Why Are You Afraid Of High Mileage Cars? Is Lower Mileage Always The Better Option?

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  • Опубліковано 10 вер 2024
  • There are a lot of amazing high mileage vehicles out there, if you are patient and will to do your research, you can find an excellent deal on a reliable high million used car.
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  • @PhilipTamorria
    @PhilipTamorria  Місяць тому +61

    How many miles are on your daily driver?

    • @NagiCentral
      @NagiCentral Місяць тому +16

      76,000 on my 2011 BMW 328i xDrive

    • @PhilipTamorria
      @PhilipTamorria  Місяць тому +2

      🤘😎

    • @Stfu.Surrender
      @Stfu.Surrender Місяць тому

      198,000 miles on my 2006 Pontiac Vibe 😏

    • @rafaelbetancourt3551
      @rafaelbetancourt3551 Місяць тому +10

      147k on my 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander, original owner :)

    • @JG-lx2nq
      @JG-lx2nq Місяць тому +19

      225K on my 2000 civic lx base model that I got for 2k$

  • @wondliii9046
    @wondliii9046 Місяць тому +283

    Had a friend who was going to junk his 97 camry. They offered him $200. I offered $250. Had a rusted subframe that i switched out with one from the junkyard. It's been my daily since, and i love it. 270k on the clock and runs like a top. The temptation to go out and finance a nice ride is high, but i enjoy not having a car payment and high insurance more.

    • @PhilipTamorria
      @PhilipTamorria  Місяць тому +9

      @@wondliii9046 💯💯

    • @duanerackham9567
      @duanerackham9567 Місяць тому +9

      How much did you pay for a sub frame and someone to change it. I have a 2000 Galant that's rusting away and a myriad of issues (smoke coming out under the hood after parking and shutting off the engine). Looking at getting a Acura ilx 16' at this point.

    • @CACar_Nation
      @CACar_Nation Місяць тому +3

      Those 97 are a good generation

    • @StreetForged
      @StreetForged Місяць тому +1

      Got a 500 dollar Volvo 240 with 180k miles in 2018. It was my daily for 4 years until it had some major electrical issues and Ive been patching all the rust and rewired a lot of the harness. Engine compression is still nearly at brand new levels and I had added a turbo and fully built the suspension and all sorts of other stuff.
      Most fun car I've ever driven by far and cost me a lot less than people pay for a base model KIA. I'll take RWD turbo manual with a locked diff and huge steering angle over a car that has a backup camera any day

    • @amarcord1988
      @amarcord1988 Місяць тому +1

      I get it, but that's an ugly car bro

  • @brokersopen1664
    @brokersopen1664 Місяць тому +238

    When buying a used car I always try to buy the last model year before an update. Things tend to be sorted out by then.

    • @PhilipTamorria
      @PhilipTamorria  Місяць тому +5

      🤘🤘

    • @Pappa958
      @Pappa958 11 днів тому +1

      What do you mean by that?
      This is an honest question no trolling

    • @brokersopen1664
      @brokersopen1664 11 днів тому +6

      @@Pappa958 Example: Last year of LS 430 Lexus was 2006. In 2007 changed to LS 460 Last year for LS 460 is 2017. Most of the time there is a change in the body style. The model evolves,

    • @Pappa958
      @Pappa958 11 днів тому

      @@brokersopen1664 ohh okay thank you

    • @MarcosBuenrostroLifestyle
      @MarcosBuenrostroLifestyle 10 днів тому

      @@Pappa958yes this is very true I know on Nissan 350z and Infiniti G35s both the automatic and especially the manual had terrible transmissions in 03 and 04 in 05 they improved but the 06-07 transmissions are basically bulletproof

  • @rabd3721
    @rabd3721 Місяць тому +338

    A used beater car should be no more than 6k.

    • @PhilipTamorria
      @PhilipTamorria  Місяць тому +10

      @@rabd3721 🤘🤘

    • @DARTHDANSAN
      @DARTHDANSAN Місяць тому +47

      Jajajaj what time are you living in 2005?

    • @dnegel9546
      @dnegel9546 Місяць тому +31

      @@DARTHDANSANi know right. A used beater today will need about 6k worth of work. And still have 500k miles

    • @Elite_Employee
      @Elite_Employee Місяць тому +30

      I bought a used Lexus with 185k miles without hesitation. That was about 3 years ago. Now she has 275k miles and still runs like a champ. I would much rather drive an old beater than a brand new car that you have to worry about putting miles on and babying

    • @Argedis
      @Argedis Місяць тому +16

      @@DARTHDANSAN Got a beater Tacoma for $3k cash with 200k miles. Paint is faded but still runs like a dream 3 years later.
      Deals are out there. The uglier they look the better deal you can get even though mechanically they could be running just fine.

  • @johntrough2660
    @johntrough2660 Місяць тому +34

    2002 Lexus RX300, bought for $2500 has 398,760 miles. Still running strong.

  • @Argedis
    @Argedis Місяць тому +88

    The beauty of older 'beater' cars is they are CHEAP and you can easily own more than one vehicle for different things.
    I wanted a truck to go fishing, personal landscaping and outdoor activities so I bought a beater Tacoma with over 200k miles for $3k cash. Faded paint but runs like a dream, Ice cold AC, dirt cheap insurance, easy to work on and maintain, don't care about dings and scratches or getting it dirty and using it like a truck!
    You get the choice of what you feel like driving (alleviates boredom) and makes repairs MUCH easier since you can just drive the spare to swap a car battery for example and you won't have to miss work or something.

    • @PhilipTamorria
      @PhilipTamorria  Місяць тому +4

      💯💯

    • @eliTheGuy05
      @eliTheGuy05 27 днів тому +4

      If you been shopping used cars recently the market is really bad. Old beaters can be up to 15 thousand and they won’t even sell to you if your paying cash because they make money off people financing. Repairs are expensive right now so you end up dropping potentially 20k in total right off the back as used car salesmen try to hide problems. At that point it makes sense to just get a new car with a warranty and maintain it well. Hold on to that nice car and treat it well and you can get 250k miles on it

    • @Argedis
      @Argedis 27 днів тому +3

      @@eliTheGuy05 That's a LOT to unpack in your comment. First of all why would you buy a beater from a dealer and finance it? The whole point is to buy it from a private seller for cash like my Tacoma for $3k cash.
      Second, why wouldn't you get the ANY car you buy inspected before you buy it? Do you buy it and hope for the best? Do you buy a house without getting it inspected first? Pay a mechanic and they will tell you exactly what's wrong and what needs to be replaced soon. No guessing.

