With cars, the devil you know is better than the devil you don't!

I trust a 25 year old car that I know more than a 15 year old car that I don’t know.

@Sexy40baby1

2 жыл бұрын

Exactly why I haven't sold my 95 chevy c1500.

@inertiaforce7846

2 жыл бұрын

Bingo.

@maiaheiss2991

2 жыл бұрын

That’s for sure!

@jaygold4467

2 жыл бұрын

Exactly.

@Just_Stevo

2 жыл бұрын

Wise!

Those late 90s Camrys are bulletproof. Suspension parts are silly cheap, buy em online and find someone on line or watch a couple KZread videos on how to fix it yourself

@supercool2999

Жыл бұрын

Exactly. I have a 2000 Lexus ES300 which is a luxury version of the V6 Camry and I plan on keeping it until the wheels fall off

@silverdale3207

4 ай бұрын

@@supercool2999 Yep , would only be shocks , fairly cheap and easy to do yourself. He knows the car , another more expensive second hand car could have a similar problems in a short time unless he goes new or near new. Financially better to fix it.

@thsarethbreaks

Ай бұрын

i have a 93' Accord 5spd that I've replaced alot of old parts with new parts. I am about ready to drive another 350k miles in it

@evoman44

Ай бұрын

​@@silverdale3207 I have a 95 Acura Integra that I have upgraded the the shocks and springs like 10 years ago. I have also replaced a few suspension arms and sway bar bushings because the rubber has cracked with age. But now it needs all new lower suspension arms for the same reason. The parts will only cost me $150.

@bobtailsquid

24 күн бұрын

Yeah I have a 2001 Camry V6 worth 4kAUD just spent 800 on some lose ends ​@@supercool2999

Scotty Kilmer would love to see this car.😂😂😂

@Pianoguy1987

3 ай бұрын

Scotty would probably tell him to fix it! 😀

I drive a 91' toyota pickup. Body, frame and interior is mint. Motor is being pulled out and replaced at 265k miles this Memorial Day weekend. Looking forward to another 100k miles while saving for a house.

@TALLXXL

2 жыл бұрын

2003 Honda ACCORD

@clwest3538

2 жыл бұрын

95 F150 XLT - 266k miles ... Owned it since 96 .. Body & interior in mint; rubber starting to go - windows, bushings (done), seals ... Repair as they go. Love my OBS ... However it never met a gas station it didn't love! 😆 15 - 18 mpg

@wheretheredferngrows14

2 жыл бұрын

LS swap it

@teeduck

2 жыл бұрын

Interior isn’t mint. I guarantee their is wear somewhere.

@Quinu12

2 жыл бұрын

98 Civic. Rust, cracked windshield, shot muffler, one door won't open, but it moves.

No he's not getting close to the wheels falling off, it's a freaking camry

@nicorsar

2 жыл бұрын

Exactly!

@thsarethbreaks

Ай бұрын

He's gonna be driving that car for the rest of his life.

I have a 98 Camry with a shot suspension 😂😂 This guy is crazy. I’m an engineer and all my coworkers look at me like I’m crazy but it’s an awesome reliable car

@Derek8487

2 жыл бұрын

I have a 03 Corolla with 251k still works fine. Ppl can keep thinking we're crazy but that's thousands of dollars saved ... Maybe if mine is wrecked I'll upgrade to a 2005/06 Camry or Avalon.

@princebelair8903

7 ай бұрын

​@@Derek8487Amen to that I have a 1998 Toyota Camry with almost 225k on it and it's still runs like a champ. People can hate us for what we drive all they want but at the end of the people who drive Toyotas save thousands of dollars.

@princebelair8903

5 ай бұрын

@@Derek8487 yes indeed fuck all Toyota haters

One of the most reliable cars ever made , go to rock auto buy the parts cheap and find a shade tree mechanic to fix it that’s all I do

@christopherrosas2738

2 жыл бұрын

I'm usually my shade tree mechanic, only issue I have is finding time to get it done.... constantly busy whether it's working at my job or helping others I always try and find time to stay under my car and keep it rolling down the road

@CDTucker336

2 жыл бұрын

Even if he has to pay a mechanic it is still worth it, if that is the only real issue with it. Cars are so overpriced now. 5k for a worn out domestic chauch of garbage. All cars will need repairs but toyotas will outlast anything.

