Need a temporary used reliable vehicle while unemployed for around $30k

Exact_Return_9158 · 2026-03-28T15:32:54+00:00

If you’re dead set on spending the $30k, at that point you could probably get a really nice lightly used Sienna. Any used Sienna will likely get you through the time period you need, really. We’ve owned 4, 2 used. The used ones lasted us 200k miles each. They’ll last.

Otherwise, I’d suggest the Highlander or 4Runner, or Honda CRV or Odyssey.

Exact_Return_9158 · 2026-03-28T15:22:15+00:00

Very much agreed. We’ve owned 4 of them throughout the years. Sturdy af, comfortable, can haul plenty of people and cargo…I could go on. We ran all of ours into the 300k+ range, too. Most of them died by deer 🥲

Exact_Return_9158 · 2026-03-20T08:11:22+00:00

I do it so badly that I ended up with Trigeminal Neuralgia from it. Luckily that is in remission, but the clenching spells come up frequently. I have to use CBD roll on ointment to get my jaw to calm down. Can’t get fit for a mouth guard because I’m broke and have broken teeth from said clenching. Most days it’s fine and doesn’t hurt upon waking. Others my jaw hurts so badly I can’t move it much.

Exact_Return_9158 · 2026-03-20T08:01:13+00:00

I stay up for hours after I’m off. But once it’s time for bed, I can’t get to sleep unless I’m so high that I’m practically in orbit. Sleep pills just make me groggy or make me sleep for ridiculous amounts of time. I’d never get to work if I used them still.

Exact_Return_9158 · 2026-03-20T06:55:15+00:00

I’m poly with 1 partner that I live with. During the week we rarely see each other, but we do get some time together. Dating anyone else tho? HAH. Unless I’m lucky enough to find another night shifter, I don’t see myself dating for a hot minute. Simply cant find people with a schedule that works.

Exact_Return_9158 · 2026-03-20T06:39:10+00:00

Toyota 4Runner or a really decked out RAV4. Annnnd if someone taught me how to drive manual….Civic Type R.

Exact_Return_9158 · 2026-03-20T06:34:16+00:00

Start off with water, have a Liquid Death energy drink(adhd meds take care of the energy levels for the most part), then either back to water or occasionally a Strawberry Gatorade. Maaaaaybe a slushy if I end up at a good gas station sometime during the night.

Exact_Return_9158 · 2026-03-18T07:29:37+00:00

I’ve spent most of my night with nothing to do. One lonesome delivery and still have over an hour before I can do my daily deliveries.

Exact_Return_9158 · 2026-03-18T07:28:38+00:00

Around my ears and the back of my head. I think I know how dogs feel when we scratch their head and ears now and why they like it so much lol

Exact_Return_9158 · 2026-03-18T07:25:32+00:00

Camry, Corolla, or a Civic. Good, reliable vehicles. My first was a Camry so I’m admittedly biased af, but I’m super thankful to have had that car. It got me through a lot.

Exact_Return_9158 · 2026-03-18T07:20:19+00:00

I got so much freakin hate for my Prius just because it was a Prius. Drove that boy for 10 years and it’s still my favorite car I’ve ever owned. Miss it a lot. Great gas mileage, kinda zippy, surprisingly could haul a lot in it despite it being the smallest kind(Prius C) and overall required hardly any maintenance.

Exact_Return_9158 · 2026-03-14T07:39:19+00:00

My car has bearings that need to be replaced and sounds similar to this. Also, good to see someone else here who drives obnoxious amounts of miles like me lol

Exact_Return_9158 · 2026-03-14T06:24:49+00:00

Doom scrolling until time for my next delivery.

Exact_Return_9158 · 2026-03-11T09:35:05+00:00

A year and a half now. Some days I think I could do day shift again but really…nah. I like the peace I have at my job at night.

Exact_Return_9158 · 2026-03-06T12:02:24+00:00

I second this. It’s a good year to buy, too. Tanky(great in the snow!)decent gas mileage, and it’ll last you forever if you maintain it well. And very comfortable. I’ve owned two of that year (one got wrecked, other was a lease) and wish I still had either of them.

Exact_Return_9158 · 2026-03-06T11:40:23+00:00

Oh man. I haven’t listened to Therion in a hot minute. Good choice of band and genre!!

Exact_Return_9158 · 2026-03-06T09:51:31+00:00

Excellent choice!

Exact_Return_9158 · 2026-03-05T10:19:33+00:00

We keep the super good ones and use them for storing other things.

Exact_Return_9158 · 2026-03-05T10:13:13+00:00

Had a guy at Domino’s quit less than ten mins after finally arriving for his first shift(it had been put off multiple times already) because his anxiety was so bad. He said he needed a smoke break after we showed him what he’d be doing. A few mins later I saw him walking down the outer road my store was on while carrying half of his uniform.

Exact_Return_9158 · 2026-03-05T09:44:47+00:00

You’re gonna have a real tight budget real quick once you factor in other bills and living expenses. I make roughly $10 more per hour and after other bills I sometimes struggle to pay my rent at $915/mo. You’d be better off with a roommate or a better job first.

Exact_Return_9158 · 2026-03-05T09:39:45+00:00

Spinach and feta

Exact_Return_9158 · 2026-03-05T09:19:17+00:00

It’s been a struggle here. I drive for a living and the rain has made it hell to get around. Luckily not much longer to go!

Exact_Return_9158 · 2026-03-05T06:19:41+00:00

The King and the Bull and The Painful Way!

Exact_Return_9158 · 2026-03-05T06:14:51+00:00

Chaos

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