    • @gregjones1867
      @gregjones1867 27 днів тому +3

      I have one just to haul the dogs around in. $800 Pathfinder with 267k on it. Insurance added $1 a day

    • @eliTheGuy05
      @eliTheGuy05 27 днів тому

      @@Argedis I would never finance a used car but a lot of people literally have no other option and the market is rigged against them right now

  • @jatozzie8623
    @jatozzie8623 Місяць тому +80

    2006 Lexus is250 w 200k km. Cheap, reliable, luxurious, depreciated, rwd, v6

    • @PhilipTamorria
      @PhilipTamorria  Місяць тому

      @@jatozzie8623 💯💯

    • @BankaiFever
      @BankaiFever Місяць тому

      I got a gs300 awd I got it from some local dude 5 years ago with 130k miles on it after my first car as a teen started giving me probs. Now its at 180k miles. I wanna get a new or preowned car eventually but this thing still runs well, everything is perf and still looks decent. Also just got into an accident two weeks ago a girl in a civic smashed into me at 30mph but literally NOTHING happened to the lexus besides some scrapes on the back bumper.

    • @larkt6693
      @larkt6693 Місяць тому +3

      The IS250 is extremely reliable..

    • @PhilipTamorria
      @PhilipTamorria  Місяць тому

      @@larkt6693 🤘🤘

    • @ssjlkrillin
      @ssjlkrillin Місяць тому +1

      This is blasphemy for me (as I'm partial to German makes), but I have been considering an older 2010s Lexus LS as a daily driver. It matches my S Class in luxury and features, but it is less prone to electrical issues and suspension failures. It is also a rear-drive V8, which I consider important. Retirees have these things preserved (garage kept) and ready to go for really nice prices.

  • @kellenmonahan3136
    @kellenmonahan3136 Місяць тому +67

    When I heard your insurance rate in 1999 my jaw dropped, props to you for getting through that.

    • @PhilipTamorria
      @PhilipTamorria  Місяць тому +4

      @@kellenmonahan3136 Thanks 🙏

    • @fmj45
      @fmj45 27 днів тому +2

      Yea i would have just thrown away my license and move to a city.

  • @DaleDenton
    @DaleDenton Місяць тому +34

    I picked up a Mercedes W211 E320 for $500 from a friend, running and driving but wouldn't pass emissions. 247k miles and misdiagnosed as a bad catalytic converter. Cleared the check engine light it had and drove it 3 hours home and it ran better as the miles got behind me. Went to friend's shop to get an emissions test, expecting it to fail but DMV needed it for a temporary moving permit. Passed with flying colors. AC blows cold, seats are comfortable. I recently dumped $2300 worth of parts into it at 297k miles and I expect it to last another 120k miles easily. I'm gonna get it repainted and rims refinished soon and it'll be mint!

  • @FarhanAhmed-mx1wm
    @FarhanAhmed-mx1wm 27 днів тому +13

    I bought my first car at $7k which was a 2004 Lexus LS 430. Bought it at 181k miles on the dash. No regrets whatsoever, it drives like an absolute dream - one of the smoothest cars I ever rode in. The car is an absolute tank, I’ve done no maintenance besides usual oil changes etc. It will just keep on driving without a worry. A lot of my friends are always a little shocked on how well built this car is compared to their newer cars especially for its age. I don’t see myself ever letting this car go. I always try to make people understand to not be afraid of high miles and just because something is old does not mean it’s broke. When it comes to older cars vs a lot of newer cars today, I truly believe in the saying “they don’t make em like they used to” 👍🏾

    • @PhilipTamorria
      @PhilipTamorria  27 днів тому +4

      @@FarhanAhmed-mx1wm Love those ! I need to pick one up. 💯

    • @andrewwebster7185
      @andrewwebster7185 20 днів тому +2

      That's arguably the best car ever made. You have great taste. Those Mercedes, BMWs, and Jags of that vintage do not hold a candle to the facelifted LS 430... I had the same year and I regret getting rid of it.

  • @AndrewM83
    @AndrewM83 Місяць тому +22

    I sold my 98 V6 Honda Accord with 297,000 miles a few years ago. Original engine and transmission. Still miss that car

    • @PhilipTamorria
      @PhilipTamorria  Місяць тому +3

      @@AndrewM83 nice! My brother had a 6th gen as well, an 01. Great car.

    • @buzztrucker
      @buzztrucker 27 днів тому +2

      I had an '03 that got to 247k and still ran well but a tree limb fell on it (still ran just a major cosmetic issue) and I got paid out and the insurance company wanted to try to sell it back to me...I should have bought it back as a beater.

    • @PhilipTamorria
      @PhilipTamorria  27 днів тому +1

      @@buzztrucker 🤘💯

  • @Mase-1
    @Mase-1 Місяць тому +80

    Free 2005 ford ranger 355,000 miles. Runs beautifully

    • @PhilipTamorria
      @PhilipTamorria  Місяць тому +3

      @@Mase-1 awesome 😎

    • @tr7391
      @tr7391 Місяць тому +3

      you’ll probably get another 200,000 out of it with just oil changes 🤣🤣

    • @HatBilly2008
      @HatBilly2008 Місяць тому +1

      Did you replace the timing chain? What size motor does it have 4.0, or four-cylinder

    • @JM-bb8xi
      @JM-bb8xi 26 днів тому

      Way to go man!

  • @user-ue3fx9be5d
    @user-ue3fx9be5d 25 днів тому +8

    Dealerships are going to hate this guy. Great video buddy

  • @notyourfallguydaddyorson6835
    @notyourfallguydaddyorson6835 Місяць тому +36

    If it's a Toyota higher mileage not much of a problem. I see them with 250k to 400k + and people are like no problem.

