25 Best First Cars For Less Than $3k! (For High School Car Guys)

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  • čas přidán 16. 05. 2024
  • Hey guys welcome back to the channel and in todays video we are going to be going over the best first cars for high schoolers for less than $3k! Keep in mind this vid is mainly for car guys and not for the average folk! Also even tho all these are under $3k, I highly recommend saving up until around $5k to buy your first car since that’ll be a better idea, I hope you enjoy and if you do, please be sure to like, comment, and subscribe for more!!
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  • @markroden
    @markroden  Před rokem +68

    Hey guys! This is my new channel where I go over strictly gta online content: youtube.com/@giggity280
    If you’re interested in gta online, please go check it out!!

    • @bruhrico69
      @bruhrico69 Před rokem +5

      hey I have a question, I’m 16 and gonna get a summer job and I seen a 1974 Porsche 911 and my dream car, on sale for like 3k, it’s a little bit of work and I don’t know if I should buy it, I’m trying to get into mechanics for college and think this would be good to learn from. If you don’t answer it’s fine

    • @sezuawn3861
      @sezuawn3861 Před rokem +2

      ​@@bruhrico69 buy it bro, definitely worth it, huge aftermarket snd eady to work on

    • @sezuawn3861
      @sezuawn3861 Před rokem +2

      ​@@bruhrico69 if you fix it up it will be worth like 30k-50k

    • @markroden
      @markroden  Před rokem +5

      @@bruhrico69 for only $3k it sounds a bit too good to be true. It might need more work than you’re ready for at that level and it might just cause unnecessary stress especially if you’re going into college.

    • @EclipseGSX98
      @EclipseGSX98 Před rokem +1

      @@markroden just to let you know the 2g eclipse did not have a GT trim it had the RS GS GS-T and GSX trim levels but I think you were thinking of the 3 rd and 4th gen eclipse because they had the GT trim

  • @Victor_XIII
    @Victor_XIII Před rokem +907

    1997-2001 Toyota Camry LE is CRIMINALLY UNDERRATED. My parents owned one and they said it was a really good choice to get as a first car. I was also pretty surprised at how much aftermarket support these cars got. Plus you can stand out in the car community cause there's bodykits for these cars I haven't seen anyone on the internet apply yet.

    • @markroden
      @markroden  Před rokem +90

      I always forget about the corollas and Camrys bro

    • @oklo0315
      @oklo0315 Před rokem +10

      how is its performance?
      what engine is unda the hood?

    • @Victor_XIII
      @Victor_XIII Před rokem +30

      @@oklo0315 stock 2.2L 4-cylinder engine delivering 133 HP, 23 city/30 highway.
      I heard you can put a V6 in the Camry.
      You can also put a 2JZ in it I heard but you gotta make the Camry RWD (to take pressure off the FWD drivetrain)
      Idk if you can K-Swap a Camry but I gotta do more research on Camry mods

    • @okexotics7576
      @okexotics7576 Před rokem +4

      I forget about the Camry and Corollas too.

    • @chase276
      @chase276 Před rokem +6

      the 92-96 V6 camrys or lexus ES300s with the 3vz-fe have pretty solid engines for power too. base 185hp and a DOHC engine with an iron block. Problem is after 300-350hp it has issues not spinning the tires.

  • @ritarossweisse_
    @ritarossweisse_ Před rokem +122

    Great list! I own a pass-me-down 2010 Toyota Corolla Altis since high school from my dad (since 2016) and still drive it to this day (I'm 24 now 😅) and already reaching 380k km (236k miles). No crazy issues for now. Only normal issue is the noisy fan belt.

  • @vbsbazooka4195
    @vbsbazooka4195 Před 9 měsíci +27

    I have a 7th gen accord and I cannot reccomend it enough!!! They're nice on the inside because they're not meant to be sporty but they also come with a K24 in it which is an amazing motor, not to mention that i think that they can look really good for not a lot of money which would be very important to a high schooler!

  • @kirashachiroku
    @kirashachiroku Před rokem +12

    Very happy to see the 7th Gen Celi in here. Looks so good even today.

  • @SirBeasty666
    @SirBeasty666 Před rokem +172

    The honda fit is a really fun car and has potential to make good power; however, it is no longer in the $3k range. They have been getting too much light which is raising the prices of them.

