{"id":24651,"date":"2021-04-08T03:09:09","date_gmt":"2021-04-08T10:09:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogv2prod.wpenginepowered.com\/blog\/?p=24651"},"modified":"2025-03-24T18:05:34","modified_gmt":"2025-03-25T01:05:34","slug":"the-10-best-cars-under-1000-our-chief-technicians-list","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/the-10-best-cars-under-1000-our-chief-technicians-list\/","title":{"rendered":"The 10 Best Cars Under $1000: Our Automotive Subject Matter Expert, Mia Bevacqua&#8217;s List"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 7<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span><style>.kadence-column24651_324fe7-2c > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column24651_324fe7-2c > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column24651_324fe7-2c > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column24651_324fe7-2c > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column24651_324fe7-2c > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column24651_324fe7-2c > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column24651_324fe7-2c{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column24651_324fe7-2c > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column24651_324fe7-2c > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column24651_324fe7-2c inner-column-1 qk-look-widget\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-row ultp-block-6d4026  qk-main-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-row-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-row-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-column ultp-block-f0ee87\"><div class=\"ultp-column-wrapper\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading24651_2bb6cf-f5, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading24651_2bb6cf-f5[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading24651_2bb6cf-f5\"]{text-align:center;font-size:20px;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading24651_2bb6cf-f5 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading24651_2bb6cf-f5[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading24651_2bb6cf-f5\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-family:Inter;font-weight:500;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading24651_2bb6cf-f5 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading24651_2bb6cf-f5[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading24651_2bb6cf-f5\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"kt-adv-heading24651_2bb6cf-f5 summary-title wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading24651_2bb6cf-f5\"><span>Summary<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The seventh-generation Toyota Corolla, third-generation Toyota Camry, and first-generation Toyota Avalon are three of the best cars under $1,000.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can look for cars under $1,000 at independent used car lots or on sites like Craigslist.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Purchasing a car under $1,000 could bury you in debt with repairs, so it&rsquo;s recommended to have the proper tools and know-how to tackle issues yourself.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Finding a decent car for under $1000 can be a challenge. These days, a fancy dinner can cost a grand, so it comes as no surprise that most cars that cost less than that either barely run or don&rsquo;t run at all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But if you spend enough time on Craigslist (or a similar website), you&rsquo;ll eventually find an operable vehicle for under $1000. Just don&rsquo;t expect your &ldquo;new&rdquo; ride to be pretty&mdash;or smell good.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Most Reliable Cars Under $1000<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Any car that you purchase for less than $1,000 is bound to have some mechanical and cosmetic issues. Still, there are some vehicles in that price range that are a better bet than others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&rsquo;re looking for the cheapest of the cheap when it comes to transportation, these $1000 cars are generally some of the most reliable options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"670\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/7th-gen-toyota-corolla-1024x670.jpg\" alt=\"7th gen toyota corolla\" class=\"wp-image-24652\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/7th-gen-toyota-corolla-1024x670.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/7th-gen-toyota-corolla-300x196.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/7th-gen-toyota-corolla-768x503.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/7th-gen-toyota-corolla-150x98.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/7th-gen-toyota-corolla.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Toyota Corolla is the best-selling car of all time because of its unwavering dependability. Image source: <a href=\"https:\/\/pressroom.toyota.com\/album\/1993-1997-toyota-corolla-seventh-7th-generation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"Toyota\">Toyota<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Seventh-Generation Toyota Corolla (1993 &ndash; 1997)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>No, the Toyota Corolla isn&rsquo;t exciting&mdash;it never has been, and probably never will be. The Corolla is, however, the best-selling car of all time, primarily because of its <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/toyota-corolla-reliability-and-common-problems\/#Are_Toyota_Corollas_Reliable\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"unwavering dependability\">unwavering dependability<\/a>. Many of the seventh-generation models (circa 1993-1997) are still on the road.