[nal]

Originally Posted by Dragoneye

What exactly are your plans for this car? A 16 year old in a classic is a dangerous combo...they aren't reliable (the cars) and they're relatively unsafe...especially when struck by a modern vehicle. So if it's a commuter/daily driver...I'd recommend you stay away from anything more than 5 years old.

Is it a long-term vehicle? Or something to get him through a couple years before he gets a "real" car?

That said...a project car would be awesome to have for you two. As a project, though...it really wouldn't be a good daily driver. And you'd have to seriously commit to working on it, or else it'll become a hunk of metal in your garage...

I like my Cobalt. I can't say anything bad about it. It's been incredibly reliable, I get 35mpg on average (mostly hwy driving), I think it looks pretty good, and it's got a little pep for an economy car. You might look into a Focus, Pontiacs (Grand Am, or Prix...can never remember which one is which), or if you want to go pre-2005...check out the Cavalier...just make sure you tie the muffler up.

it was just a thought at the time, and this is something semi-temporary like maybe sophomore year in college start looking for a "real" car, here's what were looking at now:

Originally Posted by nal

were looking at a 07 Pontiac g5 of $9,6xx. it has 75000 miles and is in great shape. but i cant tell if its a gt or not... well see tomorrow.