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WTB Cheap commuter car for gf

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    WTB Cheap commuter car for gf

    since I start the new job on Monday the girl needs to get a car on her own.
    I am scanning CL currently but was wondering if any members here have something they want to sell.

    The cheaper the better. Ideally <$1500
    Must be able to pass MA inspection, must have title.
    Dont care if it doesnt have radio, power windows, or fancy stuff.
    Solid engine, working lights would be great.

    Commute is 8 miles each way.

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    Re: WTB Cheap commuter car for gf

    You're welcome to come pick up the drz if you need a short term solution.

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    Re: WTB Cheap commuter car for gf

    You should consider something front wheel drive with snow tires.

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    Re: WTB Cheap commuter car for gf

    Quote Originally Posted by Chippertheripper View Post
    You should consider something front wheel drive with snow tires.
    You know that's how I roll

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    Quote Originally Posted by cdovego View Post
    You're welcome to come pick up the drz if you need a short term solution.
    Thank you for the kind offer

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    Re: WTB Cheap commuter car for gf

    You looking for anything specific? My buddy has a 1995 Corolla he is trying to sell right at that price range. Less than 60k miles. Currently titled/registered/inspected. Drove the thing myself a few times too...runs great. Only problems with it are minor cosmetic things (front door handle chipped off due to the winter last year, cup holders don't fully retract, etc...).

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    Re: WTB Cheap commuter car for gf

    Quote Originally Posted by foxboro View Post
    You looking for anything specific? My buddy has a 1995 Corolla he is trying to sell right at that price range. Less than 60k miles. Currently titled/registered/inspected. Drove the thing myself a few times too...runs great. Only problems with it are minor cosmetic things (front door handle chipped off due to the winter last year, cup holders don't fully retract, etc...).
    that may be EXACTLY what I am looking for

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    Re: WTB Cheap commuter car for gf

    was going to say Corolla...

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    Re: WTB Cheap commuter car for gf

    My GF has a 2004 Camry with just over 100K. New tires, brakes, and a bunch of other things. She's had it since 2006. The trade in is $2,500 so as long as she can walk away with that I'm sure she'll let it go.

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    Re: WTB Cheap commuter car for gf

    Quote Originally Posted by nt650hawk View Post
    was going to say Corolla...
    corolla/civic is def the only reliable option at this price

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    Quote Originally Posted by NPDCPA View Post
    My GF has a 2004 Camry with just over 100K. New tires, brakes, and a bunch of other things. She's had it since 2006. The trade in is $2,500 so as long as she can walk away with that I'm sure she'll let it go.
    wanna send me some pictures when you get a chance please?

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    Re: WTB Cheap commuter car for gf

    Will do. It's not banged up, but does have its share of scratches from her kids. Can use a good cleaning inside but is otherwise solid and reliable.

    Will this be the second helping hand? Ha ha. The Tanz SV seemed to work out well.

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    Re: WTB Cheap commuter car for gf

    Quote Originally Posted by NPDCPA View Post
    Will do. It's not banged up, but does have its share of scratches from her kids. Can use a good cleaning inside but is otherwise solid and reliable.

    Will this be the second helping hand? Ha ha. The Tanz SV seemed to work out well.
    hahha pretty much! #TanzForPresident

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    Re: WTB Cheap commuter car for gf

    PM your email addy and I'll send some pics when I get a chance

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    Re: WTB Cheap commuter car for gf

    Message Island Boyeeeeeeeeeee

    He's got a Subaru wagon (AWD) he's trying to sell for around $2k. I drove it for a few days and it runs fine.


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    Re: WTB Cheap commuter car for gf

    My sister just moved to CA and my parents are selling her Corolla. It's probably late '90's-early 2000's. Gold in color, probably about 120k, auto. New starter. I believe it's always passed inspection, but I'm thinking it has a small crack in the windshield, but I could be wrong.

    It's not actually for sale yet, but it's available if you want it. It's in Cohasset and right in your price range.

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    Careful with 98-02 corollas....to achieve the gas mileage #'s they made undersized pistons with oversized rings...and since rings are weaker than pistons they wear out and start burning oil...a lot... you'll start driving really low without any symptoms and it'll lock up. Top up often...

    I recommend 98-02 camry

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    Re: WTB Cheap commuter car for gf

    bumping this, we are back in search mode

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    Bump

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    Re: WTB Cheap commuter car for gf

    Shoulda kept the Del Sol!

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    Re: WTB Cheap commuter car for gf

    Quote Originally Posted by Mr. Kurtz View Post
    Shoulda kept the Del Sol!
    or the corolla

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    Re: WTB Cheap commuter car for gf

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    Re: WTB Cheap commuter car for gf

    Got a coworker selling an Oldsmobile Alero. Dunno if that tickles your fancy at all.

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    Re: WTB Cheap commuter car for gf

    Honda civics are a dime a dozen on cl everywhere.

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    Re: WTB Cheap commuter car for gf

    check out Letgo. its like fish in a barrel for cars.

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    Re: WTB Cheap commuter car for gf

    Apparently the Alero was sold this weekend.

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