    • @CCCZMC
      @CCCZMC Před 9 měsíci +1

      Really? Here in the UK its known as a granny car so still super cheap and normally well looked after

    • @DarkReaper-or9el
      @DarkReaper-or9el Před 7 měsíci

      ​@@CCCZMCthey used to go for £500 now theyre 1k plus! Very high!

    • @Bryan_Jake
      @Bryan_Jake Před 4 měsíci

      Doesn't matter how loved it is. It's still a pocket cube. No-one is going to pay more than 2k for it

  • @HmmmmmBruh
    @HmmmmmBruh Před 3 měsíci +58

    Who is getting a Miata for 3,000!!!

    • @lifewithmicah4051
      @lifewithmicah4051 Před měsícem +9

      I mean they used to be cheap before they became a trend

    • @stephentrash8579
      @stephentrash8579 Před 27 dny +4

      Miata’s are cheap asf there extremely easy to find under 3k

    • @___albv___
      @___albv___ Před 24 dny

      man... In Italy, it's literally impossible to find one under €15k.

    • @dj_mingle_218
      @dj_mingle_218 Před 20 dny

      Already got 1😂

    • @clo3929
      @clo3929 Před 13 dny

      my buddy just got his

  • @user-lp3fc8me7h
    @user-lp3fc8me7h Před 11 měsíci +10

    Great info. Will use this in my search for a car. Also never seen a Caddie being used as an off road vehicle.

  • @knoxjackson3202
    @knoxjackson3202 Před rokem +27

    yo mark bbg you have single-handedly helped me shape a taste in cars and help me with choosing my future project cars, love ya (with a fire passionate desire btw)

  • @allanwilson1227
    @allanwilson1227 Před rokem +1

    watch your videos like once a week thanks for your content!

  • @ubaidyousaf5364
    @ubaidyousaf5364 Před rokem +6

    I know none of the prices will be the same in the UK but i still watch 😅
    Love the videos bro

  • @Lucabezas
    @Lucabezas Před rokem +1

    Perfect timing! thanks bro

  • @MomoDuality
    @MomoDuality Před 11 měsíci

    wow i love the way you talk! I hear the passion

  • @MarshawnEmpire
    @MarshawnEmpire Před 8 měsíci

    Thanks this is actually really helpful

  • @NateIsProbablyNotGreat
    @NateIsProbablyNotGreat Před rokem +38

    Impressed by this frequent uploading, keep up the work man I love the vids

  • @lovemikai
    @lovemikai Před 10 měsíci +10

    i got an 88 celica gt which has the economy engine instead of the one the rest of the celicas have which means its a reliable tank, its a little slow with a ten second 0-60, but i also got it for 400$ and its amazingly clean inside, no dash cracks and just amazing condition and o got it for 400$ RUNNING

  • @lukeschumacher1968
    @lukeschumacher1968 Před 10 měsíci +2

    Love the Videos! Super relaxing too, love the background music and how u do your videos

    • @TheCrimsonNomad
      @TheCrimsonNomad Před 10 měsíci

      Look up Skyrim soundtrack, that’s the music in the background of this video

  • @johnbehneman1546
    @johnbehneman1546 Před měsícem

    GREAT VIDEO MARK!!!!! I AGREE WITH YOU 100%. ALLL ARE GREAT CARS AND TRUCKS FOR HIGH SCHOOL. AND LIFE ON GENERAL. GREAT VIDEO AND THANKS FOR SHARING!!!!

  • @Baguette_Altics0
    @Baguette_Altics0 Před 10 měsíci

    honestly this list is great and I already know what car I want now

  • @eugenef0zzy
    @eugenef0zzy Před rokem +5

    keep it up mark you a legend for these vids... still goated from that Fozzy video

  • @philliprosecrants1368
    @philliprosecrants1368 Před 11 měsíci +3

    i have a 2013 chevy impala and absolutely love it. these cars don’t get enough attention, FWD, 300HP V6!!!

  • @Rapinterview
    @Rapinterview Před 10 měsíci

    Thank u so much for this video, I just got my first car today for my birthday it was the tl ❤

  • @lucricciardilol5912
    @lucricciardilol5912 Před rokem +25

    i have an 05 toyota echo for a first car and it’s honestly great it’s just a honda fit in a different body (1.5L I4 108hp with relatively similar weight) there isn’t much after market support tho which kinda sucks cuz it’s a little go cart and it handles really well.

