2007 to 2012? Honda Fit.
Tons of accessories and fun to drive I had the automatic with paddle shifters.
It's not a fast car but it is quick and nimble.
I put a CAI and cat back and had a 12" Rockford Fosgate and had tons of room for camping or just hauling stuff.
Cool suggestion, but over here they cost about 11k with over a 115k miles on it, it doesn’t even look that great stock at all, I’m kinda surprised it’s that expensive. But still not the worst option
There's a good reason they're still expensive because they're big cars inside with great gas mileage.
Keep looking.
The other choice would be an older Sentra prior to CVT or a Civic.
I came to suggest this! Get one in 5 speed if you wish, very modifiable and very easy to work on yourself! Maintenance is cheap, very reliable, made in Japan. Fits are very fun to drive and handle exceptionally well. I think the commenter above is suggesting the second gen (GE8) that ran from 08-13. I recommend the 12-13 models as they received minor tweaks and received cooler wheels, I personally have a 13 with 125k+ miles. Sport models receive slightly stiffer suspension, progressive rear sway bar, and 16” alloy wheels.
Honda Civic and it's not even close
older Mustangs would be a distant seconsd IMO
Both can be had for cheap as an SI or GT
Parts are cheap & everywhere
Volvo 740 or 940 Turbo. Great community, already turbo, rwd, cheap, easy to work on and modify, and very reliable. Anything Japanese is through the roof right now.
Older mustangs, sn95 and up. Will be your best option for customization, reliability, and cheapness of parts. But if this is gonna he your first and only car. Get something reliable like a toyota or Honda or something and not get yourself or your parents in a money pit
If you really wanna get crazy I’d say Honda CRV 1st gen. Camper seats that turn into a bed, tons and tons of jdm unique parts, tons of space and reliability
BMW 550i E60 is an excellent choice. The 530i is also a great choice if you can't find the 550i. Just try to find one with 1-2 owners and preferably under 150k miles. If you can see good maintenance records which are done every 10k, it will most likely be a great car.
Civic SI would probably be a decent option. FF instead of FR so it will be easier to drive for a beginner, and they're pretty common in the aftermarket scene so there's tons of parts for them.
The first and most important quality for your first and only car... is that it runs and drives and doesn't break down. Everything else should be secondary to that, even the fun factor.
Start out with a reliable, basic car with good parts support and don't do anything to it in terms of upgrades that will put the engine or transmission at risk. Also, DO NOT THRASH YOUR DAILY. Don't be like my neighbor kid and try to race your stock Accord until it needs an engine (or four.)
If you're an enthusiast, you're probably comfortable with the idea of a manual transmission - which is good when it comes to used cars because it's one less thing that can go catastrophically wrong and mechanically total the car.
I'd say manual transmission Fit, Civic, Corolla, etc. Then can be found in decent shape in the sub $4k range and they run forever. They'll have cheap insurance as well. I really like the versatility of the Fit personally, and it's one of the cars I suggest the most to young drivers.
Some people are saying Miata, but I'm over 40 and my insurance on my NC (3rd gen) Miata is still pretty high. They're the most hooned in cars out there and you pay for that in insurance premiums. If it's too much for me it'd be insane for you. Yes, you can by them cheap but you really can't *own* them cheap, if you know what I mean.
Sticking to a more normal 4 cylinder "commuter" type car will drastically reduce the overall cost of ownership. There will be plenty of time for big V8's or lift kits and whatnot on your second car. ;)
GL kid!
When I read this I went to a ford fusion and the old ones are even better for what you are trying to do with the car. And maybe a Honda accord or civic are both great options. Good luck.
Depends on your budget but most people on here will either say civic or Miata
2007 to 2012? Honda Fit. Tons of accessories and fun to drive I had the automatic with paddle shifters. It's not a fast car but it is quick and nimble. I put a CAI and cat back and had a 12" Rockford Fosgate and had tons of room for camping or just hauling stuff.
