The 1993-1996 Honda Accord is a great buy for this price range. Expect the car to have a lot of mileage and for the car to have a few minor dents and scratches. Honda Accords are known for going the distance and people who take care of these cars have driven them for over 300,000 miles.
If you are not interested in Hondas, then why not try and purchase a Toyota Tercel. The Tercel was a popular car in the 1990′s and was celebrated by many people. There are many Tercel’s on the market and a search on the Craigslist website will allow you to see how many of these wonderful used vehicles are available on the market. The majority of these cars come in automatic, but the cheaper models come in standard transmissions. Most Toyotas that are being sold for $3000 usually have 150,000 miles or more. Just like the Hondas, Toyotas can be driven for a very long time with proper maintenance and care.
Lastly, another great budget car is the Chevy Aveo. The only problem with this vehicle is that they tend to break down much faster than the Honda and Toyota Cars.
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