[00 SS]

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?

[Jeff97FST/A]

I just increased my commute from 12 miles to 45. Bought an '88 Accord 5spd, 130k miles. Gets 38mpg. That's a significant savings over driving the Trans Am as a daily driver!

Only costs me $200 more per year to insure the Honda after parking the Trans Am and reducing coverage on it to a minimum.

It ain't pretty, but it does the job and does it well. Saves wear and tear on the Autox car and money at the pump. I'd recommed finding an import 4cyl manual and run it until it stops.