    • @jordanprice9285
      @jordanprice9285 Před 5 měsíci +1

      2zz swap it bro. Or throw a 1zz in there and boost it

  • @jayy._1828
    @jayy._1828 Před rokem +6

    i love your vids there so helpful

  • @jaydentkk7555
    @jaydentkk7555 Před rokem +9

    First car is mk5 gti manual so much would definitely recommend only downside is the rust

  • @robert69750
    @robert69750 Před 8 měsíci

    Thanks buddy for the vid

  • @GrandMasterYoda_355
    @GrandMasterYoda_355 Před rokem +5

    J series accords and TLs are good first cars too. My j30a1 02 accord is a fun car to drive the downside is the trans that’s about it really. You can get a h series too. Plan on getting a cd5 h22. Honda are good cars. Toyotas are too. V6 Chrysler 300 with the 3.5 good cars too. Had a v6 Chrysler 300 as my first car lasted me 4 years. But there good cars though. But this is a good list fr.

  • @callmetimmy3004
    @callmetimmy3004 Před rokem +35

    6:10 the del sol actually came in 3 different trims
    S 100hp
    Si 125hp
    VTEC 160hp
    Only weighing 2,300ib
    The Si is more common than the S and are priced the same

  • @WARVIATION
    @WARVIATION Před rokem

    VW JETTA MK5 Is a dream to drive! handles great , I'd highly recommend that one to people who wanna have fun

  • @JB-mp9nb
    @JB-mp9nb Před 4 měsíci

    Great car guide appreciate the video

  • @smokej1781
    @smokej1781 Před 2 měsíci

    Bro Thank You!!!! ❤🙏🏼

  • @gamingracing
    @gamingracing Před 7 měsíci +3

    As my name obviously says I am very happy that the Celica was mentioned, only thing is the Celica is not very good on mods because of it's kinda underatedness so don't go out there and expect a non-expesive RWD transmission swap

  • @johnbehneman1546
    @johnbehneman1546 Před měsícem

    A MUST WATCH FOR THOSE ON A BUDGET.

  • @jaymar1615
    @jaymar1615 Před rokem +2

    My first car was 1998 aqura intergra as seen on the thubnail mine was red....loved it even though it wasnt the type R

  • @jclouw321
    @jclouw321 Před rokem +23

    So a few things about the 2G Eclipse:
    1) they never came in a “GT” trim. The 1st and 2nd gen DSM’s went by RS, GS (slightly nicer NA FWD), GS-T for FWD turbo, and GSX for AWD turbo.
    2)The 420A in the NA Eclipse is NOWHERE NEAR as good as the 4g63 in the turbo Eclipses. You’re comparing a Dodge Neon engine to the Lancer Evo engine, lol. We all know 4G63’s are capable of 1000hp+, while the 420A would be lucky to hit 250hp without blowing up. A great car still, but not in the same ballpark.
    3) I would absolutely NOT recommend a 2G DSM this far on for less than $3k. I can guarantee any you find now for that price will be clapped beyond redemption. I sold my 2G GS for $4k, and that was back in 2020. I would spend a minimum of $4.5k for a clean NA and no less than around $8-10k for a GS-T and $12k+ for a clean GSX these days, at least if you want to drive it more than work on it.

    • @StatesMapping
      @StatesMapping Před 10 měsíci

      Which one is the best to buy for reliability, fun, safety?

  • @TheBlackJac
    @TheBlackJac Před rokem +2

    Dont forget that volvo s60 t6...... that monster is very underrated in multiple acspecys

  • @conanmorris2641
    @conanmorris2641 Před rokem

    This aint to bad of a video, Notices Skyrim soundtrack in the background, THIS IS THE GOAT!!

  • @xpretzalzz
    @xpretzalzz Před rokem

    i keep watching these videos just to see the miata on the list😭😭 can’t wait to get mine fr

  • @dillypickle0485
    @dillypickle0485 Před 5 měsíci

    I have that Cruze. Thanks for showing love too it!

  • @talongloy
    @talongloy Před rokem +1

    I bought a Honda prelude as my first car and it’s perfect, way underrated

    • @Dark_Flame_Master
      @Dark_Flame_Master Před 9 měsíci +1

      That car looks great, I wish Honda continued it. :/

  • @thesiixth7770
    @thesiixth7770 Před 7 měsíci

    Love the zombies reference i still listen to those songs to this day

  • @ronanfoote1376
    @ronanfoote1376 Před rokem

    THANK YOU FINNALY

  • @ffqgghrgntj
    @ffqgghrgntj Před 9 měsíci

    Great video 🎉

  • @aidrean9872
    @aidrean9872 Před rokem +1

    First thanks for the vid really helps on the choice 👍

  • @MechanicsMinute
    @MechanicsMinute Před rokem

    Acura is king, I somehow ended up with a a-spec tlx 19 in high school.
    Y’all Honda is a W car

