Bought two used Toyotas years ago and these Toyotas still had cassette players. Cars still crank every day.

@shatimbeecat1960

Ай бұрын

Bravo to you I hate that the new cars got rid of the CD players too. I’m old. I don’t know how to do those technical things lol

@admiralkrankandhismightyba158

Ай бұрын

My chevrolet cars have lasted longer than the toyotas owned by people i know. And cheaper relative to what you get.

@ojingaj30

Ай бұрын

Sounds like my '01 Avalon😄 She still drive's like a dream!

@thebookwasbetter3650

24 күн бұрын

We have a 'free' table in my apartment building. Someone put one of those cassette tape adaptors on the table. I remember those from the 90s when everyone was switching to CDs. In my buddy's minivan, he had one and he had a pillow on the floor to put his discman on since it skipped when he hit a bump.

@Answers721

22 күн бұрын

My 19 year old Lexus in in perfect shape. Buy quality used vehicles.

I have 2017 Camry LE with the 6 speed. I did buy it new and I ain’t no millionaire buy bought it to keep. So so good, no problems in 7 1/2 years

The Chevys are bad... That being said, you forgot to include GMC and Buick. Because of badge engineering, most of those vehicles you mentioned have equivalent models from other brands that are basically exactly the same under the hood just with a different emblem.

I purchased my truck new in 09. 8yrs straight no issues. Last 7yrs been costing me about 1k to 2k in maintenance . Cheaper then car payments. Yes vehicles do depreciate but if you keep it twice the length of the loan, you get your money back plus more each month. My truck has paid me back twice and working on 3 pay back. If you keep the ride at least 10 to 15yrs, you making your money back plus more and enjoy no payments. Best part, I didn't buy someone's problems. Keep them longer

@georgewelker2846

28 күн бұрын

If you bought it a year old imagine how fast the payback ratio would be

@StandOwtPhoto

27 күн бұрын

@@georgewelker2846 Boom!

@asnmdnss

22 күн бұрын

it was brand new bruh...it should last you 7 years...this is nothing to brag about lol

@DanielGarcia-zz9eg

22 күн бұрын

@asnmdnss Not Bragging but buying new and staying on top of maintenance the vehicle will go a long time. Not every vehicle can make it like luxury cars like Mercedes, BMW, Maserati. Gotta buy the vehicle all Americans are driving. I played the used car game, just cost me alot that I could of purchased a new ride. Learn my lesson at 18, always buy new and keep it at least 10 to 15yrs. Get your money back and enjoy 8yrs payment free or more Doesn't have to be a 70k or 100k vehicle. There are some new vehicles for 20 to 28k. My 2010 Nissan altima. 156,000 and still going strong. Purchase it new for 23k. 14yrs old today, I got my money back twice already . Just best to buy new and take care of it

@asnmdnss

21 күн бұрын

@@DanielGarcia-zz9eg I'm driving an 08 Acura TL, just stop bruh...7 years is nothing...not even old lol

I tend to buy Japanese cars made there, I’ve had great luck with them but I do stay away from certain brands like Nissan/Infinity.

You can buy the Honda with the Takata airbags, the recalls are still covered at the dealership.

@sandyseibelhager7131

Ай бұрын

Yep, I’ve had them replaced on my Toyota as well(twice)

@dir3en8grey

Ай бұрын

Yeah, mine is 20 years old, and I took it to the dealership to change it out free of charge

@RyansuBike

Ай бұрын

Nissans also had these airbags and also had a free replacement recall

@moretana1232

26 күн бұрын

To say or imply that Honda was the only make that had those air bags is disingenuous. Lots of manufacturers used the takata air bags.

@jdmulloy

25 күн бұрын

​@@moretana1232 yep. Had to have both airbags on my Ford Fusion replaced under recall. Automotive supply chains are so concentrated for some parts there are 3 or fewer than 3 manufacturers, one of them has a problem and millions of vehicles across dozens of brands are affected.

Takata didn't only supply airbags for Honda and the dealerships are responsible for replacing them under the recall. 100% still buy Hondas and Acuras! My husband just paid cash for our "new" 2008 Honda Fit and it is such a great little reliable commuter. I'm currently working the baby steps on paying off my 2019 Acura TLX - I've had it for almost 3 years and took out a 7 year loan... now I'm pacing to pay it off in a year thanks to finding the Ramsey team!!!

Just buy a toyota corolla

@BA-pz3lo

Ай бұрын

this is the correct answer. but so many people end up buying a bmw or audi and then complain when it brakes down. they just dont get it

@annavolpe3229

Ай бұрын

I have a 17 year old Toyota Corolla that is still running perfectly although the body doesn’t look as nice.