    • @PhilipTamorria
      @PhilipTamorria  Місяць тому +5

      💯💯

    • @carlovanrijk4039
      @carlovanrijk4039 Місяць тому +4

      @@PhilipTamorriaI just bought a 2012 Honda Accord with 120K miles (as a result of my ‘16 Civic being totalled in a collision with a semi). After the insurance settlement, I put about $2000 of initial maintenance into it as I wasn’t sure of the maintenance history, so that I could get it road-worthy (I drive alot of hwy miles). With its 2.4L i4 cyl engine, I’m not afraid of putting miles on it. Actually I want to see how far and how long I can make it last. 👍🏼

    • @PhilipTamorria
      @PhilipTamorria  Місяць тому +3

      @@carlovanrijk4039 💯🙏

    • @chris103193
      @chris103193 Місяць тому +8

      Hondas last a long time too but are more expensive to keep running with higher mileage than a Toyota. But the honda driving experience is better.

    • @carlovanrijk4039
      @carlovanrijk4039 25 днів тому

      @@chris103193 I have both a Honda Accord and a Toyota Venza, both in the same year range. I wanna see how long I can make both of them last!

  • @alech729
    @alech729 Місяць тому +37

    I had a 2003 matrix with 220k miles for $1200. Drove it to 350k and sold it. It’s still running around town. I just got a 2007 Pontiac vibe with 220k miles and it’s in mint condition owned by an old lady its whole life for $2500. Going to do the same for this one now. Highly recommend the matrix/vibe for a small family car.

    • @PhilipTamorria
      @PhilipTamorria  Місяць тому

      @@alech729 💯💯

    • @raymond_sycamore
      @raymond_sycamore Місяць тому +1

      hey that's just a Pontiac Vibe!

    • @issavibez394
      @issavibez394 Місяць тому

      Never liked Pontiac junkk cheap but Pontiac vibe has same engine as matrix but cheaper build quality

    • @raymond_sycamore
      @raymond_sycamore Місяць тому

      @@issavibez394 it's a cheap beater. Get over yourself.

    • @issavibez394
      @issavibez394 Місяць тому

      @@raymond_sycamore Abego wahala ashawo

  • @MN_Engineer
    @MN_Engineer 26 днів тому +5

    While I mostly agree, I just don't have the time to always be fixing a beater when it constantly breaks down at inopportune times...
    I just purchased a new vehicle after driving the same beater for 15 years. I still have the beater, but I also have something I know will work when I need it.

  • @jmac13131
    @jmac13131 Місяць тому +28

    I just bought a 2012 Toyota 4Runner SR5 with 107,000 miles for under $20k. All oil changes were done at a dealership every 5k miles. I had a 2020 Jeep Wrangler with under 60,000 miles but still owed $10k and sold it to buy the Toyota. I was able to use the equity and pay cash for the 4Runner. I think the Toyota reliability will be well worth the swap even with almost 50,000 more miles to start.

    • @PhilipTamorria
      @PhilipTamorria  Місяць тому +1

      Nice 💯💯

    • @ThuanTran-nv9yb
      @ThuanTran-nv9yb 29 днів тому +1

      They can go for 300K miles. You're good mate.

    • @jmac13131
      @jmac13131 27 днів тому

      @@feo130 what lesson is that?

    • @subaruamazon
      @subaruamazon 8 днів тому

      07 camry 151k. 4runners are killer. with that history, should get 300k easy.

    • @shanec8224
      @shanec8224 7 днів тому

      @@ThuanTran-nv9yb easily. They often go more than that!

  • @vinzclortho7766
    @vinzclortho7766 Місяць тому +12

    Being inclined to fix your own car should negate a lot fear of high mileage, but overall condition and maintenance is pretty important.

  • @wigletron2846
    @wigletron2846 Місяць тому +13

    I've only ever bought low mileage cars but I've driven them until the wheels fall off. With used car prices now, I have no problem buying an older high mileage car. Even if I don't get as much time out of it at least I didn't spend a lot of money.

  • @freddyhollingsworth5945
    @freddyhollingsworth5945 Місяць тому +12

    462,000 miles on my 03 Grand Marquis, original engine, transmission, axle, front end..it has needed 1 alignment($100), 1 gear selector bulb($100), 1 intake manifold($600), and a few sets of spark plugs($100 each set)...still runs and drives like new..it was only $23,000 new in 03 ehen we got it and its fully loaded...

    • @PhilipTamorria
      @PhilipTamorria  Місяць тому +2

      @@freddyhollingsworth5945 💯🤘

    • @subaruamazon
      @subaruamazon 8 днів тому

      I bought an 01 mustang gt convertible with 101k in 2022. very reliable. 4.6 v8. i think these share the same motor.

  • @capricetony
    @capricetony Місяць тому +12

    Purchased my 2009 Ford Crown Victoria P71 w/62k in 2017 for 5k, still driving it as my daily to this day with 154k👍 Still have my 1987 Iroc-Z I purchased from the original owner in 96’ and have a 1978 Chevy Caprice with 28k original miles. Happy with my current fleet 👍

    • @PhilipTamorria
      @PhilipTamorria  Місяць тому

      @@capricetony Nice! I had a 3rd gen TA back in the mid/late nineties. Miss that car

    • @TanManFixes
      @TanManFixes 22 дні тому

      crown vics go 300-400k miles. main issues with the intake manifolds and coil on plug ignition system.

    • @subaruamazon
      @subaruamazon 8 днів тому

      everything paid off is good.

    • @PhilipTamorria
      @PhilipTamorria  8 днів тому

      @@subaruamazon 💯💯

  • @S.C1970
    @S.C1970 Місяць тому +21

    I just picked up a ‘94 Camry as my daily beater car. Only has 105k miles (which isn’t bad) for about $1k. People shouldn’t fear older or high mileage cars.

    • @PhilipTamorria
      @PhilipTamorria  Місяць тому

      @@S.C1970 💯💯

    • @superbros1690
      @superbros1690 Місяць тому

      IF you get in a car accident though, those cars are your coffin. The new cybertruck, rams, ford lightning, hummer ev are weight 9k lb.

    • @S.C1970
      @S.C1970 Місяць тому

      @@superbros1690 a risk I have to take I guess. I don’t have cybertruck money and I don’t wanna be seen in one regardless.