  • @YenCrew
    @YenCrew Před 2 měsíci

    I'd have to respectfully disagree with turbo charged engines being more reliable
    & Some of your picks are questionable lol but other than that. Great video, good humor. Keep up the good work & stay blessed 💯

  • @g8letwild293
    @g8letwild293 Před 7 měsíci

    Grand Prix GTP, Park avenue Ultra, ion Redline SRT4 and Colbat SS. GTP should definitely be on this list

  • @wavez4951
    @wavez4951 Před rokem +5

    Where did you find a Miata NA at 2100 dollars, I can’t find them under 8k 😭😭

  • @janko2188
    @janko2188 Před 11 měsíci

    one of the vidoes of all time

  • @alertsnail
    @alertsnail Před 11 měsíci +21

    Short people and Miata's are a match made in heaven 😄

  • @AceWarfield
    @AceWarfield Před 7 měsíci +1

    Love the Skyrim track playing in the background 😆

  • @camden-shragal
    @camden-shragal Před rokem

    "im always sober and my friends are the ones doing the crazy stuff" literally me and my friends except i drive a 2 door hatchback lmao. also as a DSM owner, good luck finding a half decent one for under 6k, even the non turbo models are selling for way too much and the price is only going up

  • @spork333
    @spork333 Před 3 měsíci

    I have a 2005 Chevy impala SS and it has been he best first car I could possibly ask for and it makes 240 hp and comes with a killer sound system

  • @willmannion3035
    @willmannion3035 Před 2 měsíci +1

    I'd recommend against the turbo Cruze. When it fails, it's an expensive fix.

  • @vayfn
    @vayfn Před 9 měsíci +1

    Everyone hates on the BMWs that i talk to but i’ve had a 2013 M5 that I got for 5grand for a couple years now and it’s never had a problem YET!

  • @gearheadmania
    @gearheadmania Před 10 měsíci

    First car was an 89 IROC-Z Camaro. Loved that car

  • @dellfire8826
    @dellfire8826 Před 11 měsíci +7

    Just got my first car as a 2001 Toyota Solara SLE Coup V6 3.0 with 200,000 for 760. Need a lot of work though all new struts, new break pads and some dings dents and bumps but feel in love with the idea of the $700 body kit and a spoiler when the time comes

    • @snagg7096
      @snagg7096 Před 16 dny

      How is it now

    • @dellfire8826
      @dellfire8826 Před 16 dny

      @@snagg7096 Its actually doing really well just has a tiny valve cover gasket leak common with age and just got a water pump kit for it. Most of the issues was the last owner did not know how to maintain her properly.

  • @nathanfletcher3347
    @nathanfletcher3347 Před rokem

    i was just coming to youtube to look at best 2nd cars for car guys and your video was 1st on my feed. but if its not too much of a hassle could you do best 2nd cars for teen/highschool car guys?

  • @7figurenate201
    @7figurenate201 Před rokem +1

    I recently got a 05 g35 sedan as my first car

  • @GremlinZ420
    @GremlinZ420 Před 11 měsíci

    1990s Jeep Wrangler is literally my dream car. Or one of them atleast.
    It’s like 10k, so kinda expensive, but a badass car.

  • @Tom_Tomm
    @Tom_Tomm Před 5 měsíci

    9:28 yes it is rural, urban is like a city 👍

  • @randomtsbcontentcreator
    @randomtsbcontentcreator Před 11 měsíci +2

    The bugatti chiron is 2500€ and goes really fast! I really recommend it

  • @cadenanderson9845
    @cadenanderson9845 Před rokem +7

    I have a 2015 Chevy Cruze rs with the 1.4t and I love it. ZZpreformance parts make it an amazing daily. Glad to see this thing on here lmao.

    • @markroden
      @markroden  Před rokem

      Happy to here it bro

    • @ifminecrafthadfloods3659
      @ifminecrafthadfloods3659 Před 8 dny

      unfortunately holden cruzes here in australia are shitboxes and are just daewoos with a different badge. U don't really see them around anymore cus most of them are at scrapyards

  • @patrickscheeks8769
    @patrickscheeks8769 Před rokem

    Hella entertaining commentary

  • @mattabon7962
    @mattabon7962 Před 11 měsíci +13

    Can you do best 25 best jobs to afford your first car?