@deepthinker999

Ай бұрын

If you can find one that is used and has been well maintained.

@tubenachos

28 күн бұрын

​@annavolpe3229 nah who cares, you're building wealth 💰

@user-xt3vq1rz7d

25 күн бұрын

Purchased a Toyota Corolla Hatchback XSE and couldn’t be happier. Lots of safety features, perfect for new drivers.

We always buy used Three or more-year-old luxury cars. We have had an Acura TL for 10 years and just bought a 2010 Lexus which was immaculate. Both vehicles have been extremely reliable and very minimal maintenance. Obviously no payments on the Acura and I paid off the Lexus in one year. Still enjoying driving both cars as they have the luxury features, although they are much older

@ZRO777

Ай бұрын

What about now? Market for used cars is relatively close to the price of a new car. Do you guys buy them with certain mileage in mind?

@inspirice9844

Ай бұрын

​@ZRO777 15 year old cars won't be anywhere near the price of new cars

@sherimowery3251

29 күн бұрын

Totally agree! We have bought our kids older Acura and Lexus cars and they have been great! My 2015 Acura RDX has been a wonderful car that we got on an online auction.

@ArmageddonIsHere

29 күн бұрын

I had a an Acura TL 2006 until it was totaled 6 months ago. I liked its driveability, nice to drive. But the reliability is overrated. I have, even now after no longer owning it, service records going back to the day of the purchase and I know for a fact that it began to cost me way more than it was worth. The only reason for me to hold on to it was sentimental; it was purchased when my child was born and there were memories associated with it, almost like a family member. And like a family member, it was expensive and needed considerable maintenance.

@JC-zh3qf

25 күн бұрын

Smart lady, great decision. Congrats!

I have to defend Honda on the airbag recall. I bought a 12 year old Accord from a small used car lot. It wasn’t long after the car was registered, I received a notice from Honda of America that the Takata recall hadn’t been done on that car. I took it to a Honda dealer and they had it good to go in an hour.

@johnattrill371

6 күн бұрын

Thats why these cars aren't cheap. The service is excellent honouring mistakes or imperfections.

Almost all of our cars have been used, rarely more than 15K and I'm a car guy that can afford to buy whatever I want. I do my own repairs when needed and haven't had a car payment in 30 years.

Edmunds has a "Total Cost of Ownership" calculator which can help you evaluate the true cost of ownership, especially in terms of repairs and maintenance.

I bought a used 1998 Mercedes E320 at 10 years old with 33,000 for $9k. Had this car for 12 years as a daily driver. It was a little more costly for maintenance BUT I ran the numbers and it literally cost $50 per month all in to own this smooth, comfortable and safe ride. It got 30 MPG on the highway with a V6. Insurance was cheap too! They don’t make these cars like they used to and would not buy Mercedes now. Food for thought.

@bigred8752

Ай бұрын

Wonderful car w one of the best engines MB ever made. Good choice

@bryanpaton4651

Ай бұрын

Yip. Have driven 2 of these over the years. Great cars!

@philliproberts7294

15 күн бұрын

Great car but parts are very expensive and petrol around town not very good hwy yes this is the last of the very good Benz

I saved up for a year and bought a VW Tiguan with cash. I was so excited but then I was traumatized by it's disfunction!

@bluestonemetallic7

28 күн бұрын

…when I purchased my new VW Atlas, I conducted my research, and asked various owners concerning their ownership experience. So, no issues with my vehicle at this point…so, it’s been a positive experience.

@barrymantei7795

26 күн бұрын

VW makes garbage vehicles.

We are currently driving a 2015 Chevy Malibu that has 308,000 miles on it and it is going strong. Maybe we have just been blessed, but we did have all our maintenance done when it was due. We plan to drive it until the wheels fall off.

@deepthinker999

Ай бұрын

Very important point not to skimp on the maintenance.

@tytotheler92

Ай бұрын

Is it a turbo one? Just curious!

@thetraumainformedteacher

Ай бұрын

@@tytotheler92 no it is not. It’s the LT

@mineandmine4528

26 күн бұрын

I own a Malibu 2018 , 77K miles bought it new . Just keep up the maintenance, do not park under trees, and maintain the tires as well . My last Chevy lasted me 19 years. I am 40 and my Malibu is the second car I’ve owned.

@bill4632

21 күн бұрын

My 09 Malibu was just about bullet proof.

Bought a new 2021 Escalade 3 years later it runs perfect I’m happy, just drive it normal and maintenance it and it will be fine

Had two X5s, 2017 X5 xdrive 35i and a 2020 X5M. Both of these were phenomenal cars with zero problems.

@zoky0971

7 күн бұрын

In Europe BMW is considered one of most reliable cars. X5 is dream car for most people.

