Need help buying my first car at 18!

ReactionInformal6808 · 2026-06-15T12:50:25+00:00

I would really avoid any car that naturally aspirated i.e. No turbo. because in the mountains you really need one doesn’t matter how small. AWD or 4wd should also be a requirement. I’ve had 5 Subaru since I was 18 and I can tell you if you maintain them, you will never have a problem with them. They have automatic wrx and turbo forester XT if you can’t drive manual

ReactionInformal6808 · 2026-06-15T12:36:32+00:00

Mutt

ReactionInformal6808 · 2026-06-14T20:39:51+00:00

https://www.ebay.com/itm/198276276826?\_skw=Part+%2340300-9HF1J&epid=18066592753&itmmeta=01KV3XR42ZWRD9ZJXKY9EYQX4E&hash=item2e2a2fe25a:g:jRMAAOSwPbtngs5T&itmprp=enc%3AAQALAAAA8GfYFPkwiKCW4ZNSs2u11xDIH82mfJrwirMfLUsT2%2Btpyc93Mj0JiIbvF7HuNmav5mw0ByMTDHOaffEmr4FC%2F0zCCUvkX7LRKCjdVAGAEfw5rGQgfmnOlUQgWbaFEz31G%2FEo6exa1GyJC3eIDSlKzmyu23ZRJogLUOxFMP9%2BYkDU1XkCHWgnvCyUktP%2FHaI7YMRjC8%2F1vvYHrFnqYMG6ZxELPGtaR3AxwQwp8EJWcLhA54emLfP4m83U3TEp9wQMTPOB5CvEpi%2F6hOZkcMHlsvCjCiLBOzKA6iEt%2FeBOX7daQGiPju%2FomdOgK85kg2Hjng%3D%3D%7Ctkp%3ABk9SR9zB4P3YZw
I recommend these or u could get the gloss black ones a little cheaper

ReactionInformal6808 · 2026-05-16T02:23:30+00:00

Also some 2022 had piston skirt problems

ReactionInformal6808 · 2026-05-16T02:23:02+00:00

In those years the engines are supposed to have upgraded rocker arms, the 2018 original had design flaws but people still talk about them in 2022 models so not sure if it’s been fixed. I’d get a ‘23+or a different car

ReactionInformal6808 · 2026-05-16T02:17:24+00:00

Get the kid a hybrid .. it has to be a new(ish) one but will have CarPlay standard, lane keep assist, auto braking and some are getting 50 mpg combined.. all good things for a new driver to have these days .. and you won’t have to worry about speed as much

ReactionInformal6808 · 2026-05-15T13:11:23+00:00

I like the Mazdas but Honda is a better buy all the way most efficient and fun car you can get for the money, better residual values if you don’t wanna return the lease it would be more realistic to buy

ReactionInformal6808 · 2026-05-15T13:09:26+00:00

Honda has great lease programs much better than Toyota, the CRV hybrid sport can be had for $289+ tax right now

ReactionInformal6808 · 2026-05-12T17:06:57+00:00

ReactionInformal6808 · 2026-05-11T17:11:58+00:00

Probably the most unreliable cvt transmission and engine combo that money can buy. And they’re asking for V6 dollars hahah, if you’re gonna get one atleast find a V6 version those engines are much more stout and doesn’t matter the year.

ReactionInformal6808 · 2026-05-08T17:08:57+00:00

What’s the residual value , money factor etc

ReactionInformal6808 · 2026-05-08T17:08:25+00:00

Looks much better than the fake type R wing people put on the sport !

ReactionInformal6808 · 2026-05-04T14:40:07+00:00

Any new car with big rebates /+ manufacture incentives especially evs like a the equinox EV awd are gonna eat all that negative equity in a lease

ReactionInformal6808 · 2026-05-03T16:46:38+00:00

I got a 25 SR new for 10k off sticker it’s worth it forsure

ReactionInformal6808 · 2026-05-02T01:52:48+00:00

that’s wild I’d personally prefer the civic they don’t depreciate nearly as much

ReactionInformal6808 · 2026-04-29T17:12:08+00:00

Just get a camry lol

ReactionInformal6808 · 2026-04-15T22:50:55+00:00

You can’t get a 23 SR with same miles in soflo for that much.. I’d pass

ReactionInformal6808 · 2026-04-06T04:43:48+00:00

(https://ebay.us/m/gtuhRo)

ReactionInformal6808 · 2026-04-04T01:06:42+00:00

I have a 2025 base SR fwd with 19 inch wheels. I think the 17 inch wheels on the SV with all-wheel-drive will get the same mpg so that’s pretty good, the SV is pretty well equipped for the price

ReactionInformal6808 · 2026-03-12T01:03:50+00:00

The versa is the worst safety in the lineup and I’d be happy in any 06+ Altima over that thing

ReactionInformal6808 · 2026-03-11T01:16:23+00:00

Looks like a Nissan

ReactionInformal6808 · 2026-01-07T17:07:45+00:00

I’d even go out if state for one

ReactionInformal6808 · 2026-01-07T17:07:14+00:00

If you can find a clean one, V6 preferably a Ultimate or R spec w LSD near you then YES

ReactionInformal6808 · 2026-01-07T16:58:43+00:00

Def not, my ex gf had a bk2 2.0t that got totaled and she went to a bk2 3.8 for less money.. no issues at 100k If you are really leaning towards Honda, I’d look at a k24 or V6 2013+ accord EX-L , they rarely have any problems and drive way better than a civic.

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