BEST FIRST CARS UNDER $3,000... But NOT For Long!
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just saying you can get a first gen forester gt for 5-7k aud pretty good project car and you get parts from the wrx sti
Hey why don’t I see crown Vic’s on any of these list
For ppl that want a list - Mustang SN95 GT - Nissan XTERRA - BMW E36 - Toyota Matrix - Dodge 1500 - Ford Freestyl - Volkswagen Baja beetle - Lexu GS300
Bro u the best 👍👍👍😁
Thanks g
Honestly should’ve included the IS as well it’s lighter than the gs
@@addanashraf7567 debatable
Thanks but u have a few misspelled words
brat: everyone has owned a mustang people that aren't from the us: u kiddin me
They are becoming a lot more popular lately tho
yep, here in (especially imddle) EU mustangs are rare and pretty expensive, even drived ones.
@@megs8654 just saw 2 pass my house 😂 lol
@@MrJarvisful may i ask where u live ? because in EU it sounds unlikely to me, to saw 2 Mustangs at once.
I live in the us, and it’s quite popular. But not THAT popular 🤣
I was wondering if y’all could do an updated best cars for 5k seeing how it’s constantly changing after your videos 😂
The first car in the list is so cool chrisfix has one
It is very nice. And has 190 hp with lil tunes
Oh yeah the driftstang
Chris fix is not cool. Nothing he does is cool
@@francisp1 why you say that
@@francisp1 That's so ignorant. All he does is help people. Shut up.
I bought my girlfriend a car 2 years ago for $800 because that's literally all we had. It's a 2000 Celica with 202,000 miles on the clock and we've put between 20-25k on it in the 2 years. I recommend a Celica to everybody. SUPER RELIABLE!
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Every single time I watch these videos..I'm always overly excited and very impressed by multi different directions Brad and Squid always take to surprise their viewers.. Keep it up guys.Hoorah from Houston Texas.US Navy..
Damn...I want to own a beautiful gorgeous sexy Lexus some day when I grow up...Wait I'm 49... I guess now is as great time as ever.. LoL
I think that it was this channel that convinced me to get a GS300 two years ago and have not been disappointed. Great cheap platform that I am turning into a weekend track day warrior. Thanks guys
I think it might be worth saying that the one you listed is a V6. Yes, the V6 SN95 is powerful, reliable and underrated, but you did say GT. It is still possible to find a GT under 3k, at least in the south. Great job man! I enjoy watching your videos man.
I mean the sn95 4.6L SOHC engine stangs from like 98 to 04 can be found all over for like 3k, I've bought 3 just in my area
Now I might want a Lexus when I’m older
I have onë and I love it, I recommend it. When the variable valve timing kicks in, it’s such a blast and the way it sounds when you start her up is amazing. Th car is spacious and and fun to drive. Please get it :)
Owned one for 6 years, wouldn't touch one with my dads dick. Even standard form it was gutless and unreliable, electronics fail like no tomorrow and being a luxury euro car parts are expensive. Only thing it's good for is the 2JZ to swap into something else. Sold mine 2 years back for $800
If and when I may get old I am still staying away from Luxury cars... I will for as long as it's available buying a manual transmission. Though, performance handling is top priority. Currently, I drive a 2016 Mustang and I wanted a white one with a Manual Transmission, though, they were basic fleet rental type without safety features. So I got the black performance pack with Magneride Suspension and it's awesome it doesn't lean on hard cornering, or dip under hard breaking. They said it would take 6 months to spec the car in November 2015. Prior to COVID-19, imagine now with no chips for control modules or infotainment centers. Thanks for sharing 🙋👍🏎🏁
gs300 is the vibes bro hreat fuckin cars
i have a rc350 (thanks to god and hardwork) and i love it
The e36 is a nice alternative to the miata as a 2 door
Loved the video. Got a 2002 solara with 300,000 miles. It still runs strong but definitely looking into getting a Lexus GS or LS
Great video and good advice. Spot on!