@krassimirpetrov7131

2 жыл бұрын

@@christopherrosas2738 me too I do all the work on both my cars and it’s cheap - but the caller does not seem mechanically able. If I’m feeling lazy I go to the shade tree guys down the street

@christopherrosas2738

2 жыл бұрын

@@krassimirpetrov7131 same.... usually the only time my vehicles see a shop is when the repair is beyond my knowledge or skill set...... other than that I'm the one turning wrenches

@Admajors

2 жыл бұрын

As a side note, if you have any interest in learning how to do simple or moderate repairs, then this is a great opportunity to learn something and save money over using a mechanic. The parts and tools should be well under the costs at the mechanic, if you want to do the labor yourself. There are so many great mechanics on KZread that show step by step how to do these repairs. ChrisFix is a great channel to start at!

A little hard to believe that replacing the shock absorbers would cost more than $600 at a shop.

@DisabilityExams

2 жыл бұрын

Likely needs shocks, control arms, sway bar bushings, and sway bar end links at 25 years.

@calebg.9662

2 жыл бұрын

They always replace the assembly in this case the part costs far exceeds the labor. even on a car that old it’s a $1000 for front or rear

@pillinherbut

2 жыл бұрын

Guy sounds like he gets finessed, id fix the Camry no wheels are falling off, just know what to look for when you look under a car

@christopherrosas2738

2 жыл бұрын

@@saulgoodman2018 doing the work yourself it shouldn't, but at a shop, it could get close or exceed that depending on what all needs to get done..... but you also don't have to get the repair done in one shot..... you can go for the more major components first and get the car safer and then work on smaller things as you go since the smaller things typically don't affect the system as much and keep that car rolling down the road

@martinramirezmi5457

2 жыл бұрын

Full suspension isn’t just shocks. And yes it is very expensive even on older cars

He doesn’t need to buy a newer car because you never know what other problems could come out of that. At least with the current car he knows what problems may or may not have. It’s safer to fix the suspension. Maybe spend money on the cosmetics and the interior to make it look nice. The fact that older cars are bad is not true

@Mr_Fairdale

2 жыл бұрын

If you do your research on models with good reliability records and have a pre purchase inspection the probability of any major issues is exceedingly low

@jaygold4467

2 жыл бұрын

Exactly right. I'd fix the car. It depends also on how many miles are on the car. It doesn't matter what the car is worth. Only how many miles and how much to get it fixed.

@megalodon1726

2 жыл бұрын

Plot twist: he saves up for a few months, buys an $8000 car ... and then the $8000 car needs $2000 in repairs! Even if the Camry is worth $1000 I'd still spend $2000 on repairs if that means I can get another couple years out of it. Selling it to buy somebody else's 12 year old car is likely to result in having to spend $2000 on repairs anyway. Better to fix and drive the old car for another 2-3 years and save up to buy a $15K to $20K car.

@wisdomandlove1661

2 жыл бұрын

many people laugh at you when you drive an old car. they say go get a new tesla or a new Camry or corolla. they say the new car smell heals the soul at the same time being in debt for car may not be a good idea.

@az21bob666

2 жыл бұрын

pay a 100 to a shop make sure nothing else wrong, look for a back year mac pay a 1k to fix and drive for a few year put a 300 or so a mouth into bank and then when you have enought buy a new one, or just drive untill it break.

He said it himself the car works fine and its fixable. I was in the same spot with a 94 corolla and simply wanted to upgrade to a corvette. Im glad i didnt, saved a bunch of money and still happy with the car. I think he's using the suspension problem as an excuse to fool himself or his mechanic is ripping him off...

The transmission in that thing is going to be bulletproof. Personally, I would just run it until it doesn't run anymore. But that's just me. Lol

@TALLXXL

2 жыл бұрын

SAME HERE .ME 2003 HONA.

@sonrisefamilyfarm8572

2 жыл бұрын

I would too In fact I’m driving one much like that Every day I pray it keeps going 😂

@JavierSanchez-lu3jx

2 жыл бұрын

I would too. I drive a 2007 Honda accord. Runs smooth. My first car and will probably remain for a while if it lasts.