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"article-search-widget\">\n<div class=\"cp-search\">\n<div align=\"center\">\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cld.partsimg.com\/image\/upload\/w_auto,dpr_auto\/carparts\/logos\/badge_wordmark\/full_color\/CP_LOGO_COLOUR_RGB\" alt=\"CarParts.com\" width=\"300\" height=\"56\">\n<\/div>\n<form id=\"cpsearchform\" name=\"cpsearchform\" action=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/search\" method=\"get\" target=\"_blank\" accept-charset=\"character_set\" aria-label=\"search CarParts.com\">\n    <input type=\"text\" class=\"keyword\" name=\"q\" placeholder=\"Search for parts on CarParts.com\" value=\"\" aria-label=\"Search CarParts.com\"><input type=\"submit\" class=\"btn-search\" value=\"Search\" aria-label=\"Search\">\n<\/form>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Since there are plenty of seventh-generation Corollas still kicking, finding one that costs less than a grand is totally doable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/1995-toyota-camry-1024x640.jpg\" alt=\"1995 toyota camry\" class=\"wp-image-24653\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/1995-toyota-camry-1024x640.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/1995-toyota-camry-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/1995-toyota-camry-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/1995-toyota-camry-150x94.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/1995-toyota-camry.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Nearly all Camrys, including the third generation, are known for being some of the most dependable cars on the road. Image source: <a href=\"https:\/\/pressroom.toyota.com\/album\/1992-1996-toyota-camry-third-3rd-generation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"Toyota\">Toyota<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Third-Generation Toyota Camry (1992 &ndash; 1996)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&rsquo;re looking for a clunker with a bit more cabin space than the Toyota Corolla provides, you can upgrade&mdash;if there is such a thing as &ldquo;upgrading&rdquo; in the ultra-cheap car category&mdash;to the slightly larger Toyota Camry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Nearly all Camrys, including the third generation, are known for being some of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/toyota-camry-reliability-and-common-problems\/#Is_the_Toyota_Camry_Reliable\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"the most dependable cars on the road\">the most dependable cars on the road<\/a>. Also, if you&rsquo;re one of those drivers who likes to remain incognito, a beige Toyota Camry will help you blend in wherever you go.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"624\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/first-gen-toyota-avalon-1024x624.jpg\" alt=\"first gen toyota avalon\" class=\"wp-image-24654\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/first-gen-toyota-avalon-1024x624.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/first-gen-toyota-avalon-300x183.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/first-gen-toyota-avalon-768x468.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/first-gen-toyota-avalon-150x91.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/first-gen-toyota-avalon.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Aside from being a reliable hauler, all first-generation Toyota Avalon models come with a stout 3.0L V6 engine, plenty of conveniences, and ample interior space. Image source: <a href=\"https:\/\/pressroom.toyota.com\/album\/1995-1999-toyota-avalon-first-1st-generation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"Toyota\">Toyota<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">First-Generation Toyota Avalon (1995-1999)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In its day, the first-generation Toyota Avalon was considered to be quite luxurious. Decades later, even though the O.G. model has lost most of its allure, it&rsquo;s still a reliable hauler. Plus, all first-generation models come with a stout 3.0L V6 engine, plenty of conveniences, and ample interior space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Avalon is an interesting and affordable alternative to the Corolla or Camry. If you fancy yourself as someone who goes against the grain, hop online and see if you can find one for less than $1000.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/fourth-gen-honda-accord-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"fourth gen honda accord\" class=\"wp-image-24655\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/fourth-gen-honda-accord-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/fourth-gen-honda-accord-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/fourth-gen-honda-accord-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/fourth-gen-honda-accord-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/fourth-gen-honda-accord-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/fourth-gen-honda-accord.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Like most Hondas, the fourth-generation Accord is dependable, A-to-B transportation. Image source: <a href=\"https:\/\/wieck-honda-production.s3.amazonaws.com\/photos\/09ddbecf5f16c648c4a6a932cd6855f3d14881a6\/preview-928x522.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"Honda\">Honda<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fourth-Generation Honda Accord (1994 &ndash; 1997)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Like most Hondas, the fourth-generation Accord is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/honda-accord-reliability-and-common-problems\/#Are_Honda_Accords_Reliable\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"dependable, A-to-B transportation\">dependable, A-to-B transportation<\/a>. If you look around, you&rsquo;ll still see many of these well-built cars on the road. You&rsquo;ll also find quite a few weathered yet functional examples available online, some of which fall into the under $1000 category.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/fifth-gen-honda-civic-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"fifth gen honda civic\" class=\"wp-image-24656\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/fifth-gen-honda-civic-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/fifth-gen-honda-civic-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/fifth-gen-honda-civic-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/fifth-gen-honda-civic-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/fifth-gen-honda-civic-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/fifth-gen-honda-civic.