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It's been a while since I've considered buying a little car just to go from point A to point B but I find myself needing one. I have a few requirements.

1. It must be capable of at least 80 on the highway without being right at redline.

2. It must get at least 30 MPG on the highway.

3. It must have enough room for 4 people or 2 people and 2 big dogs.

4. It must be competent in bad weather and snow.

5. It must be cheap because I plan to pile miles on it and replace it in a couple years.

6. I'd preffer sometheing newer to keep maintenance costs down.

Any suggestions?

[00 SS]

The 3800 V6 cars wouldn't be bad, but I can't find one without huge miles or way over priced. The LT-1 caprice is interesting, but hard to find in servicable condition. I did find a Park Ave ultra and Lincoln LS for under 10K, but I was shooting for a bit lower price.

The little civics are actually pretty pricey around here for anything that looks like it might be in good shape.