Family owns both a 72 beetle and a 98 ram 1500. The beetle is easy to work on and fun to drive and the 1500 is parked in the yard with transmission issues.
Okay. This man is the GOAT on KZhead no doubt in my mind, his content is SUPER helpful, love you man!💗
Ayyyy! Excided to see the Matrix on the list! Have had my 05 manual for about 10 years now and it's been fantastically reliable and is just fun enough to wring out every once in a while.
Same here but mines a 09 I’ve put about 50k miles on it since I got it, it’s has 208,000 on it in total. The only thing I have done on it is replace the aux port and fix the rattling exhaust with a hose clamp.
They’re kinda rare but I got a 2004 Volkswagen Jetta gli for $2000 and it’s lasted me a year with minimal issues. Has the weight of a Miata along with a cool sounding turbo especially if you get a air intake
love your vids man they help me on deciding which car will be right for when I finally save up the money to make that decision.
Another job well done!!! This guy is great, and I’ve loved so many episodes!!! 💯
Please do a list of budget vans for camper conversion as well. Love your videos
Chevy Astro Van, early model Chevy Express van, Ford Econoline with 4WD, if you can find one and afford it they are sorta gutless but have enough power to go on a lot of basic trails is a Toyota Previa Altrac which is AWD. I personally own a previa it’s got a lot of songs unfortunately because I’m a young idiot but it still runs great and has All terrains and soon maybe a 2 inch lift kit because they come from the factory with 5.9 inches of ground clearance and with a 2 inch lift kit you get 7.9 inches which will be almost good enough for a decent amount of off-roading don’t expect it to be a rock crawler or Moab advance trails or maybe it could haven’t taken one there personally and they also tow pretty decently as well. Gas mileage is mediocre as well but overall they are a kickass minivan that you can turn into a camper van pretty cheap and it could go on most camping trails too with the right mods.
My favorite GS300 love the body style thank you for the info like you channel Alot
Can you do a video showing the fastest sports cars under 5k? Like 400 hp or more?
U trippen with that 400hp
Here I’ve taken the liberty of making one for you: End
buy an n54 bimmer and tune it. 1000hp
Lmao that's not happening
@@YoungCarWiz no if you get the tune is does add a little but if you upgrade the manifolds and a couple other things for $500 it will only make 500 hp
im glad that the matrix made screen time but you should've explained the xrs version. that was my first car. a 6spd manual with 180hp, and it had the 2zz in it. basically toyota's vtec. hit lift at 6200rpm and redline at 8200. greatest grocery getter ever.
I love watching these type of videos even though I don't even have a car or a license yet lol
😂 same here
same xD. but yea, sparing money, even found myself new better payd work, and if im gonna keep sparing (wish me luck please, because im bad at keepin money) i will have money for license in just 3/4 months. lets just hope we all pass it on first attempt.
I’m 2 years away from getting my license
@@camostrike4395 well if you save for 2 years you good buy a car for under 10k and still not be broke
1 step at a time bro I’m 24 n just landed a job paying decently I’m tryna study on the side but can’t wait to save up for my 1st car & learn for my Ls cuz I don’t have one either 😂💯🙏🏽
Well my favorite car on the list, considering I daily a 1997 bmw 328is manual, I would say the e36 lol
Love you guys videos im sure you know how to make it happen, Respect!!!
This definitely helped the car search, I’ve been struggling to find anything
what did u buy
Great awesome video love the price range also would choose the E 36
Always be bringing the best videos keep the good work up
Thank you so much needed this
Great video. I own a '03 Matrix XR with over 130k miles and it works great! Can you guys make a video on pick-up trucks? Also, from where are you guys finding these deals? I can't find them, lol.
This actually helped alot man thank u imma look for a 1500 or a gs300
NICE VID BRO KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK!
Always making bangers at the right time Even tho I’m not buying a car lol just watch because I’m learning
Fax’s yo I made a list on what cars been in the videos the most snd the least and the most listed car is the one I’m getting 😂😂😂
@@iwillsubtoeveryonewhosubst5999 what car you getting?