@loveydovey4u

6 күн бұрын

Must be nice to have money.. .

We had used 08 accord & takata airbags were replaced at dealership, lasted my wife about 10yrs, put almost 100k mi. Very reliable. Oil change, battery & wiper blades

Love my 2017 Lexus ES350, just routine maintenance. The service department is excellent and has new Lexus loaner vehicles.

I love cars, i have a few classics, 1985 corvette, 1988 camaro, and a 1993 nissan 300zx. I enjoy working on them, but i own them outright. My 07 tacoma base 4x4 4cly 5 speed i use for my plumbing busness, and i also have a 13 subaru outback as my family car. I was an ex auto mechanic so i tend to do alot of repairs myself. I hate car loans, we paid off my subaru off in 11 months.

I’m in a 23 Honda accord Hybrid and it’s cheaper to drive than a Tesla per mile…only if you are charging on a Supercharger… this does not count toward home charging. The accord has regenerative breaking so it charges itself. In love with it.

if ur broke get urself a used toyota. if you’re killing it get a nice lexus 👍🤓

@marioantoniocrespoMexican92

Ай бұрын

How about Luis Miguel his networth is 400 million dollars 💵💵💵💵 🎤

@BA-pz3lo

Ай бұрын

@@marioantoniocrespoMexican92 never heard of her

@timsans1170

Ай бұрын

​@marioantoniocrespoMexican92 $400 Million Net worth, you drive whatever you like. For the rest of us mere Millionaires, we need to keep our egos in check!

@capicorn86

Ай бұрын

So true ! I would always by Toyota though !

@clays1507

27 күн бұрын

So true

I always buy used, or if we're not sure, we just lease something. But bought my 2019 Silverado used right before the used car market went crazy, the only vehicle i've owned in my life that appreciated significantly in value. Have not traded it in since i paid it off, but with Chevy's fuel injection system I added a catch-can onto the engine to get all the used oil vapors and contaminants that would otherwise get sent right back into the engine, reducing its life. Have not had a problem in the 3 years i've owned the truck.

I was thinking anything EV should have been on this list, but knew it wouldn't be because I think Rachel drives one. They are loads of fun when they're new and have plenty of battery charge, but in the long run, they're a hassle to deal with and very expensive to fix.

@deepthinker999

Ай бұрын

and insure. Can be very expensive to repair.

@justinstewart3248

Ай бұрын

not true at all. there's literally zero hassle. Ive got 50k miles on my 2021 model 3. best car ive ever driven and costs me about 50 dollars a month to operate. insurance is $780 per year. its perfectly reasonable. and saving me tons.

@lancea.mcmillen7856

27 күн бұрын

​@@justinstewart3248 Same! I have 110k miles on mine and the only thing I have needed to do is rotate the tires! Cheaper cost per mile than a Corolla.

Own 3 cars, no car payment, all bought used. 2000 Honda Civic, 2010 Acura RDX, 2011 Acura MDX. I maintain all 3 vehicles. Wife is a stay home professional mom who runs the envelope system even before we knew about Dave Ramsey. No debt other than mortgage at 2% @ 15 years. Oh and God is number 1 in our home. Thanks Be To God for all the blessings. Thanks also for sharing ma'am. God bless your show. ❤

I've stuck with Toyotas for the past 14 years. Bought my Prius brand new in 2015 and paid it off in 4 years. Still driving it, but I've been working from home since 2020. It's great for visiting my parents who live 1000 miles away in Florida because it's much cheaper driving that down than flying and I hate flying. My wife has a 2008 Corolla that was gifted to us by my mom when she retired, but that car very rarely gets driven because my wife also works from home. Before Covid we were gassing up two cars once a week, now we average about one-two fill ups a month.

@deepthinker999

Ай бұрын

You should try to drive the Corolla at least once a month and preferably every week to avoid maintenance issues.

@drunclecookie216

Ай бұрын

@@deepthinker999 yeah, I try to make her drive it when she does errands nearby because I don't like her driving my car. we also let my niece and her boyfriend drive it occasionally

@captngravity

19 күн бұрын

I also dont drive much since i work from home most days. I drive maybe 400 miles a month now, around 5,000 miles per year. Before 2020, I was driving about 300 miles per week.

@drunclecookie216

19 күн бұрын

@@captngravity yeah, before working from home my office was 33 miles away and my wife's office was 15 miles away in the opposite direction. I was driving 330 miles a week and my wife was driving 150 miles a week.

@captngravity

18 күн бұрын

@@drunclecookie216 dang, thats a lot. I bet its nicer not having to drive as much.