@AK-rq1cz

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, this was bad advice. He should fix the suspension and keep driving it those 2.2 4 cylinders in that area Camry will run forever.

@Mr_Fairdale

2 жыл бұрын

Yep. I did that with teeny little echo. Then I moved up to an Avalon. Big fan of Toyota.

Actually, if it was me I would figure out how to do it myself, the parts are gonna be no more than $1000 and keep driving the Toyota

@ultimaetsolder

2 жыл бұрын

He's not a mechanic. It's difficult to swap suspension lol. Does he have a hoist or tools etc?

@tylersanders2388

2 жыл бұрын

@@ultimaetsolder I’m no mechanic either but the funny thing is, I’m currently doing a $2500 suspension job on my car right now for $1100 in parts. You don’t need special tools. A regular $30 breaker bar, the included scissor Jack, and $60 Jack stands. Then a $10 set of half inch metric attachments and you can do the entire job

@jamiewilliams3179

2 жыл бұрын

@@tylersanders2388 if you feel comfortable doing it fine. But there’s a reason my professionals exist. So don’t talk down to people like it’s an easy job. I’m a software engineer. But I talk down to people and tell everybody they need to write their own programs just because I do.

@tylersanders2388

2 жыл бұрын

@@jamiewilliams3179 cars are a really unique thing because they are designed to be repaired by the user. There are thorough step by step instructions online and in manuals how to fix them. Most of car work is just time and the physical labor of turning a wrench, especially if someone has already told you exactly what’s wrong.

@cross8215

2 жыл бұрын

Probably $1500 in parts of the vehicle. Probably another $500-$1000 for the mechanical tools if you don't already got them. Could be cheaper to have a mechanic do it, especially if it's the only major thing that's going to need to be done for a while.

I drive a 2001 Camry, and am fixing it. Because someone else is selling their 2010 sedan because it too... (wait for it)... needs repairs

@christopherrosas2738

2 жыл бұрын

The difference between those mechanically inclined and those not...... I can turn a wrench and save tons or get another car and spend tons

I drive a 1997 toyota t100 truck. Bought for $800, put in about another $700 in fluids and parts doing the labor myself to get it worthy of driving every day. It ain't pretty but it's reliable and hauls around what I need to while getting 25mpg (pretty good for a truck)

@realAAron124

2 жыл бұрын

Those are hard to find.

@Jajaky

2 жыл бұрын

Smart man

@Midnight_Rider96

2 жыл бұрын

@@realAAron124 yeah and nice ones aren't cheap. Found this one sitting in an old lady's yard in east Tennessee. It sat for a year or more, but it fired right up with some fresh gas and a jump

I'm rocking my 2000 Honda civic coupe. Out of debt but no matter how many times I tell myself to get something newer in my head it doesn't make sense to do so. I do have a toddler, but haven't had any real issues with her and the car so. People in my life keep telling me I need to upgrade but she runs and gets me from point A to point B

@microfarming8583

2 жыл бұрын

Those Honda engines will run forever as long as you have the oil and filters changed when they're supposed to be, they're bullet proof! Bravo to you and good luck! 👏🏾

Keep running it. It’s gonna run for a while. Get someone to do it on the side for cheaper and roll

This is a great car, no need to ditch it. Fix it and keep on keeping on. This car will outlast many others on the road with routine maintenance. These people on the show don’t know the real value of a Camry or corolla around that generation

@jaygold4467

2 жыл бұрын

Your exactly right. Bad advice above. Where's Dave?

@belinda9646

2 жыл бұрын

I dread when I’ll have to replace my 1997 Camry. These newer cars with their fancy technology certainly can’t compare with the older cars that take a REAL KEY 😄

@thsarethbreaks

Ай бұрын

@@belinda9646 Yeah, my 93' Accord 5spd has 350k miles and still runs strong and gets excellent gas mpg's. I like it because I don't have to do inspect on it any more and my tag registration only cost $28 every year.

Bad advice. Cars peaked in quality, reliability and durability in the range of 1990-2000. For a $2000 investment, that Toyota could go for another 200,000 miles. Newer vehicles have continually decline in reliability over the last 20 years.

I say keep driving it until it needs an engine then you've gotten your full use out of it. The newer you go the higher insurance is going to be.