@@rcheese3094 so far a 350z or a e90 bmw cus i dont want a Miata🤧
@@iwillsubtoeveryonewhosubst5999 i want a z so bad but the insurance is sooooo expensive
What is my awesome subscriber doing here😂🔥
Usually i didnt like this channel videos, i just saw them bc the title was interesting and then i was dissapointed, but not this time. actually a great selection of cars in my opinion
Great vid as usual !
Thank you very much. You helped me with finding cheap cars.
I have a 2000 GS300 and I have rebuilt it from the ground up. All that is left is suspension and wheels and a lil interior work. But I love my GS. It's never let me down in the 9 years I have had it.
E36 is my favorite car i was so excited to see it on the list 😁
Can you do another best off-road SUVs for under 5k? I’m wanting to do a lot of camping during high school, but fast food doesn’t pay much. Have a good day everyone!
First gen crv
Great vid idea!
The Xterra in the vid looks pretty ideal.
Old Chevy Tracker ain't so bad either (basically a grand Vitara under the hood). Could get one with the V6 motor pretty cheap and parts would be available too Caz it's Chevy.
An old Land Rover Discovery
Only complaint we had with the Freestyle was the $1800 it cost to have the struts replaced. The fronts you can do your self but the rears were a nightmare.
You got finessed 1800 dollars
I had a 2006 Ford Freestyle. liked the way it was around town but every time I got on the highway and did 80 mph smoke would pour out from under the car. So now I have a 2005 Magnum RT. Much happier now lol.
As soon as ideal cars post a car the prices go up🚀
Finally, a list without a Miata and Civic. I would also suggest adding a Sentra SE-R 😁
Fs they nice asl
I like the mustang an the Lexus my boy keep the videos coming . Bless
Hey man great video but can u meak 1 for pickups
I own a 2006 dodge magnum rt AWD and I will say if u ever do another wagon video u should definitely include the magnum. The hemis are near indestructible and they are super reliable
Absolutely loved my '03 Toyota Matrix xrs. Useful and good looks.
Thank you for the post neighbor. Love your content.
I like this kind of video. I buy & sell cars as A hobby. Many on this list I e owned and sold. Good list!
Jajajaj shout out to Scotty is so funny, well done ideal !!!!
Got a already modified 94 get 5.0 for 2100 just needed mas and temperature sensor was a blast after 150$ bucks more into it.
i bought a ls430 for $3.2k around 8 months ago, still hasnt let me down!
I been watching your videos i recently bought a 2011 honda accord looks brand new for $7,500🔥
Hey IDEAL CARS. will you be willing to do an episode on the LEXUS IS, ISF, RCF, ETC..?
I had a custom painted xterra with an alpine sound system. Green paint with colorful tribals. Blacked out rims n stuff. Its impounded
In love with the e36
Speaking of the beetle, ever since i played need for speed payback ive always wanted one to put a lift kit on and just make it an offroad beast
really liked the diversity
Outstanding video!
Thanks for the video because I do live in California and I am looking for an affordable dependable car thank you really it's appreciated
the Lexus is definitely on point - nice work!
I love these types of videos
Just picked up my 2000 Platinum series Gs400 for 6700, and i can say this is the smoothest car you will ever own and you will fall in love with it
wow a channel that actually put effort into making a list?! thats worth a sub, usually these are just copy pasted from other videos
@Idealcars can you make a video of mazda xedos 6 manual and automatic and Ford probe manual automatic it would be so cool that you make the best video of those 2 underrated cars
I recommend a 2001 Lexus IS300. It’s fast, smooth, and reliable
Yes!
My mom had a gs 300 and it’s an amazing car reliable and fast parts are cheap have 5/5 protection if you get in a crash.
have you guys ever did a diesel sedan vids , im looking for a car that gets good mileage and the jetta tdi came to mind
Y’all missed the rear independent suspension on a v8 thunderbird that would also make a sick drifter
I found a clean manual E36 w under 100k miles under $3,5k. It got dark green paint, bbs wheels and M3 wing. It looks like the 2nd one in the vid
Mazda 3s and 6s are sleeper picks too if you can find one that isn't already ruined by rust.