I had a Chevrolet Cruze and loved it! It never gave me any trouble. My worst car was a Dodge Intrepid! Traded the Dodge for the Cruze but lost the Cruze to repossession. 😢 Now driving a 2012 Toyota Yaris. It’s “okay” (I’m grateful for it, but miss my Cruze.)

@jumpiam8477

Ай бұрын

We have the Cruze. Just hit 200k miles! Run and drive good. 😊

@joejoe6949

9 күн бұрын

I wish i can say the same for my Cruze its been a Money pit. As soon as i fix one thing something else breaks it never stops.

Interesting list. Definitely information to consider but I was expecting a list of car makes to avoid- largely due to poor repair histories. I’ve been a car buff my entire life, having grown up with a father who was a dealer so it’s fun to hear the latest scoop.

Check with your local mechanics to see what brands and models they recommend. They'll typically make good recommendations on reliable vehicles and as they've said before, get a pre-purchase inspection.

Let’s see some more of those car guide videos, these are great

I love how she mentions the airbag thing. That affected way more than just Honda. Mattee of fact both my Toyota and my subaru were recalled for it and im at 350k miles combined on the 2

For many, particulrly in California, a car is also entertainment, hobby and sometimes a even a home.

2013 Altima 170. Thousand miles and running great. Comfortable ride

Amen. Used is the only way to go. We’ve purchased awesome preowned Subarus that were four or five years old that were loaded! Their window sticker said they were $45,000 when brand new and we got them for under $20,000.!!! Love Subaru brand too! Good solid cars!

@deepthinker999

Ай бұрын

Issues with head gaskets.

@15KHPCLUB

Ай бұрын

@@deepthinker999 don’t forget the college kids who 2 step them.

I bought an 07 CR-V an few years ago. Minus the gas, I spend about $100 a year in repairs.

We paid cash for my 2019 Suburban in early 2020, it’s up to 72,000 miles and we haven’t had any issues.

@brentleary2227

Ай бұрын

2018 and '19 are good years for Suburban. It should last you into the 300k mile zone with regular maintenance. Good luck

@TanManFixes

Ай бұрын

@@brentleary2227 that rig has "active fuel management". HORRIBLE chevy design that ruins lifters and cams. also plug in an AFM disabler as soon as possible. fixing the lifters costs thousands of dollars.

@griffinreitz7041

29 күн бұрын

Glad you got lucky. We have a 16 Acadia we bought new. It has been in the shop more than all the GMs we have had in the last 30 years combined. Let just say the extended warrantee paid for it's self over 5 times. LOL Just spent $1300 on it's third rear evaporator in 8 years, last week.

@bill4632

21 күн бұрын

​@griffinreitz7041 yup...my friends 2010 or 2012 Traverse has been nothing but a money pit. They literally took it off the road. It's rusting in their back yard.

@EDUAROSOLAS

17 күн бұрын

72,000 is a milestone for American cars

Have a 2013 Chevy Cruze. Still running great. No issues.

@jumpiam8477

Ай бұрын

We've 2014 Chevy Cruze. A little over 200k miles. Run and drive good ! 😊

I actualy own one of these cars on the list..its a very specific model with a specific engine. I wont have issues with my 2012 suburban like alot of them. I also paid cash for it(used) and expect it to last another 12yrs.

Everyone fears buying a $10k car and facing an emergency $5k repair, forgetting that they’d still be better off than a $20k car…

@gregory4154

Ай бұрын

Uh 5K sounds like the car is going to have a whole lot of other issues -- near future. Not sure what you are talking about.

@fmmaj9noname332

29 күн бұрын

It's not just one repair. It's the one after that. And the next. And the next....

@gregory4154

29 күн бұрын

@@fmmaj9noname332 This bot just said spend 50% of the value of the car on repairs. And then hope there aren't any more needed. Uh yeah, sure. WTH are these bots or AI thinking.

@CatonsvilleCentralRwy

29 күн бұрын

And where is it written in the fabric of the universe that you can’t buy a $20k car and immediately face a $5k repair? Come on guys, I’m just talking about simple math. $10k + $5k is less than $20k. My point being you buy a cheaper car, even if you face a few repairs here and there (hopefully a lot less than $5k) you’re still saving money in the long run compared to spending more on the car purchase price.

@CatonsvilleCentralRwy

29 күн бұрын

Actually, to really drive the point, you could buy yourself a $10k Honda and you’ll probably face far less in repairs than a $65k Mercedes. Purchase price does not automatically equal less repair costs/maintenance.

After saving up and buying a new car with cash, immediately start a "car payment" in savings of $200 per month and in 5 years buy another new car for your current car plus those savings. It will work well for a Honda Accord and could even include an upgrade. Have been doing this (with lesser $ amounts) for many years and it has worked very well.