@peartfaldo

4 ай бұрын

Why not put a used engine in it????

Yesssss!! The Dave Ramsey Car Channel is back!!! 👍

i would tell him to fix it,but since its a 1997 and he has no debt he can treat himself to get another recent car

The mechanic who gave him that price is ripping him off. He can probably get it done for $750

@jmorris023

2 жыл бұрын

More like $75 if you go to auto zone and commit a Saturday to it.

@bignew7136

2 жыл бұрын

@@jmorris023 true that!

@lemongrass3945

2 жыл бұрын

You have no idea what you are talking about. Shocks, bushings, upper and lower control arms, tie rod ends, ball joints, sway bars. Just the shocks and upper/lower control arms you are looking at almost $1000. plus a more parts are needed.

@jmorris023

2 жыл бұрын

@@lemongrass3945 bro, I don’t know where you’re buying your shocks. Should be able to get a pair for $60. As for your list, no car needs ALL of these repaired at once. Generally shocks/struts cause 90% of your suspension problems. Control arms rarely go bad unless you like to drive into curbs. Ball joints and tie rods cost very little. Sway bars? Really? Ok Mario Andretti

@bignew7136

2 жыл бұрын

@@lemongrass3945 yeah I do. It is unfortunate for you that you spent way too much. Have a great day🤠

A '97 is old but not as old as he's making it sound. There are lots of cars out there that old or older.

I love Rachel. She’s so level headed and cool

@jaygold4467

2 жыл бұрын

She has no business being there. She's just there out of daughter privilege. She also just gave more bad advice.

@JerryStevens

2 жыл бұрын

Rachel is great.

2 grand for suspension LOL no way. some shop quoted him a rip off price, for new front struts and rear shocks. its a 97 Camry, one of THE most reliable cars ever built in Japan, no lie. I hope this guy kept the car. seriously. If you have an older toyota or honda, KEEP IT and fix it as needed. I'm a mechanic and I can say, without a doubt, the newer cars are WAY less reliable and more costly to fix.

Fix the car and keep using it! Who knows what you will get when you buy another used car.

Nothing wrong with a 97 Camry

Here's the thing though, you can't just ask if it will be worth more if you fix it. You have to ask if it will be an equal or better vehicle than a different used vehicle. Because if you get another vehicle with similar problems, it isn't an upgrade no matter how much newer it is. A vehicle is a mechanical thing. Anything mechanical can be repaired. It's not how much you can sell it for. It's how well it will serve your needs.

My bro-in-law owns a dealership and always tells us how Toyota creates such reliable cars. That’s why we have a Toyota Corolla today that we bought with cash and haven’t had any issues for many years, even with higher mileage! A big difference from the Land Rover I got a loan for back as a dumb college student that had tons of repairs! 😂 great tips in this video for sure!

2002 Lexus LS. Love it always keeping it.

I drive a 1995 Toyota Celica 275,000 miles and just replaced a starter and left axle shaft. Gotta a great backyard mechanic that keeps me going. They still exist.

A 1997 Camry will run forever… just keep driving it brother

I have a 97 lake and town car 235000 miles.I'll just keep fixing it.They're bulletproof and it rides.Real nice.Get my parts off the ebay or cheap

43 years old and never drove a car worth mor than 6k. Finally getting my finances together and could buy a 20k car for cash but my current car drives great and I'm so used to this level of vehicle that I'm going to just keep driving the cheapo.

@lal5555f

2 жыл бұрын

You sound like a Joe Schmoe lol

You should have said Save up then sell the car. They kept stating it as “Sell your Car and keep saving up”. Just want to clarify for that for anybody they meant to save up and then sell your car. Then go next day ready to buy a newer car

Fill up your tank with rice and beans. Simple solution, much cheaper than gas. You’re welcome!

I own audi a3 tdi 1,9 from 2003. Last 10 years it needed 2 major repairs, and nothing else. Now the only problem is just the light bulb and rust. THe rust repair exceeds the worth of the car, but the feeling of driving it its amazing. Its old and loud but never ever has it let me down.

Scoty kilmers coming in at 5 4 3 2 ..

@adamseidel9780

2 жыл бұрын

Lol, here come the freaking Camry people!

