I have a 2010 Toyota Corolla. She’s been my trusty steed for the last 14 years and is in good working order. I recognize she won’t last forever, and if, god forbid (mostly for her) I get in an accident, I will need to get a new car. So what dumb cars do you drive, and what would you replace them with?

  • Cwilliams@beehaw.org
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    7 months ago

    How dumb do you need it? Old used BMWs are supprisingly cheap right now, and BMW was pretty late to adopt “smart” car technology. They also have a reputation for not breaking. For these reasons, I am considering buying one for my first car (uni!), but it sounds like it could work for you, too.

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      7 months ago

      Where did you hear about a reputation for durability? I’m familiar with the phrase “if you can’t afford two BMWs you can’t afford one” because of how hard it is to maintain them

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        7 months ago

        I’ve had my 2011 335i for 8 years and it’s not really any worse than your average car

        People repeating this stuff keeps used bmw prices low though which is good