’m lucky to not rely on it for work, so I can wait and take my time repairing it when needed.