I hate that I didn’t know better before getting rid of my Camery. I replaced the engine and the mechanic claimed that it breaking down again was a result of it just being old. 2005… having a car note sucks

I'd fix it. My '97 voyager mini van (paid $500 for it 3yrs ago & stored in winter) has 1/2 the miles on it than my old plow truck.

It is up to you. If you want to drive a hoopty....drive a hoopty.....if you want a new car....get one. You will survive both ways. You are not better or smarter that anyone else because you don't take loans and buy only car that have been broken in by others. And you aren't worse off than anyone else if you can't afford new and decide to borrow and drive new anyway. Just do what makes you happy.

He could end up with a horrible car. Fix the suspension. Get some estimates....

If it were me id just buy the suspension, fix it myself, buy the parts one at a time while setting money aside for the new car. Change out the suspension, keep the Camry, buy the other car. Get the camry looking good cosmetically then youll raise the value on it a bit and then you can sell it.

The problem with newer cars is they are not worth what you pay for them.

@peartfaldo

4 ай бұрын

The problem with cars in general.......

My daily driver is a 2001 Chevrolet S10 with 237,000 miles. I’ve had the transmission partially rebuilt, brake booster and master cylinder replaced, and various other things. The truck isn’t worth a ton, but I have no plans of getting rid of it. I bought a 2017 GMC Sierra that gave me nothing but trouble.

Drive it until the wheels fall off. A new car breaks also and is even more expensive to fix.

Keep maintaining it. Rebuild the suspension and rust proof with Fluid Film. You'll keep way more money if you maintain and keep that 1997 Camry.

You can drive with worn out shocks, it's just not as comfortable. Could always buy the parts and do it yourself. It's not that hard of a job. But I think you deserve a newer car. Those Camrys are tanks! Can't kill them.

@Turklean

2 жыл бұрын

You can’t drive with worn out shocks. It will damage your tire.

@jml9550

2 жыл бұрын

@@Turklean and aint safe in bad weather.

@martinramirezmi5457

2 жыл бұрын

Suspension is a lot more than just shocks. Not sure why people can’t seem to understand that

You don't need a car. Just walk. Think of all those beans & rice calories you'd burn.

@bluezedd

2 жыл бұрын

don't forget the rice & beans

Would be helpful to ask about the cars mileage & bodywork condition when considering whether to repair or not!

Man... Buy a wrench and fix it for $83...

where do they find these cheap cars? everything is marked up

I'm concerned about reliability, I'm going to get a hand me down car, it's a 2001 pt cruiser with 177000 miles on the odometer. 2.4 liter n.a. four cylinder, 4 speed automatic transmission. There's no body rust on it, and the fluids and parts were changed regularly, but from what I heard, they were known for electrical problems, think I hear a concerning tick coming from the engine, and I don't know when the timing belt was last changed, because from what if heard, if the timing belt fails, the valves hit each other, should I keep it or should I junk it

I drive a 1989 Toyota…I wish I had a 1997😂

In MN that car would a window view and ventilation through the floor boards…. That’s only if the frame doesn’t rust all the way through….

I replaced my shocks, upper control arms, ball joints and links with all bilstein and moog parts on my 2000 f150 for about $500. Suspension work is probably the easiest of all mechanic work. Take bolt off. Put part on. Put bolt on. Maybe get an alignment for $100. Done. 97 Camry is a good car. He should buy a second car and fix the camry himself overtime. Hard to do your own work when you only have one car.

@jmorris023

2 жыл бұрын

Just don’t let the springs shoot off and you’re all good! And be careful, the alignment is going to be jacked.

@dilpreetsingh6847

2 жыл бұрын

Bilstein for 500, what site did u order it from?

many of my friends and acquaintances buy new vehicles as soon as a problem happens, with the age old excuse of "better get rid of it before more issues happen that cost a lot of money" then they proceed to buy a new vehicle that's 4-600 a month, or 5-7k a year expense (on top of new tags and taxes that are much higher) I, for one, don't get it. You can replace the entire transmission and motor for dang near one year of a new car purchase and how many cars really need one or the other before many many miles or catastrophic failure/negligence. Of course we all want reliable transportation and there is a point where an older vehicle needs to go, but people use this as an excuse more times than not to pacify that spending habit for new stuff to look cool. every vehicle I own has high miles and is early 2000s but all work perfect, had to do repairs, one was a transmission for 1500$ but the other repairs are minimal and dang sure not the cost of a year or even half a year of a new car payment, vehicles are much more reliable than use to be. To each their own, but we prefer debt free and trying to pay our house off so we can have true financial freedom and peace, its a sacrifice that's more than worth it to my wife and I.