Bought a 2001 Tundra that was 2 years old at the time of purchase and still have it. It’s my daily. Best purchase I have ever made. This truck been by my side through 3 ex girlfriends and a ex wife. Can’t stay it enough get yourself an older Toyota that’s been cared for or that you can fix up and you won’t go wrong. Going on 26 years as an auto tech and Rachel’s list is solid but I would add all modern BMW and Audi. frankly any of the German cars.

I own a 2012 Chevrolet Equinox with a 2.4L 4-cylinder engine. I do the vast majority of the maintenance myself. It has 223,201 miles on it and still runs well. A mechanic in my family (over 40 years experience), says that 90% of reliability for a car is how you maintain it. I would also suggest that people should strongly consider cars with high mpg. Several of the vehicles on this list are modern gas guzzlers.

Spot on with the 2011 chevys and newer. Never met an owner who has liked their chevy.

In August '23, I bought a 2013 F-150, for just under $10k. Since I have no savings nor trade-in, I had to use a credit union loan. 60 months at $269/mo. with a 7% rate. I put new pads and rotors on 3 wheels(passenger front was like new). Otherwise it's been trouble free. I now have 241k on the odometer, still running fine, everything works

@Skooozle

Ай бұрын

Were the pads on the passenger front replaced shortly before you bought the truck or is that caliper not working. If it pulls to the left when you brake, that would be another clue that you have a bad caliper on the front right. A new caliper is typically an inexpensive easy fix. Stay safe out there.

Surprised about the 2020 Toyota units, good to know! just got a 2023 used Lexus GX460 with 10% depreciation already, my first "new" car as a NW millionaire :)

@teresavanmeter3409

Ай бұрын

I have a 2016 GX460 and have had it for 4 years now, bought it used. Just got the 100k mile maintenance done on it and it everything was in great shape. I’ll have this sub for the next decade. Keep up on maintenance and you’ll be great for years!

@deepthinker999

Ай бұрын

@@teresavanmeter3409 Hard to find because everyone wants one. Find one that has been properly maintained and you are golden.

I have been very happy with my moderately priced and relatively cheap to maintain Subaru Forester. Love my baby.

@jillybean15894

2 күн бұрын

I love mine too!!!

Never waste your money on an overrated Tesla.

@GetThemLyrics

Ай бұрын

I have a Tesla and love it. It’s saved me loads of money over the years.

@austinblair7901

Ай бұрын

@@GetThemLyricsbut it hasn’t caught up to the $30k premium you paid for it…

@isaacinmon4086

Ай бұрын

​@austinblair7901 i dont buy any car new. My first tesla i bought was 33k my second cost me 22.5k no other car in this price category can do what a tesla does especially the self driving aspect. They aren't for everyone but they are amazing cars and there isnt a 30k premium over other similar cars.

@V8Brah

Ай бұрын

I'm V8 Brah, and I approve this message.

@jasonleatherwood2172

Ай бұрын

@@isaacinmon4086until it gets below 20 degrees then they are lawn ornaments lol

You hit the nail on the head. I’ve had nothing but trouble out of my 2016 Equinox and my 2011 Cheve Cruze

@griffinreitz7041

29 күн бұрын

Same with our 16 Acadia. Way more time in the shop than any new car should spend !

My 2012 Chevy Cruz has served me very reliably until this day! Only a couple major issues in the 10 years that I’ve owned, but mostly wear and tear, and nothing of the common sort that people have reported. She’s got a CD player so I’m still keeping her! 😆

Lexus LS430 is the best used car you can buy these days. Over $500 million was spent just to develop the engine that the LS engine is based on. Things rarely go wrong and they do it is not critical stuff. The cup holders are horrible in these cars but the engine will go over 300K miles with proper maintenance. They were around $55-70K new and a really nice one starts around $12-15K these days. Avoid the ones with air suspension because they will bankrupt you.

@IVvOOvVI

18 күн бұрын

How do you know which one doesn’t have the air suspension? This is the long wheel base one?

@texan176

17 күн бұрын

@@IVvOOvVI The air suspension models have the recline and massage rear seats. There is also a small fridge in the rear space between the seats. It is called the Ultra Luxury package. Avoid those and pretty much all other LS430s are excellent cars.

Bought my wife a audi q7 tdi one year old still under warranty. 8 years later still runs and looks like new. Just stay on top of the fluid changes.

On the other hand.. My '88 Toyota pickup would sell for more now than when it was new and my '96 Corolla, which I paid $2,000 cash for 12 years ago, would sell today-after a bit of sprucing up- for the same money.