    • @superbros1690
      @superbros1690 Місяць тому

      @@S.C1970 Lol thats not the point. I don't have either of those cars. Just stating a fact.

    • @beefnacos6258
      @beefnacos6258 29 днів тому

      Yes, they absolutely should. I've bought cars that were maintenance nightmares

  • @drift6785
    @drift6785 Місяць тому +10

    I had an 04 Honda accord ex for 1300 dollars I bought at 18. Same interior as yours. The issue is the odometer was rolled back. Definitely a learning experience but despite all that it was a great car. It had well over 200k miles. As I know I put about 10k miles myself. Handles well and it wasn't pretty but considering I was younger and didn't have much. I was proud of owning it. Anytime I see a beat up accord around. I wonder about my old accord.

    • @PhilipTamorria
      @PhilipTamorria  Місяць тому +1

      @@drift6785 🤘🤘

    • @subaruamazon
      @subaruamazon 8 днів тому

      fraud on the rise. how did u figure out the odometer was tampered with? how do i avoid that?

  • @ChattinKhakis
    @ChattinKhakis Місяць тому +6

    BMW E46 Wagon - 220,000 miles; a barn find for just a few grand. learning to maintenance a high milage older car is an awesome skill to learn.
    Loved it so much I hunted down a 3-series convertible for about the same price as the weekender.

    • @PhilipTamorria
      @PhilipTamorria  Місяць тому +1

      @@ChattinKhakis Very cool. You don’t see many E46 wagons anymore that’s for sure.

    • @ChattinKhakis
      @ChattinKhakis Місяць тому

      @@PhilipTamorria yeah, we’re about 8months into ownership, its been a lot of fun for roadtrips

    • @PhilipTamorria
      @PhilipTamorria  Місяць тому

      @@ChattinKhakis 💯💯

  • @Starry_Night_Sky7455
    @Starry_Night_Sky7455 22 дні тому +2

    Your car uses an actual key. Now, I like that.

  • @TheD7aim
    @TheD7aim Місяць тому +21

    440,000 miles on my 2015 Toyota Prius, and I’m about to drive it across country

    • @PhilipTamorria
      @PhilipTamorria  Місяць тому +1

      @@TheD7aim nice!!

    • @bpb5541
      @bpb5541 23 дні тому +2

      That is killer !!! I bet you maintain it well !!! Great job !!!

    • @equalizer2233
      @equalizer2233 12 днів тому

      Original battery?

    • @laurentcambon
      @laurentcambon 10 днів тому +1

      Original tires ?

    • @PopBandit
      @PopBandit 9 днів тому +1

      @@laurentcambon Hey Lauren, no tires in America are going to keep track for over 400k miles. Even if they did I would suggest changing them asap lol. Original tires are no reason to not buy a car.

  • @gabecruz1045
    @gabecruz1045 Місяць тому +9

    I just bought a 2002 acura rsx with 280k miles for $1000 runs smooth and shift good no leaks i just got rid of a 2024 toyota camry payments in every month was killing me lol

  • @robertsmith199
    @robertsmith199 Місяць тому +6

    Nice video ! Ok.... in 2022 purchased a 2007 Lincoln Executive L with about 470,000 miles for $ 1,300. Runs great, very luxurious like a "mini limo", done nothing to it for almost 2 years, and then recently had the rear suspension air shocks ride height sensor replaced for $ 350, but that's all !! It was maintained well because it was part of a livery service, but still......470,000 miles ! ;-) Now it's got nearly 480,000 miles. A/C works, can lounge in limo style in the back with the a/c cranking and a DVD playing in style and luxury. 🙂 Plus a "bullet proof" 4.6L V8 that actually can Move. Just an example of how correct you are in your video.

  • @therevolutionarythinker4450
    @therevolutionarythinker4450 Місяць тому +5

    The best deal I ever got was a 2007 honda fit with 220,000 miles. It was Free, and still running at 270k

  • @bruceclough1539
    @bruceclough1539 Місяць тому +25

    $980 for a 2004 Impreza, thing ran just fine. Rust got to it and it was “totalled”. Insurance gave me $2,000!

    • @PhilipTamorria
      @PhilipTamorria  Місяць тому

      @@bruceclough1539 awesome 😎

    • @chris103193
      @chris103193 Місяць тому +2

      How was the process of totalling your car due to rust? I'm guessing there was an accident

  • @CGGarage
    @CGGarage 29 днів тому +3

    I inherited my great grandpa's 2006 tacoma 4x4. Been taking care of this truck for well over 5 years now. I received it at 98K miles, very, VERY low. So currently at 107K and still taking care of it. I feel very blessed to have it, and finally own a 4x4 truck.

  • @rjdubu1485
    @rjdubu1485 Місяць тому +4

    My father used to own this exact same accord with the white paint and beige leather seats. Let me tell you, it was the MOST comfortable car I’ve ever been in.
    That k24 reliability alongside extreme comfort was an amazing combination.
    Was 4 grand when he bought it with 140k on it. Sold it for 4200 with 205 on it.

    • @PhilipTamorria
      @PhilipTamorria  Місяць тому +2

      Very cool! This one is a J series actually, but yes the K series cars are great 👍

  • @edwingeorge6507
    @edwingeorge6507 Місяць тому +2

    My daily driver is a 2000 Toyota Camry. Got it just a couple years ago at roughly 280,000 miles (for free). While it has had a couple of issues, the car is dirt cheap to insure, cheap to maintain, gets incredible gas mileage, and I have peace of mind whenever I park in more sketchy areas. I love it.

  • @Blue-moon12
    @Blue-moon12 Місяць тому +7

    I have a 2000 Buick Lesabre with 216k KMS, 2 owners from new. I paid $700 CAD and it's drives like a couch. It's my beater/2nd vehicle. Everything works.

  • @dutnakke
    @dutnakke Місяць тому +4

    Bought a '97 Ford Explorer in 2004 with 59.000 miles on it for $6.500. Still my daily driver now in 2024 - had very few problems with it.

  • @fgonzalez78959
    @fgonzalez78959 28 днів тому +3

    $500 honda accord 250k miles ..did my first head gasket job ..ran for a year and trans died. But i just needed it for a year while wife became a nurse.