I love the videos but i wonder what website you use to find those cars ???
5:33 Daaaamn! Didn't expected to find Sliphantom's meme video clip in here :D
Could I engine swap, and modernize my 91 Accord Sedan? Or should I just buy a newer Civic? I have about 20k saved up for now. (I have a full time job and I’m a full time student)
Gs 300👍
What do you think about the Honda Fit GE6 ? I know it’s no super car but give me ur feedback.
Working on on a project 05 Subaru Impreza RS any suggestions?
I would recommend a 150 instead of a dodge ram
No on the 1500's. Get a 2500 or 3500.
The Rams and Chevys are actually in the price range though. F150s hold their value too well.
@@beepeefromabove1592 I have a 1500, avoid the 4l60e or make sure its rebuilt at least. I just rebuilt mine and did the upgrades to make it bulletproof. The 4.8s have a bit less power however they are more reliable.
@@beepeefromabove1592 good luck finding one under 8k in this market
Anyone I know that owns a ford truck is constantly working on them though. They break to easily it seems. words from a ford owners mouth "damn man I'm constantly working on this thing" me and my dodge 2500 with 388k miles without any problems. 🤔
My grandpa has a 2000 mustang sn95 convertible. Bone stock, perfect condition. I almost got it but it got sold when he got sick. Very fun car though. 10/10
I needed this
I have a 92 Toyota celiac that I always wanted as a kids/teen and your right there is not cheap project car lol
Could you do a video on the best burnout cars? They have to be RWD but I don’t care about the engine size. Like ad the Pontiac G8/Chevy SS, BMW M3, Nissan 350Z/Infiniti G35.
The lexus GS300, I drove one for a couple of month and I liked it, it might be thinking to get one for my daily used
I've had my eye on a lexus gs300
You guys should do an episode like this but also with average insurance rates too
What about a 2001 nissan pathfinders are they good vehicles i have one i need to fix up
I’m currently driving my 2003 Lexus gs300 because my 2018 Dodge Charger is in the shop . It’s my back up car and I could always count on it to never brake down .
Dude the Lexus gs300 is mad clean. some guy where I live has one and I’ve never seen them before his and I love it
thank you for making these. i rly love the cheap cars series bc im constantly looking for a first car
I have always been looking for a 1989 Chevrolet Beretta GT 5 speed they did not make very very many of them and I had one when I was 18 years old and it's one of the fastest cars I've ever owned I could easily pull a 174 MPH out of 4th gear and switching to 5th gear was truly astronomical because the amount of pedal that was left was insane and if I were to Floor it at that moment it would still stick you to The Seat.
Is a 2006 Mercedes c280 good and what do I do to make it louder for cheap I’m 16
The Moment he said with a legendary engine i knew he was talking Abt the jz in the Lexus
my first car was a 325ci and i couldn’t even keep it for 2 months it’s coolant pieces blew i replaced them and then it wouldn’t stop overheating
"My car only has two seats because I have no friends" Same as my ute but it doesn't stop us from having 8 in the car (2 in the front 6 in the back tub under a locked hard lid)😉😂
The Toyota matrix. Already pick up one using the idea car strategy.
I owned a silver/black 1999 Lexus GS400. 300 hp, and is still my favorite car I ever owned. I'm on my 4th Lexus, but none touched my like the GS400.
i have a pontiac vibe and it sat in the bush for 7 years and one day i got in it and after 7 years put in a battery and it fired right up
2004 Chevrolet tahoe.... oh lord.... you can really spin some wheels and burn rubber.. 5.3 liter vortec V8... mine still hits 130 with just a few minor modifications and i picked it up for 3k Rust free and new 22" chrome wheels and a full sound system..
i really want a mustang as you showed but i’m afraid of insurance costs, does anyone know if these mustangs are affordable insurance wise?