The Takata airbags are in dozens of brands, not just Honda, and not just japanese cars. Had to have both airbags on my 2012 Ford Fusion replaced under recall. Automotive supply chains are so concentrated for some parts there are 3 or fewer than 3 manufacturers, one of them has a problem and millions of vehicles across dozens of brands are affected.

What an ambiguous video. I own an impala, equinox, and 1999 Silverado and just bought a new 2024 Silverado. Never had a problem with any of them. All were brand new vehicles. I get my dad’s GM discount so it would be foolish for me to buy used.

I have Chevy 2500 express cargo van extended. Best truck I ever had.

I miss my 1986 Mitsubishi Magna. It was my first car that I drove to the wreckers in 2015. Cars aren’t built like that anymore

I’m a car wholesaler in Nashville and I’d really say this: the cars you should never buy are: a Tesla, or any electric vehicle for that matter, Kia, and ford. You CAN drive an older luxury car for cheap, I’ve owned and had friends that have driven old Mercedes for hundreds of thousands of miles on them and they never wavered. It’s truly the best car to fit into your budget and to still Be comfortable because some of you guys might be like me with a bad back and can’t ride in the cheaper vehicles like a Honda or something for a long time without series issues. But I would also recommend Subaru as well, the X series bmw thing I kind of agree with, a great alternative would be an older 5 series, sedans and wagons are much cheaper to maintain than SUVs so always consider that when buying a vehicle. Love the show and episode, great job!

2017 Chevy Cruze, 155k miles. Thank God no issues yet.

I wouldn't buy a Hyundai or a Kia either. Car thieves in my area love these cars. Apparently they are easier to break into than other popular models. It doesn't seem to matter what model, either.

@Kmc1316

Ай бұрын

I’m surprised that those weren’t even mentioned. Yet Honda was mentioned even though you can get the airbag issue completely fixed for free.

@thedopplereffect00

Ай бұрын

If you live in an area that doesn't deal with criminals it's time to move

@juliebruce1114

Ай бұрын

Kias of certain years can easily be hot wired. It is also hard to get insurance for those models.

@Kmc1316

Ай бұрын

@@juliebruce1114 Yes, my friend has a brand new Kia that she is making payments on. Last I heard a few weeks ago, she couldn’t find a company to insure it.

@edwardrhoads7283

Ай бұрын

@@Kmc1316 Maybe they are hiding the fact it is usually better to buy a new honda than a used honda...

I'd remove Honda because the air bags were recalled and replaced plus Takata supplied airbags to basically over the years. I would add anything Ford / Lincoln with the Ecoboost, especially the 2.0L turbo 4 cylinder prior to 2019. They had headgasket issues that to truly fix requires engine replacement. I'd also add Kia / Hyundai with Theta 2 engines - they're used in most of their cars for about 10 years and are unlikely to hold up. The Audi should be expanded from just the A4 to all of them with the 2.0L turbo 4 cylinder in that year range - lots of problems between timing chains and piston ring fouling. With that said, Audi did fix the problem, so newer ones are significantly better.

Best vehicle ive owned was a 2010 ram 1500 hemi 238k miles and no issues. Worse vehicle was any ford more specifically 2012 f150 3.5 EcoBoost it was a pile at 60k miles.

THANK YOU for saying BMW and Audi. But you are correct. Also add Mercedes and Land Rover. Hands down the best cars are going to be from the 90s and EARLY 2000s. Camry's, Carolla's, Civics, Accords, etc. Also the Crown Victoria (aka the taxi cab) and the Buick LeSabre 3800.

@15KHPCLUB

Ай бұрын

There are some exceptions. You can get any Jag or Range Rover with the 4.2L supercharged V8, they’re some of the most reliable models and are a blast to drive. Some Mercedes too. My assistant has an ML350 (which I recommended) and other than routine maintenance and a couple window switches, it’s been comfortable and trouble-free.

@TanManFixes

24 күн бұрын

@@15KHPCLUB still double to triple the cost on parts, and labor time...

Also car that have blinker fluid. Thanks Kamel!

My 2013 BMW X3 has been a ROCK. Best car I’ve ever had.

I think the range for Hondas may be too much of a blanket statement because I’ve heard a lot of good things about Hondas. But the chevys I can confirm. Got a 2013 impala and the electronics drive me nuts, service stabilitrak, brake assist, abs, and traction control were constant headaches.

We own a 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. After 212,000 miles, the good news is, it's styling is still fresh, it's still running strong with a combined MPG of 26 and all its electronics still work. The bad news? It needs an oil barge in tow to keep it supplied with oil.

@rollawy

Ай бұрын

try change to 15w40 truck oil, it will slow down oil consumption...

@chrismedeiros3201

Ай бұрын

@@rollawyI’ll have to research the feasibility of doing that. Thanks.