  • @lisamoss3146
    @lisamoss3146 Місяць тому +1

    Agree 💯. Back in 2015, I found a 10 year old Acura MDX (Honda Pilot) with 115k on the odometer. I arranged for a test drive and told the dealer I'd be a while. I swung by my mechanic for an inspection, and he found nothing wrong with this car. Then I proceeded to take it to my friend at a local auto body, who found no signs of any accident damage. This car was immaculate inside and out. I took it back to the dealer, and cut right to the chase about purchasing. He at first wasn't going to come down in price, but I knew that car was sitting there for months so I was prepared to walk away. He did end up coming down in price ($11,900 down to $10,000) and I wrote a check. Nearly ten years later, Dad is now driving that Acura and it now has over 200k. No issues at all .. just regular maintenance! ❤️

  • @riogingoinin
    @riogingoinin Місяць тому +5

    I got a toyota avalon 2011 limited 13k with 91k miles. 2 owner Both did the correct service for the miles so it was really steal and it's pretty much breaking in. At 95k Still driving like a dream. Only car i'd pull a loan out for not a newer! PLEASE listen to this man.

    • @PhilipTamorria
      @PhilipTamorria  Місяць тому +2

      💯🙏

    • @beverlyquintela2754
      @beverlyquintela2754 Місяць тому +1

      Have an 08 Avalon Limited with 111,000 miles. 1 owner before me, well taken care of. Mint condition. Expect to get many more (trouble free) miles on it

  • @chrisbrass8930
    @chrisbrass8930 Місяць тому +1

    I'm currently driving a 2007 PT Cruiser that has over 160000 miles on it. It used to belong to my mother who purchased it at 40,000 miles to replace her 2005 model who's timing belt broke while I was driving it. When she passed away 5 or 6 years ago, it went to my brother who maintained it in a meticulous manner. When it was time to replace the timing belt on this one he debated on training it in or replacing it, ultimately he replaced the timing belt.
    A few months ago he called me up and told me he'd give it to me if I wanted it. I flew to the west coast, drive it almost 2000 miles home and it runs like a brand new car. I averaged over 25 mpg all the way home, one tank of gas I got just south of 30 mpg in it. I won't say it's the car with the highest number of miles on it. But it is one of the finest cars I've ever owned

  • @trapps75
    @trapps75 Місяць тому +5

    2004 Toyota Camry 161000 miles drives like a dream. 3500.00

  • @MrJFunk
    @MrJFunk Місяць тому +2

    Own a 2003 Tacoma and paid $13,000 used in 2006. 214k miles now and although slower than other trucks, I have a low insurance payment, great for Home Depot trips or help someone move and have a $300 stereo with AppleCar Play and backup camera. I’ve done a few common repairs like shocks, ball joints, engine mounts, AC and rack & pinion. Still way cheaper than a $45k+ new one.

    • @PhilipTamorria
      @PhilipTamorria  Місяць тому

      @@MrJFunk Those are great! Great era for the Tacoma.

  • @rayjohnson863
    @rayjohnson863 Місяць тому +4

    I know you did not mention a Nissan (most say they are unreliable) but I bought a 2017 Nissan Sentra SV with sunroof new with 27 miles on it. I've been driving it now for almost 8 years. I still have it but I had to put the car in the body shop for the door when it was hit and a fender when a new driver hit my car. Other than that the paint overall is in near excellent shape and the interior is solid. I also had to get a new door handle when the dealership broke it when it was in the shop 2 years ago. I've have had it serviced at the dealer only and all of the records are located online which helps at ton. The only issue I have with it currently is the AC is not blowing as cold as it should but this Monday I am getting it checked out. The car does not leak any fluids and it does not burn any oil and it currently has 129,259 miles on it. Main thing is no issues with my CVT transmission which has been serviced 4 times. For me being 38 years old the car is in excellent shape.

    • @PhilipTamorria
      @PhilipTamorria  Місяць тому

      @@rayjohnson863 💯💯

    • @TreeFish707
      @TreeFish707 Місяць тому

      I own a 2011 Sentra bought with 20,000 miles now has 150,000 miles no leaks. The AC went out but I’m ok with that as I only use it for around town use. I definitely would trust it on a long road trip any day of the week. Been a very good car and the cost of ownership was been very minimal. Sad thing is I need a bigger car as my two boys and I don’t fit well inside. We are tall.

  • @hulk-smash-deez-hose.7951
    @hulk-smash-deez-hose.7951 2 дні тому +1

    Routine maintenance, and quality parts always win 🏆

  • @aaronsanjose1448
    @aaronsanjose1448 Місяць тому +6

    Bought my 2008 Honda Accord top trim with 170000kms (105000 miles) for 6650 CAD (4800 USD) back in September 2021.
    Still runs like a dream. Super cheap insurance. No plans of getting anything newer any time soon.

  • @volvo1354
    @volvo1354 9 днів тому +1

    2013 Lincoln Navigator, $12,000. one owner, complete service records. had 167,000 miles at purchase, but the maintenance records were solid. had it for 6 months, and no real problems other than routine maintenance. this model takes E85 fuel, which i rarely see over $3 per gallon. the vehicle has been a real joy.

  • @krasavchik8714
    @krasavchik8714 Місяць тому +13

    Was just browsing around for an early 2010’s Toyota 4Runner. Realized one thing. Those cars are just not worth buying anymore. 2010-13s were anywhere from $15K for a 220K miles plus to $22K for 140K miles. That is just too much when you can build and buy top notch Limited Edition brand new 4Runner for just $51-53K. So you are looking at either buying $16-17K 2011 basic model with 200K miles, or 2024 new Limited edition for just 3 times more. My logic always was like this for even the best resale value cars. 1 year old minus 20-25% initial price. 3 year old car minus 40-50% of the initial price. 5 year old car minus 60-65% of the initial price. And 7+ years old car minus 80%+ of the initial price. That car with 200K miles and 20011 year basic model should be maximum $8-9K in my book. Not $15-16K. Used cars are just way too overpriced now.

