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Old 03-20-2021, 08:26 AM   #9
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Buying a used car for my grandson, suggestions ?

Currently, he has a 2007 Honda Accord with 200k miles and near end of life, so looking for a replacement, Japanese or Korean car. Dependability is the key word !

Limited budget of $5,000, but could go a little higher.

Also, mechnical suggestions to check when purchasing: brakes, muffler, transmission, head gaskets, tie-rods, etc. If we find a car will be taking to a mechanic for pre-check before making purchase.

Thoughts on car brands, year models to avoid etc ?

Thanks!
I don't know how old your own car is, but a seemingly simple solution may be to purchase a new car for yourself and pass down your existing car to you grandson.

Doing so will assure him of presumably good vehicle maintenance record, and a car in which you have confidence in.

Best of luck with your decision.
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