I'm About To Get My First Car And It Can't Be A Boring Civic! What Should I Buy?
If you had a $20,000 budget for your first car, what would you (and your dog) pick?
Read MoreIf you had a $20,000 budget for your first car, what would you (and your dog) pick?
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By Josh West 26 days ago Read MoreMichael's company will reimburse him for his car but it has to qualify under certain price parameters. With a budget up to $30k what car should he buy?
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By Marko Mikulic 1 month ago Read MoreSam is helping his dad choose the ultimate "nap" vehicle. With a solid budget upwards of $200,000 what car should he buy?
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By Collin Woodard 1 month ago Read MoreAlmost everyone entering the car market and shopping for reasonable family transport is facing an affordability crisis.
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