    • @zfunk9
      @zfunk9 Місяць тому +3

      Your math is out of this world and not realistic for this day and age. Those prices are not realistic.

    • @wigletron2846
      @wigletron2846 Місяць тому +3

      Tacomas and 4runners always made more sense to buy new. Used prices on those have always been way too high. During the pandemic pricing 3 year old Tacomas were going for MORE than new. It's called the taco tax for a reason.

    • @Argedis
      @Argedis Місяць тому +4

      You're not looking hard enough. I got a 2001 Tacoma with 200k miles for $3k cash.
      The paint is all faded, basic crank windows, dings and scratches, but it runs like a dream with ICE cold AC. $23/mo insurance.
      The uglier they look the cheaper you can get a beater even if it's mechanically fine.
      Also your point doesn't make sense just because a car is '15k' you justify spending ANOTHER 40k to buy new? lol
      Then there's the EXPENSIVE monthly insurance to worry about, and dings and scratches on your precious new car. No thanks

    • @tuckerhiggins4336
      @tuckerhiggins4336 11 днів тому

      Oh yeah you can't find a 4runner for cheap. Best you can do is a 4th gen

  • @TheImedic
    @TheImedic 18 днів тому +2

    In 2002 I paid $3500 for a single cab Toyota T-100 with 121,000 miles manual with no AC but I drove that truck for 20 years daily and it outlasted every new car my wife and I got between then. It was a beater and other than oil changes that I did myself and routine maintenance with a few minor part replacements it was the most reliable truck I have ever owned. But I finally sold it to someone who needed a reliable vehicle for no money they still drive it. I would of kept it but driving it in Louisiana during the summer was miserable.

  • @harrys4545
    @harrys4545 Місяць тому +4

    Last month I bought a 2014 Audi A6 for 7900 out the door! 142,000 miles and it runs spectacular

  • @rouvem12
    @rouvem12 Місяць тому +2

    The best deal i got on a used car was in 2018, when I bought a 2015 Honda Civic LX with about 29000 miles on it for $8300. The car was prior salvage but had no issues since the front bumper, one headlight and fender were damaged. The guy who sold it to me got it from auction and fixed it but didnt want to bother selling it for a profit. Looking at the amount he bought it for plus the parts I paid exactly what he did for it. I'm still driving it to this day, over 145k miles now. Gotta replace the brakes for the first time still. I plan on driving it to 300k miles unless I start having back issues.

  • @TaboraMusic
    @TaboraMusic 6 днів тому

    In late 2017 I paid 16k for a Dodge Grand Caravan that was 2 years old and had 52k miles at that time I probably overpaid, but it's one of the top trims with leather seats and everything, and at that time the car market was hot enough that the dealers would not negotiate at all, if I hadn't bought it someone else would have later that day. Honestly the mileage did scare me a little bit, with it being only 2 years old. But I've been lucky to always live close to work, so we only put about 10k miles a year on this car. It's been almost 7 years and it continues to serve my family faithfully; yes, you have to do the regular maintenance. And as expensive as cars are now, I'm doing my best to get another 7 years out of it if I can.
    Thank you for this video, a lot of us need to think more along these lines.

    • @PhilipTamorria
      @PhilipTamorria  6 днів тому

      @@TaboraMusic That’s great! And thanks !!

  • @OneOfThem
    @OneOfThem 21 годину тому

    I once got a 06 charger with 140k miles on it for $1500. It needed new brakes and sparkplugs and belonged to a 90 year old man who couldn't afford maintenance anymore. I've put an additional 40k miles on it and it's still running perfectly! Best $1500 I ever spent.

  • @robertdodson1750
    @robertdodson1750 15 годин тому

    Sturdiest car I probably ever had was a 04 manual Acura TL right under 300k miles no rattles no shakes no noises no anything sold it to my friend still running great

  • @_Chicagosfinest
    @_Chicagosfinest 2 дні тому +1

    06 Cadillac CTS 260K still running strong , just keep oil in her and make sure it never overheats, and engine will last long time

  • @squidwardpentacles783
    @squidwardpentacles783 6 днів тому

    I bought a 2013 Mercedes E350 wagon with 180k miles for $6500 USD. Single owner, garage kept, dealer maintained, almost fully loaded, brand new tires and struts. I've put 5k miles on it and it's been flawless. Of course I have a rainy day fund of $5k put aside for potential repairs, praying that I won't have to use it too soon.

  • @nikij.6058
    @nikij.6058 10 днів тому +1

    Bought a 1998 E320 Mercedes with 33k for $9k. Beautiful car in perfect condition. Drove for 12 plus years and sold for $4,500with 135k. All in including maintenance and repairs, it cost me $50 a month! Insurance was $40 per month full coverage. 30 mpg on the highway with a powerful V6. Loved that car!

  • @coyote_bravo2723
    @coyote_bravo2723 День тому

    I got a 08’ Tacoma X-Runner with 63k original miles for 19.9k at the dealership that a customer traded in. Owned by an older man that kept it in a garage for most of its life and all of the service records done and the only downside was a minor accident which scuffed the paint on the rear quarter panel. Came with a TRD intake and full exhaust and I plan to supercharge it sometime soon and turn it into a super fun daily driver and show car that will hopefully last me a long time

  • @onlyinasheville
    @onlyinasheville 3 дні тому

    I got my garage kept 2003 Highlander 12 yrs ago for $3,500 (good condition Kelley BB cost). I still have it and its extremely reliable. 278k miles, V6 FWD snappy in traffic, great on the gravel, and a nice tape deck that still plays my old Zappa tapes.

  • @tee8820
    @tee8820 12 днів тому +1

    Bought a 2005 Toyota Sequoia for about $3200 with a bit over 300k miles on it, a few years later it’s still going, no major issues. Pass the emmission test everytime

  • @Freebird1765
    @Freebird1765 14 днів тому +1

    A couple years ago I got a 93 Toyota T100 truck from the original owner, a retiree, for $2800. 5 Speed, 3.0L V6, 4WD.

  • @MarzNet256
    @MarzNet256 15 годин тому

    Cool. I'm still driving a 2006 Toyota Matrix 4WD with 225,000 miles. I put in new OEM engine mounts at 210k. It drives like a new car.