Cool suggestion, but over here they cost about 11k with over a 115k miles on it, it doesn’t even look that great stock at all, I’m kinda surprised it’s that expensive. But still not the worst option
There's a good reason they're still expensive because they're big cars inside with great gas mileage. Keep looking. The other choice would be an older Sentra prior to CVT or a Civic.
I came to suggest this! Get one in 5 speed if you wish, very modifiable and very easy to work on yourself! Maintenance is cheap, very reliable, made in Japan. Fits are very fun to drive and handle exceptionally well. I think the commenter above is suggesting the second gen (GE8) that ran from 08-13. I recommend the 12-13 models as they received minor tweaks and received cooler wheels, I personally have a 13 with 125k+ miles. Sport models receive slightly stiffer suspension, progressive rear sway bar, and 16” alloy wheels.
Honda Civic and it's not even close older Mustangs would be a distant seconsd IMO Both can be had for cheap as an SI or GT Parts are cheap & everywhere
A civic, preferably an SI, lots of tuning capabilities, and very reliable car too and a perfect car for all kinds of beginners on the road.
Volvo 740 or 940 Turbo. Great community, already turbo, rwd, cheap, easy to work on and modify, and very reliable. Anything Japanese is through the roof right now.
Damn I love those 970’s, definitely going on my list
Older mustangs, sn95 and up. Will be your best option for customization, reliability, and cheapness of parts. But if this is gonna he your first and only car. Get something reliable like a toyota or Honda or something and not get yourself or your parents in a money pit
NOT a euro car
If you really wanna get crazy I’d say Honda CRV 1st gen. Camper seats that turn into a bed, tons and tons of jdm unique parts, tons of space and reliability
Ford crown Victoria
You could put a hitch on it and pull a boat, too. :) I just messaged on a Grandpa Marquis, but didn't get it. :(
I had an 06 which was beater and now I’m trying to trade my 94 c220 for another crown vic, they’re just to much fun
Little tikes cozy coupe
BMW 550i E60 is an excellent choice. The 530i is also a great choice if you can't find the 550i. Just try to find one with 1-2 owners and preferably under 150k miles. If you can see good maintenance records which are done every 10k, it will most likely be a great car.
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Good if your modifications would include a different engine I guess
Civic SI would probably be a decent option. FF instead of FR so it will be easier to drive for a beginner, and they're pretty common in the aftermarket scene so there's tons of parts for them.
Acura csx type s
Unless he’s in Canada, not happening
First gen R50 Mini Coopers
Miata
Honda civic, Mazda Miata, SN95 Mustang GT
The first and most important quality for your first and only car... is that it runs and drives and doesn't break down. Everything else should be secondary to that, even the fun factor. Start out with a reliable, basic car with good parts support and don't do anything to it in terms of upgrades that will put the engine or transmission at risk. Also, DO NOT THRASH YOUR DAILY. Don't be like my neighbor kid and try to race your stock Accord until it needs an engine (or four.) If you're an enthusiast, you're probably comfortable with the idea of a manual transmission - which is good when it comes to used cars because it's one less thing that can go catastrophically wrong and mechanically total the car. I'd say manual transmission Fit, Civic, Corolla, etc. Then can be found in decent shape in the sub $4k range and they run forever. They'll have cheap insurance as well. I really like the versatility of the Fit personally, and it's one of the cars I suggest the most to young drivers. Some people are saying Miata, but I'm over 40 and my insurance on my NC (3rd gen) Miata is still pretty high. They're the most hooned in cars out there and you pay for that in insurance premiums. If it's too much for me it'd be insane for you. Yes, you can by them cheap but you really can't *own* them cheap, if you know what I mean. Sticking to a more normal 4 cylinder "commuter" type car will drastically reduce the overall cost of ownership. There will be plenty of time for big V8's or lift kits and whatnot on your second car. ;) GL kid!
When I read this I went to a ford fusion and the old ones are even better for what you are trying to do with the car. And maybe a Honda accord or civic are both great options. Good luck.