I had a 1993 Toyota Camry that I got rid of 2016 that I bought used for $3,000 cash and drove it for 2.5 years, but it went from nickle and dime to dollar costing me I had to get rid of it. I replaced it with a factory new 2016 Toyota Corolla that I'm still driving today and will be for many more years to come.

Two years ago I bought a 95 Camry with 60,000mi on it, probably the last car I will ever own

I disagree. If you don't mind driving it, then keep it. Does the AC work? Is it safe?

I’ll buy that Camry from the caller.

250 to 300 max he could buy the shocks and struts, get some deep creep pentrating oil for the rusty nuts and what not and do it all your self. Change out the ball joints, get some tie rod ends,check the brakes and feel good about your self for doing it. I drive a 2003 4runner and a 1995 ford explorer and love them cause atleast i can work on them still.

If it runs fine and its driveable just keep driving it for a few more years.

You don't ask finance experts about what to do with cars, that Camry could be fixed much cheaper with some diy and will last at least another 10 years

We have a 2001 Ford Explorer. It's going to need some exhaust work and is leaking oil. Probably about 2k. Wondering if we should fix it or finance a cheap van. We have two other paid off cars. It's a work drive car.

Keep the Toyota. Just keep putting money into it.

The newest car we have is 2007. The oldest 1990. No plans to buy new ones.

If it’s a 25 year old that’s still been well taken care of. The repair is under $1000 is not too terrible.

be like Scotty Kilmer… drive a ‘94 Celica that he paid 300 bucks for… still runs like a clock. 😂😂

Bad advice. Fix that car, late 90s Hondas and Toyotas are among the best cars ever made. Its monetary value vs this repair cost is the wrong consideration. Could end up with another car that was run low on oil or otherwise neglected in some other way, this car has a known history. Fix it and keep driving it

My 72yo sister lives in a town called Freehold, NY (Greene County)..the Check engine light is ON on her 2003 Toyota Echo....she can't get her can inspected because she can't find any mechanic who will fix (install a new part) the Electronic sensor on her Catalytic converter. She lives on a Social Security check and can't afford to get a different vehivle.

@Sexy40baby1

2 жыл бұрын

A mechanic shop or dealership will fix it but it won't be cheap. Only having ss income is hurting her. Is there any way you can pay for the repair for her?

He needs to shop around for quotes on the suspension…. I would keep the Camry

Wrong! Rebuilding the engine and getting new suspension will cost thousands less than a new car.

The Ramsey show is good sound financial advice but in this case I would disagree. Working and owning many Toyotas by my whole family I say fix it. Upgrading to someone else’s headache is not an upgrade. That car fixed will last him another 10 years and have enough for a new one if he saves his money.

97 Camry is virtually new. Not even broken in yet. 🤭

Im in baby step 6 and drive a 2004 vw passat. I look broke but I prefer it that way!

I know I'm a little late but as someone in the auto repair business I hope he fixed it. Drive that thing until the engine or transmission goes.

Keep it and swap the struts yourself your can get quick struts for less than $200 a set get a basic tool kit and turn some wrenches.

I'll buy his 97 corolla. I love old cars

@Answers721

2 жыл бұрын

I have a 1994 Lexus. Still runs fantastic.

@austintomkewitz3981

2 жыл бұрын

@@Answers721 you got a 1994 Lexus Celica? Xd Rev up your engines

@TALLXXL

2 жыл бұрын

@@Answers721 2003 Honda ACCORD

@ultimaetsolder

2 жыл бұрын

@@austintomkewitz3981 don't forget to ring that bell!

@front331

2 жыл бұрын

Any thing under the hood going bad yes but not the suspension.

I have a 17 year old Acura. Still drive ok. Kinda like driving a older car.

I have a low milage 98 ford escort, perfect condition but my fear is being unable to find spare parts

@mph5896

2 жыл бұрын

Those used to be everywhere where I am. Haven’t seen one in a long time on the road.

