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Hey All,

Due to a change in work I might need a reliable car to perform my job.

Don't really want to use my primary car a 2005 V6 Camry for it due to high fuel consumption and the fact that I've only got 20,500kms on it at the moment. I do get reimbursed for travel but they do it at a rate regardless of engine capacity :blink:

I'm thinking of spending around $10K - $15K (absolute max) on a 2nd hand car and just use that for work and the Camry on weekends / after hours etc.

What can I expect for that price range? I'm thinking about going to a dealer, I know they're move expensive but the warranty and added peace of mind that it'll be legit (not stolen etc) is good for me. I've never purchased a 2nd hand car in my life (1st car was a hand me down family car, second was the Camry) so what should I be aware of? I plan to get RACV to inspect it too, is that worth the cost?

Had a look on carsales.com.au, is that a good place to start? Is physically visiting the dealers worth it?

Thanks in advance for any assistance!

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You can get a 2002-2004 ZZE122 Corolla Ascent/Conquest for 10-15 grand with 100,000kms or less on the clock. If they are privately owned by a middle age sort of couple then you should get a neat little car with better fuel economy than the V6. Sure, check out the dealers, but their warranties usually have clauses in them like "does not cover friction materials or liquids", now when you think about friction materials that means brakes, clutch etc. Pretty much you have no chance of claiming warranty unless the engine implodes - but it's a Corolla.

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Thanks Tayles for the tips. I guess the main reason I'm debating with myself if I should go with a dealer is from all the articles I've read about needing to check owner history etc etc when purchasing privately. Since it's not something I've done before I'm just a little scared to go down that path. Might ask a few friends who's purchased privately before for some tips and just tag along with me!


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