We are net worth millionaires, and still bought a used 2020 Subaru Forester, in cash. I love the car, and I love not having a car payment even more!

My 2004 Malibu that I paid $1,500 for almost 10 years ago has been pretty reliable for the most part. Mostly just little issues that doesn’t keep it from going down the road. I will drive that car for about as long as I can.

I don't know if I'll ever buy brand new. They devalue the first year so much buying a 1 year old car might be the newest I go.

@puthyx

Ай бұрын

Granted, I don't ever plan on having a car payment for the rest of my life and will never be in debt again, it is worth the peace of mind to me to buy something brand new. I just can't imagine how cars are treated that are sold after "only being owned 1 year". Anyone that can't make a car payment and returns the car, I would assume isn't treating the car gently. I wish I had more faith in society, but I will only buy brand new. Granted my goal is to drive it at least 15+ years LOL so I won't have a "new car" long!

Takata made air bags for Ford, Lincoln, Honda and probably others. The recalls are still being honored by the vehicle manufacturers.

Purchased my first new car off the showroom floor @ 63. Traded a 6 yr old car & no cash to acquire. 😊

The last time I checked, Mercedes has the LOWEST customer satisfaction rating on the market. This is largely due to the price of the car was not offset by the even most minor repair. The average Mercedes customer is somewhat discriminating in taste and demands for performance and quality, so that when ANY repair is incurred on their car, it is highly irritating to the point that they give low marks on satisfaction polls. This is of course, not all Mercedes owners, but only those in the snob pool.

Oh that hurt! I bought many of my company cars and rarely had trouble; Impalas, Equinox. Still own 2015 Impala 113k miles and runs like a top. Of course, we change oil at 5k miles in each one. I think it has alot to do with how we maintain our vehicles. Abuse them and you can count on problems. I have bought only one new car in my life and hurricane winds blew a tree through it.

Ugh I had an A4 and it was the WORST car I’ve ever had in my life. Traded it towards my old jeep that I LOVE! She’s vintage this year lol 🎉🎉🎉

Honda has been using Takata airbag inflators for many years (1998-2016). Many of those have been replaced, such as the front airbags in my 2006 Honda CRV that I bought new. I don't think people should avoid buying Hondas from those years, rather, they should check if the airbag recalls have been done on them and if they haven't, go ahead and get that done.

My family love Toyota Camry the years 2009, 2012, 2015. I was so happy you did not have my car on the list. My tech who takes care of our cars said, whenever you want to sell your call, let me buy it because these year of cars you have are made right to last.

If stop the chevy list at 2016. Otherwise mostly agree. Just the trucks are still decent

Currently the new Land Rover Range Rovers are having trouble. Most claiming they won’t last 100k miles. Only runs a cool 115k new! Lol

@markg999

Ай бұрын

Those are junk. Coworker had one Lower end model...said she never buy one again it was so problematic.

@teresavanmeter3409

Ай бұрын

I once had a 2006 Landrover LR3 and it was fantastic. I had it for 3 years with zero problems. I only got rid of it due to divorce.

@ryand4940

Ай бұрын

That’s why you buy a Land Cruiser instead

Car Wizard also has a great list

@SVLOKEE

Ай бұрын

Yes, he's the one you want to get car advice from, not this woman.

@scottarmen9097

28 күн бұрын

@@SVLOKEE Correct!

GREAT video ! 😉😁 Love it 👍 Well done 👌✨

I traded my debt filled life and $49,000 trophy boy Toyota Tacoma in for a debt free life and peace of mind. I have more net worth now than I ever did before. I rock a ‘99 blazer with no regrets. Plus my job provides now a company work vehicle. Saving on gas too!

Have a 2004 Toyota Camry with 37000 miles on it.Everything works like brand new.Oil changes only thing done so far along with nice alĺ weather Michelins.

I am a surprised that you called cars an asset. I would call them a liability that you need to get around. I am a service tech and I go to people houses all the time. What I find amazing most people live in apartments but drive a new Mercedes. My first thought, get rid of the new Mercedes and buy a house. A house is an asset that will go up in value. Thoughts?

We have two 2003 vehicles; Chevy Impala (bought new) and Chevy Trailblazer (bought used). Both have performed very well. Do not want any car payments; no!!!! We keep repairing as needed. But my heart was broken when our 2001 Ford Econoline 150 (which I knew would last us for the rest of our days) was totaled in a rear end collision where the person who hit us was rushed to the hospital for emergency surgery. Thank God he survived. We were unscathed. I still can't look at a white Ford van when it passes by. Anyway, buy used; yes!

2008 toyota camry,$1000 complete radiator replaced,$300 valve seal replacement.269k.Easier and smart to replace parts instead of buying things that didnt last.