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The fifth-generation Civic gets the job done when it comes to basic transportation. Image source: <a href=\"https:\/\/wieck-honda-production.s3.amazonaws.com\/photos\/e323bb93b9e20f8a911a69a979ee2f0c0ce200d6\/preview-928x522.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"Honda\">Honda<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fifth-Generation Honda Civic (1992 &ndash; 1995)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>These days, a brand-new Honda Civic can cost as much as $40,000. If that&rsquo;s out of your budget, don&rsquo;t worry&mdash;you can forgo a car payment altogether by purchasing a fifth-generation Civic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Despite being a bit dowdy, the fifth-generation Civic <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/honda-civic-reliability-and-common-problems\/#Are_Honda_Civics_Reliable\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"gets the job done\">gets the job done<\/a> when it comes to basic transportation. Comb through enough online classified ads, and you&rsquo;ll eventually find an extremely cheap example that still runs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"659\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/2004-mazda-3-1024x659.jpg\" alt=\"2004 mazda 3\" class=\"wp-image-24657\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/2004-mazda-3-1024x659.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/2004-mazda-3-300x193.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/2004-mazda-3-768x494.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/2004-mazda-3-150x97.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/2004-mazda-3.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The 3&rsquo;s sporty appearance and perky demeanor have made it an affordable favorite amongst enthusiasts. Image source: <a href=\"https:\/\/1ijylmozio83m2nkr2v293mp-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/2004_Mazda3_two-car-shot-1024x659.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"Mazda\">Mazda<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">First-Generation Mazda 3 (2004 &ndash; 2009)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Without a doubt, the first-generation Mazda 3 is the best-looking car on this list. The 3&rsquo;s sporty appearance and perky demeanor have made it an affordable favorite amongst enthusiasts. What&rsquo;s more, the first-generation is known for being <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/mazda-3-reliability-and-common-problems\/#How_Reliable_Is_the_Mazda_3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"reasonably dependable\">reasonably dependable<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Mazda 3 was available in two body styles&mdash;a sedan and a hatchback&mdash;when it was first introduced. Examples of both can be found online for next-to-nothing if you look hard enough.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"469\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/1998-chevrolet-prizm-1024x469.png\" alt=\"1998 chevrolet prizm\" class=\"wp-image-24658\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/1998-chevrolet-prizm-1024x469.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/1998-chevrolet-prizm-300x137.png 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/1998-chevrolet-prizm-768x352.png 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/1998-chevrolet-prizm-150x69.png 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/1998-chevrolet-prizm.png 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The third-generation Chevrolet Prizm is, in fact, a rebadged Toyota Corolla. Image source: <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:98-02_Chevrolet_Prizm.png\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"MercurySable99\">MercurySable99<\/a> | Wikimedia Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Third-Generation Chevrolet Prizm (1998 &ndash; 2002)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The third-generation Chevrolet Prizm is, in fact, a rebadged Toyota Corolla. Underneath the Prizm&rsquo;s thinly veiled disguise, you&rsquo;ll find legendary Toyota quality and reliability. But because the Prizm is a Chevy, most examples cost less than a similar Corolla.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>General Motors also produced a nearly identical Geo Prizm alongside the third-generation Chevy Prizm. Occasionally, both versions pop up online for less than $1000.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/first-generation-pontiac-vibe-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"first generation pontiac vibe\" class=\"wp-image-24659\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/first-generation-pontiac-vibe-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/first-generation-pontiac-vibe-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/first-generation-pontiac-vibe-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/first-generation-pontiac-vibe-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/first-generation-pontiac-vibe-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/first-generation-pontiac-vibe.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Vibe is a rebadged version of the Toyota Matrix.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">First-Generation Pontiac Vibe (2003 &ndash; 2008)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you find the Toyota Matrix appealing, but a little out of your price range, you might want to consider its chassis-mate, the Pontiac Vibe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Vibe is a rebadged version of the Matrix, much like the Prizm is a rebadged version of the Corolla. Naturally, the Vibe costs less than the Matrix because, well, the Vibe is a Pontiac&mdash;and the Pontiac brand doesn&rsquo;t even exist anymore.