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Home » Best Used Car Buys: 2005-2010 models

Best Used Car Buys: 2005-2010 models

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how to save money on travelCan’t afford a new car?

Check out the best used car buys, for model years 2005-2010, according to the experts at Edmunds.com.

Recommendations are based on a combination of federal crash testing ratings, cost of ownership and reliability.

Best used car buy: 2009 Pontiac Vibe

Compact Sedan: Hyundai Elantra

Midsize Sedan:  Nissan Altima

Large Sedan:  Hyundai Azera

Coupe:  BMW 3 Series

Convertible:  Mazda Miata

Wagon: Pontiac Vibe

Compact SUV/Crossover:  Honda CR-V

Midsize SUV/Crossover:  Ford Explorer

Large SUV/Crossover:  Chevrolet Tahoe

Minivan/Van: Honda Odyssey

Compact Truck:  Toyota Tacoma

Large Truck:  Ford F-150

Luxury: Infiniti G35/G37

Hybrid:  Toyota Prius

Sport Compact:  Subaru Impreza WRX

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Best used car buy: 2010 BMW 3 SeriesBe sure to get a vehicle history report, which includes repairs, whether the vehicle was part of a rental or corporate fleet, and more, from a service like CarFax.

Many dealers provide this; if not, ask.  If you are buying privately, directly from an owner, have an independent mechanic check it out before you sign on the dotted line.

I also recommend certified pre-owned vehicles of any model year.

These normally come with a new car warranty.

They cost more than ‘regular’ used cars, but that’s because of the extra TLC.

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Filed Under: Budget Cars, Family Cars Tagged With: CarFax reports, Chevy Tahoe, Ford Explorer, Ford F-150, Honda CR-V, Honda Odyssey, Hyundai Azera, Hyundai Elantra, Infiniti G35, Mazda Miata, Nissan Altima, Pontiac Vibe, Subaru Impreza WRX, Toyota Prius, Toyota Tacoma

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