I bought my GMC Acadia, new in June, 2011. Here we are after 13 years and I only had to replace, the tires, battery, and oil changes. The only other problem with the car was not due to anything about the car's manufacturing. I live in the country and rats got into the wiring harness and chewed it up. That was a $1,000 bill. I learned to leave the hood up and a light on, and haven't had that problem since. I don't buy a used car, I buy a new one and take care of it for a very long time. I don't have someone else's headache.

My experience goes against a couple things you say. I bought a 2016 Cruze in 2018 for 12K and sold it four years later to Carmax for 16K ( no work done to it). Then, same year 2022, bought a brand new Corolla hybrid for 25K and sold one month later to Carmax for 31K. 2022 was a great year for selling used cars!

It's not about optics or ego. Some people just like performance. You won't find a V8 in a Honda, Toyota, or KIA sedan. You wouldn't understand lol.

@Ink30

Ай бұрын

Terrible fuel mileage and higher insurance cost

@Chet_24

Ай бұрын

Totally agree. Some people like different things.

I work n the automotive field, and two brands that are best avoided and not worth the money is Land Rover and Maserati. Not only are those two brands notorious for unreliability, but repair and maintenance is expensive, and the resale value for those two brands drop like rocks. In fact, according to I See Cars, Maserati is the most depreciated car brand sold in North America, where most of their vehicles lose up to 90% of their value in 5 years from new.

Any EV or vehicle with a CVT trans can be added on.

I justify my car because I put a lot of miles on my car for work and wanted every single mile I could get. I don’t go on fancy vacations so I have no problem putting extra money into a car that is going to get me 40 mpg. (Ford Focus)

Some of the cars on your list, I agree with, but the Hondas? What about the rest of the cars that have Takata air bags and/or inflators? What about the Fiats/Chryslers, Kia’s, and Hyundais?

This past summer my wife’s chevy camaro was t-boned in late July, both side airbags deployed. We purchased it used, we owned it for over seven years. It had only 62,000 miles on it, insurance company gave us near what we had originally paid for it. Problem was that covid used car prices were way higher than they should have been. Similar car would have been $4500 to $7000 more out of pocket. Paid cash for a new car to not have to pay 40% more for a used car. PS: we are retired but my wife needed a car by September to travel daily to watch a few of the grandkids and take one to 1st grade.

I have a Toyota Tacoma, third generation, and love it, but it's not one that was made in Japan. I have also heard the stories about the last few years' Tundras. I have had Subaru before that and was happy with it. It was an Outback, and frankly, I wish I had kept it but I love the Tacoma and didn't need two vehicles. I tend to buy new and keep them for a LONG time and I also take very good care of them, thus, I get a great trade in. I kind of keep the mindset that having a nice and reliable car and no car payment (even though, yes, I shelled out the money when it was new) kind of justifies the cost since I very rarely (knock wood) have any repairs other than general maintenance. I also always pay cash. I am, and have been aware for ever, that vehicles, especially new ones, are a bad investment, but that is one of the very FEW things I "give" myself. I like a new car, and as I'm in good shape financially and have always been very responsible with money, again, I allow myself that. Two brands I'd never buy are anything Stellantis and ANYTHING GM. Been there, done that. NEVER again.

Buying a 2017 Subaru Outback, paying cash and not trading a car in. You will be amazed how smooth the car buy expensive is.

@mossmiller

Ай бұрын

I have a '13 Impreza that is still going strong, just keep in mind the CVT transmission is only under warranty up to 100,000 miles. Mine needed the relay package at 80k, and they gave me a new Subaru loaner for the week. Same with the valve spring recall at 90k. Still, best car I have ever owned.

I like used luxury vehicles that have just come off lease. My most reliable used vehicles have been Range Rover Sport models. I've owned two and am currently on my third. Never ANY issues. My absolute most unreliable vehicles have been my BMW 7 Series sedan, of which I've owned four. Even when they're properly maintained they always have something going bad. It's ridiculous because when they work they're such a joy to drive, but I always know something is going to fail. I'm done with them. People told me to avoid Range Rover. They said they always break down. I've been buying them used since 2014 and none have ever broken down on me or had to be taken in for unscheduled maintenance.

Cars are not an investment…they are a necessity like clothes, food, utilities. You must have it. Very few of the things we spend money on appreciate in value.

I have a Honda 2016 Pilot have had multiple problems since i bought it not sure if it was because it was the first model show car for that new model and year

Bought a reliable car with cash a few years ago. It is still running strong with the most basic of maintenance.

2018 used Kia optima bought it in 2020, before covid , on my last payment and it’ll be done 😊😊😊