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/1996-nissan-sentra-1024x681.jpg\" alt=\"1996 nissan sentra\" class=\"wp-image-24660\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/1996-nissan-sentra-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/1996-nissan-sentra-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/1996-nissan-sentra-768x510.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/1996-nissan-sentra-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/1996-nissan-sentra-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/1996-nissan-sentra.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The fourth-generation Sentra has a maintenance-free timing chain rather than a timing belt, which requires periodic replacement. Image source: <a href=\"https:\/\/usa.nissannews.com\/en-US\/channels\/us-united-states-nissan?query=1996%20sentra&amp;selectedTabId=us-united-states-nissan-photos&amp;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"Nissan\">Nissan<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fourth-Generation Nissan Sentra (1995 &ndash; 1999)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Even though the fourth-generation Nissan Sentra is a total snooze in the looks department, it&rsquo;s a pretty sound car overall.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The vintage Sentra is also noteworthy because, unlike most cars from the same era (including many on this list), it has a timing chain rather than a timing belt. Unlike timing belts, which require periodic replacement, timing chains are supposed to be maintenance-free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/first-gen-nissan-altima-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"first gen nissan altima\" class=\"wp-image-24661\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/first-gen-nissan-altima-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/first-gen-nissan-altima-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/first-gen-nissan-altima-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/first-gen-nissan-altima-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/first-gen-nissan-altima-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/first-gen-nissan-altima.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The top-tier first-generation Nissan Altima GLE model came with an impressive list of features, including a head-up display. 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Classified ads often have a lot of listings from private parties, which are more likely to have cheap cars than your local dealership will.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dealerships that are backed by a vehicle manufacturer (i.e., Ford, Toyota, etc.) rarely keep super cheap cars in stock. Instead, to protect their reputation, most dealers send older cars that are at risk of breaking down off to auction. Though sometimes, dealers sell junkers as &ldquo;back-lot specials&rdquo; that come with a liability waiver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Independent <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/top-used-cars\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"used car\">used car<\/a> lots are a different story. Buy-here-pay-here used car lots are often willing to sell you anything&mdash;including a clunker that&rsquo;s on its last leg. And they probably won&rsquo;t make you sign a waiver to get the car, either.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/checking-used-cars-for-sale-online-1024x700.jpg\" alt=\"checking used cars for sale online\" class=\"wp-image-24663\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/checking-used-cars-for-sale-online-1024x700.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/checking-used-cars-for-sale-online-300x205.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/checking-used-cars-for-sale-online-768x525.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/checking-used-cars-for-sale-online-150x103.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/checking-used-cars-for-sale-online.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Online classified ads often have a lot of listings from private parties, which are more likely to have cheap cars than your local dealership will.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Should You Buy a Cheap Car for Under $1000?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Purchasing a cheap car and avoiding ca monthly payment can give you a sense of accomplishment. You might feel like you found a loophole and beat the system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But wait&mdash;not so fast. A cheap car can quickly bury you in debt with repairs. Unless you&rsquo;re a DIYer who&rsquo;s handy with a wrench, you might be better off spending a little extra money to get yourself something more reliable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, keep in mind: Any cheap car you buy could fail catastrophically without warning. You need to be ready, both emotionally and financially, to go find another cheap ride at any moment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Think you can raise your budget to $2000? Check out our list of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/7-most-reliable-used-cars-under-2000\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"most reliable used cars under $2000\">most reliable used cars under $2000<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Many Miles Is Too Many for a Used Car?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There&rsquo;s no definite number of miles that will dictate whether a used car has been driven too much to be bought by another person.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In some cases, odometer readings are divided by vehicle age. Given that the average vehicle runs for 10,000 to 12,000 miles per year, a five-year-old car should have a range of 50,000 to 60,000 miles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ultimately, a vehicle that has been driven for over 100,000 miles will still run fine without needing major repairs, given that it has been well taken care of. 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