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Best Used Cars for Under $10,000
April 24, 2014
When it comes time to purchase a used car, you want to make sure you're getting the most bang for your hard-earned buck. After all, nobody wants to take home a car only to find it's full of issues and now costing you a lot more than you expected.
BankRate.com recently released their list of the 10 best used cars you can buy today for under $10,000. The list includes the likes of the Ford Taurus, Volkswagen Passat, Jeep Liberty, and Dodge Grand Caravan.
| Vehicle | Model Year | % of Model's Used Cars $10,000 or Less | Average Miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ford Taurus | 1986-2011 | 44.4% | 111,723 |
| Ford Expedition | 1997-2011 | 39.9% | 142,026 |
| Volkswagen Passat | 1991-2013 | 33.5% | 110,218 |
| Ford Explorer | 1991-2013 | 32.2% | 127,894 |
| Jeep Liberty | 2002-2012 | 29.8% | 110,906 |
| Dodge Grand Caravan | 1988-2012 | 28.9% | 114,355 |
| Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1993-2011 | 27.4% | 129,336 |
| Chrysler Town & Country | 1990-2013 | 25.9% | 112,796 |
| Hyundai Elantra | 1993-2012 | 24.9% | 94,562 |
| Ford Focus | 2000-2013 | 24.5% | 97,310 |
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Gregg Fidan is the founder of RealCarTips. After being ripped off on his first car purchase, he devoted several years to figuring out the best ways to avoid scams and negotiate
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