@christopherrosas2738

2 жыл бұрын

Looking for ford parts, just head to the salvage yard

I would fix it. He could probably get 3-5 more years out of it. My 2011 Toyota runs great still.

@reaalitykinggs

2 жыл бұрын

I’m in an 07 accord, 360k miles, still going strong

I think the economic analysis here is wrong. If fixing the suspension brings the old car to be at the quality of a much newer and more expensive car, then I think it is worth fixing it even if the car does not appreciate in value after the fix. The correct economic analysis is to compare marginal cost vs marginal gain. That is, if the cost to fix the old car is lower than the extra cost of trading in for a newer car then it is better to fix the car. For course, this is assuming you end up with similar quality vehicles whether the old car is fixed or traded in for another car.

Aint no body paying $2k for a 25yo car with blown shocks... These 2 are out of touch with reality.

the older The Better. the one way I would upgrade is if it has the 2.4 engine

i bought a $3500 ‘99 BMW as a cheap, reliable fun second car. a couple years later, i have to try really hard not to think about what i could have bought instead with the $30k i’ve dumped into it since 😅 it’s all worth it for me though

Even in their own baby step, they still give poor advice. An $8k car is still in the used market place and you dont know if it'll cost more to fix it. I say spend the $2k to fix the suspension, then continue driving until you reach a millionaire status.

My advice would be to buy a middle to late 2000s Toyota Camry don't change brand don't change models just buy the same cars over and over because they don't change much and eventually youll learn to fix them yourself

@locke8881

2 жыл бұрын

Do not buy 2009 Camry. Burns oil

@austintomkewitz3981

2 жыл бұрын

How much oil lol xd

@masterk5066

2 жыл бұрын

04-10 Toyota in general far as I know that’s when oil issues started. The newer ones are fine, so far

@kylehackett162

2 жыл бұрын

Camry is the most boring basic old people car ever.

@austintomkewitz3981

2 жыл бұрын

@@kylehackett162 there's not enough money to go around for everybody to buy a Buggati Chiron

If the body of an old car is clean and you know what work has gone into it and it drives well,every part is changeable and can be replaced second hand..if you buy a new second hand car you are taking a gamble.stick with your old known car and repair it .

So thr beaty of an old car, is tat their are olenty in junkyards. If your steuggle bussing, go to a junk yard and get the parts you need on the cheap. If your not mechanically inclined, bring a friend. If you need, you csn bring the parts to a mechanic, then youll only pay for labor. Buying new parts on old cars are upchatged bc its a rareity for someone to need or have the parts

Wheels don't fall off a Camry. He doesn't have 7-8k. He can have a great car for 2k, their a lot of lemons out there for 7-8k you bet.

Seriously? It's a Camry, you can replace all four struts yourself for less than $300.

I have a 1991 Camry and I’m 21 im making it as it was brand new stock

I got a 07 maxima she is running but it’s always something , I got the car for cheap four years ago. I don’t know if I should ride it out or upgrade? What you guys think ? Now I need to fix my AC!

@matthewlangley3524

2 жыл бұрын

Explain your situation some more.

@austintomkewitz3981

2 жыл бұрын

Agreed explain situation more but I'd like to add that Hondas and Toyotas are much more reliable than all the other car brands

@calebg.9662

2 жыл бұрын

Dump the Renault trash, they killed Nissan when they took over and have only gotten worse

@thetruth5635

2 жыл бұрын

I had a issue with a few of the coils recently about a year ago actually. Now the ac is leaking when I put Freon in so the hose has to be replaced . I got the car for 1700 in 2018 I put about 3k in her maybe a little less. Also other issues through out the years that I fixed

@TALLXXL

2 жыл бұрын

2003 Honda ACCORD

How many miles does it have on it??

I would have to disagree wirh George on this one. The 94-01 Camrys are literally the most reliable economy cars ever made. Iron block, non-interference 2.2 4 cylinder. Only complaint is a timing belt, which is like $600 every 100k miles? I'd take it over 95% of the new cars that are on the roads today.

He just called knowing what to do

So glad I decided to have the rear suspension done for $600.00 on my Camry.

New cars are a waste of money.