Good buys for six thousand

Q. We are looking to move from the city to a suburb and will have to buy a family automobile. We would like to buy with cash, and have up to $6,000 to spend. My only previous experience owning a Honda treaty that I acquired with 110,000 miles which was always extraordinarily untrustworthy. This time I would favor a newer car and not pay for a brand’s reputation. Any ideas for an unglamorous, reliable grocery-getter?

A. Consider the fact that as SUVs have lost their appeal, you may find some excellent deals on a 5 to seven year-old SUV like a Chevrolet Blazer. For something smaller and a bit more fuel efficient, you might want to take a look at the Ford Focus station lorry, Mazda Protégé 5, or perhaps a PT Cruiser. These cars offer a wonderful amount of interior room which is handy when living in the burbs. Before buying any vehicle, have it checked by a credible fix shop.

Q. What will occur if GM goes bankrupt? I have a car to trade that is not paid for – the dealer says they will pay it off – but would GM’s bankruptcy affect that?

Regarding the guaranty, the central government has stated that they’re going to stand behind any guaranty issues concerning both General Motors and Chrysler automobiles. In addition, General Motors is following Hyundai’s lead and will assume your auto payments if you lose your job. As a side note, to my viewpoint General Motors vehicles sold today are a selection of the finest they have ever built.

Q. I have been a Ford owner for a long time and had nothing except good luck with their automobiles. I now own a ‘95 Explorer, but the old girl is just about rusting out… When I acquired the XLT, I was told it only needed a transfer case. Also, when in four-wheel drive it feels like the drive-train is binding up. Do you have any solutions to these problems?

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