  • @TraverseNowhere
    @TraverseNowhere Місяць тому +2

    Totally agree, my awesome 2011 Infiniti FX35 at 216,000 miles seriously drove like almost new. Sadly I was in a wreck with a deer. Just bought a '10 Malibu and it has 194k miles, put some money into it, but I hope to keep it five years or however long.

  • @williamzhang963
    @williamzhang963 Місяць тому +1

    I've been driving my mom's 1998 Toyota Corolla VE (most basic trim) for the last few years. She bought it new back in 1998, and it's 26 years old now. It's only got 140k miles. It's a very basic car, but everything always works.

  • @mikejwomack9597
    @mikejwomack9597 Місяць тому +1

    Cars I had with high miles and ran smooth until I sold it
    05 Subaru Forester @ 220,000
    02 Honda accord
    01 Camry @250,000
    2011 Buick lacrosse @ 180,000 (currently own)

  • @hernsg144
    @hernsg144 8 днів тому

    Dude I totally agree. I've never had a new car. Currently bought a 2005 sportivo camry for 3K .Currently has a 258000 kms on the clock. Yes she needed a new water pump, timing belt and gaskets changed but she runs great. Just do regular servicing. Car loans suck.

  • @jamesguptill6611
    @jamesguptill6611 8 днів тому

    2016 Passat 285,000 and a volvo xc90 with 307,000. I love them both, they work great and look fine. A win!!!

  • @vinodhrajkumar2789
    @vinodhrajkumar2789 11 днів тому

    My 2010 ford fusion 2.6L 228k km running smoothly beautiful car.

  • @OddOwl94
    @OddOwl94 10 днів тому

    Driving a Saab 9-3 from 2007. It hit 110k miles recently and is still going strong. I'm probably going to drive a Saab for as long as I'm able, love them to death.

  • @straus1777
    @straus1777 День тому

    My 2003 VW Bora has 270 000km on the dash, it does have issues from time to time, but even major repairs are affordable.
    Biggest bill for 2 years of ownership was for turbo rebuild - 800euro with tow truck expenses included.
    New cars are less reliable and repairs are expensive.

  • @matt_d7828
    @matt_d7828 Місяць тому +1

    Recently sold my 2010 Corolla S to a good friend. Bought it new, always garage kept, and well maintained. Did the oil change regularly arnd 4K with synthetic Mobil 1. Bought the oil and cabin air filters from Toyota. It had abt 72K miles when I sold it a few months ago. Being on top of the maintenance schedule is always good esp. if you plan on selling it down the road. I was surprised on how many friends, families and even my own mechanic offered to purchase the car from me. So maintain your vehicle folks. You will be surprised on how many people will jump in on it when it’s time for you to sell it.

    • @PhilipTamorria
      @PhilipTamorria  Місяць тому +2

      @@matt_d7828 absolutely! So many people neglect and abuse everything in their path…and especially their cars 🤘

  • @RamonIsHim
    @RamonIsHim 9 днів тому

    I’m 22, just got my first car of my own last month.
    03 Crown Vic with 200,000 miles for $1800. Can’t wait to put another 150,000 miles on it lol

  • @1schoolofthought
    @1schoolofthought Місяць тому +1

    Got an extremely nissan primera p12 with 260,000 for less than 500$. Its been a great buy

  • @James-su7vq
    @James-su7vq 10 днів тому

    A Toyota aurion, a 7 year old car with less than 100,000km for around 10k. I’ve still got the car today and it’s going on strong 6 years later.

  • @shaifi007
    @shaifi007 2 дні тому

    i live in germany I bought a 2010 kia ceed SW benzine, with 172000Km in 2022for 4000€ and now in 2024 i am around 196000Km and still runs clean, beautiful engine sound, a bit rust in the bottom around shockers, exhaust pipe,

  • @jeanclaude7018
    @jeanclaude7018 Місяць тому +1

    428,000 on 87 Nissan Hardbody I bought used 29 years ago. 275k on 98 Civic HX.
    The best story Ive seen is the Million Mile Frontier on TFL truck channel. One owner, business use every day.

  • @barabhas
    @barabhas 14 днів тому

    I have a 1993 Land Cruiser and a 2008 FJ Cruiser with 251k and 191k respectively. Do all my own maintenance, updates and upgrades. Both run like new.

  • @edwardpamintuan
    @edwardpamintuan Місяць тому +1

    2004 Honda Pilot about 130k miles with a newly rebuilt transmission, sweet deal for $3200

  • @edsmale
    @edsmale 19 днів тому

    I’m not afraid of high mileage or older cars. I’m afraid of people I don’t know doing things that I don’t know about to older/high mileage cars

    • @PhilipTamorria
      @PhilipTamorria  19 днів тому

      @@edsmale Most of the time these things are detectable if you know what to look for but I get it.

  • @albertrodriguez5598
    @albertrodriguez5598 6 днів тому

    I have a 2010 Acura tsx with 199,000 miles on it and people compliment me on how nice the car is. It feels like it doesn’t even have 100,000 on it. Did commutes of over 250 miles and it never broke down on me.

    • @PhilipTamorria
      @PhilipTamorria  6 днів тому

      @@albertrodriguez5598 Very cool! Love those.

  • @pabloh1618
    @pabloh1618 Місяць тому

    I bought a 17 Altima off CoPart w/43k miles. Just under 8k when I was 19.Transmission gave out at 80k miles . Got it replaced and looking forward I am 23 now . She is running strong at 90k miles with regular maintenance. Nice Vid

  • @Imkflow
    @Imkflow 4 дні тому

    The issue is figuring out whether or not a car has been taken care of. A lot of the time is a gamble.

  • @upupandaway4444
    @upupandaway4444 8 днів тому

    I bought a 2008 Corolla 10 years ago with 100,000 miles. Now at 204,000 miles it still runs fantastic, best value in my experience. Only performed regular oil changes, wiper blades, tires, etc... I see no value in buying a new vehicle.

  • @nospeednaf
    @nospeednaf Місяць тому

    I like this video a lot. All my cars were high mileage when I bought them and they’re still going strong. 2014 Cayenne Diesel with 188k miles, 2020 Honda Insight with 175k miles, 2012 Mazdaspeed3 with 150k miles. All are in great condition, but needed a little love. Got a great deal and worked on them myself

    • @PhilipTamorria
      @PhilipTamorria  Місяць тому +1

      @@nospeednaf Great cars! Diesel Cayenne sounds sweet! Thank You!

  • @timmatheny-lo9ze
    @timmatheny-lo9ze 9 днів тому

    63, retired. 04 accord 256k, 96 Tacoma 194k. 3k for the accord, 2800.00 for Toyota. Maintenance is much less than buying a new car. I’ve owned the Honda for 7 yrs and the Toyota for 2 yrs. I’m not an aggressive driver. Honda makes 29 mpg,Tacoma makes 26 mpg. I don’t have any desire for new.

  • @louisevessey3839
    @louisevessey3839 29 днів тому

    My husband and I decided to shop for a new PHEV. We were looking at between $50 and $70,000 Canadian dollars. We owe nothing on our current vehicles. 2013 Jeep Sahara unlimited with 49,500 miles, 2018 VW Golf Alltrack 33k miles, and a summer fun 2013 Mazda MX5 with just 34,800 miles. We decided to just keep what we have and continue looking after them!

  • @ricksandoval1187
    @ricksandoval1187 10 днів тому

    I bought a 2004 Honda civic natural gas 2 days ago for $500. 140k miles.
    Saving money is the game.
    Gas in CA is $2.25/gallon (natural gas).
    I'm 38. I'm done trying to keep up and look cool. Time to be smart.

  • @OfficialDJLaxative
    @OfficialDJLaxative 24 дні тому

    I own a MK6 2014 Jetta 2.5L 5-cylinder that I bought for $3500 with 150,000mi. which, by the way, is surprisingly 100x more reliable than the turbo 1.8/2.0 versions of MK6 generation VW cars. It was abused by the previous owner and I’ve since learned to repair cars by myself after owning it for 2 years. I’ve learned SO MUCH that I took on a bigger project, a 1st Gen face lifted 2010 E83 BMW. it has been a challenge, but it wasn’t even running when i bought it for only $2500. I got it running after a month of tinkering and plan on making it my winter car (i live in very rural maine with super snowy winters). I would wager to guess I’ve saved about $20,000-$30,000 on repairs just by doing everything myself.

  • @RhythmOfLines
    @RhythmOfLines 7 днів тому

    Bought a 2005 Highlander that just had the timing belt water pump done at 220000 for $3300.
    It's 2024 it has 307000 miles. It runs great

  • @ManuelFresh100
    @ManuelFresh100 Місяць тому

    A year ago I purchased an 01 Lexus ES300 with 115k miles. The engine is buttery smooth. Rides like a dream and im sure better than most new cars. It had alot of maintenance recently done as well including timing belt. Was purchased off on an old couple.

  • @isiahd.5873
    @isiahd.5873 9 днів тому

    Never tried it but I’ll do my research now thanks!

  • @colemanson6668
    @colemanson6668 22 дні тому

    Just bought a 2013 Subaru Outback 3.6r Limited with 142k miles for 10k. Runs like a dream so far. That flat six is so smooth and responsive!

  • @oommenthms2728
    @oommenthms2728 5 днів тому

    2008 VW Jetta 1.9TDI DSG bought it @80k miles for $4500 still gives the typical diesel torque kick 👍🏻

  • @CharlieParker-dz6fv
    @CharlieParker-dz6fv 24 дні тому

    Used 1993 LS400 for $800 and drove it 2 years without issues.

  • @nikolaisteklov686
    @nikolaisteklov686 4 дні тому

    The funny thing is about high mileage cars is when people buy used premium class like audio a8, Benz s-class and expect low, very low mileage. Damn.... Those cars where made for traveling, not for going home>job>groceries>home for 24x7

  • @PhilipChavez-f1f
    @PhilipChavez-f1f Місяць тому +2

    Lexus gx470 $1200, 240,000 miles and and its as quiet as a new car

  • @hirookamura1784
    @hirookamura1784 17 днів тому

    I got a Ford Fiesta 2012 with 156k miles on it for 400$ this Thursday. Sure, the vehicle is not perfect; however, it just had some rust on the doors, the rear suspension needed some work, and the old passenger's rear window was taken down, but they gave me a new window for no additional cost.

  • @etvow
    @etvow 28 днів тому

    My father-in-law bought a 2003 Hyundai Grandeur when my wife and I got married back in 2003. He bought it for near $36k back then. He still has that Granger and now has near 300k kilometers (186K miles) on it. We visited him recently and he lent us the car to use for the entire visit and that car still drove smoothly with old school luxury feel.

  • @trancross7040
    @trancross7040 Місяць тому

    Back in 2015, I bought a 2002 Acura 3.5RL with only 139k miles on it. It wasn't my daily at first, but it eventually did become the daily commuter. I still have this Acura with now right at 250k miles. It's been a great vehicle with very little issues. I've only had to replace the radiator & alternator so far.

  • @trycotte3228
    @trycotte3228 14 днів тому

    i just bought a 2005 honda civic today for only $1000 it has 169k i just had the brake system replaced and it runs great i got to drive it today and loved it, I felt so alive lol, but it has a rust hole in the driver side door and the rocker pannel is rusted i am about to begin work on that rust soon but i love the way it handles and drives.
    Edit: The AC works great too

  • @bjthedjdutchdude1992
    @bjthedjdutchdude1992 Місяць тому

    In 2022 i bought a 2014 FIAT Panda with 160,000km. The engine is a 0.9 Twin Air. The car does have some cigarette burns and scratches in the interior from the previous owners. It now has 184,900 km. Still the original engine and manual transmission. I get it serviced every 10,000 km. And I'm glad i do. The last service had unbalanced tires and worn spark plugs. When it hits 200,000 kilometers, I want to get it detailed, fix the interior and bring it to a auto magazine company.

  • @AlexsTheCat
    @AlexsTheCat 2 дні тому

    i will say im happy with my 1999 Lada Samara 1500S (21099/Sedan)
    it had 94848km and for 4 months i did 96350km and to be honest as car mechanic and rookie old school driver i can take care of it soo much that it will run atleast 400.000km :D