    • @KidNamedKuddy
      @KidNamedKuddy Před 2 měsíci +1

      Honestly, have a good personality and be able to multitask, serving tables at a busy restaurant . Good for a 5pm-10pm shift, can walk home with 150-300 bucks a shift if you’re good

  • @thescrapmetal2810
    @thescrapmetal2810 Před 11 měsíci +1

    The 1.8 in the Audi is the same engine that is in the mk4 jetta/golf.

  • @vortexriver1071
    @vortexriver1071 Před rokem

    This channel is underrated i hada sub. U kinda remind me of Bladed Angel 😂

  • @ToidiSoup
    @ToidiSoup Před 8 měsíci

    What was the mileage on your integra when you bought it?

  • @rwottevanger
    @rwottevanger Před 11 měsíci +9

    Bro, miatas in europe are definitely not under 3k anymore, unless its a complete rustbox. If you want a decent one it'll cost up to 6k euros or more. Decent second gen ones are around 4k

    • @Dark_Flame_Master
      @Dark_Flame_Master Před 9 měsíci

      I feel like many of the cars in the video are actually more expensive in Europe (in my case germany) than in the vid, especially if you want it to be in decent condition. I really like the Mitsubishi Eclipse 2g even though I will probably never own one and all the ones that I saw online for less than 3000€ (3k$ actually equals around 2700€) were toasted/preowned by 8 people/etc. Most of them were in the 6000-10000€ range actually.

  • @JustAboredZombie
    @JustAboredZombie Před rokem

    My dad had a chev cruz he gave it to me as a gift for when i got accepted in med school so I love it😂❤

  • @LukeMilerIII
    @LukeMilerIII Před 10 měsíci

    HM - 2006 Pontiac G6 you can get the v6 version for like 3500 and they have some cool modifications

  • @Ufloresx
    @Ufloresx Před 10 měsíci

    me personal i 'm getting a 1995 Honda Civic Ex Sedan 4dr and i saved up for up but my dad is starting a project on my car and modifying it even though i didn't ask but im thankful:)

  • @kpdontfwu
    @kpdontfwu Před rokem +1

    what do you think about the jag xf v8 supercharged 4.2-5.0 ?

  • @xxNismo-
    @xxNismo- Před rokem +1

    The joys of living in the UK. We can barely get insurance on a corsa or fiesta 😭

  • @KK1R44
    @KK1R44 Před měsícem

    I got a questions 1. What’s wrong/ is it taboo with driving an awd car? 2. I want to buy a cheap manual car with awd because the dream car I want is manual and awd and a lil heavy so would it be good to buy a awd as a beginner or would it not matter

  • @TeamPandaTCG
    @TeamPandaTCG Před rokem +1

    Curious question, you guys have Alfa Romeo in the US? I dont think I have ever seen one lol

  • @drewanderson8061
    @drewanderson8061 Před 11 měsíci

    I got a 03 g35 sedan and I love my car I couldn’t recommend it more

  • @skaarz2175
    @skaarz2175 Před rokem

    Skyrim music in the background had me so distracted because it’s so nostalgic hahah

  • @articshreder3569
    @articshreder3569 Před 4 měsíci

    Great video

  • @user-vm7pc7lx3f
    @user-vm7pc7lx3f Před 11 měsíci

    Saw the terrible towel... INSTANTLY subscribed :D

  • @mazda-sAuce
    @mazda-sAuce Před 4 měsíci

    do you think an old subaru brz is a good option (it's in my budget)

  • @maitre_geek
    @maitre_geek Před 11 měsíci

    Heyo, the prices you Indicates are only for USA right ? Because far away in Europe it may be different, right ?

  • @Jake.MS3
    @Jake.MS3 Před rokem +2

    The first gen Mazda 3 are a good choice to for under 3k just got mine for 1k you should put Mazda 3 in your next video

  • @vincetheprince4360
    @vincetheprince4360 Před rokem

    Where would be a good site to buy the 1999 bmw I’ve been looking everywhere for a hood and cheap one but I haven’t had any luck

  • @ted_is_gaming
    @ted_is_gaming Před rokem +1

    I got a 2002 Ford explorer XLT 4.6L V8 handed down to me from my dad. It's not the best if I were to have spent money on it, but for free, it's fucking awesome. 240hp is still more than all my friends lol

  • @justinas5910
    @justinas5910 Před 11 měsíci +25

    JESUS LOVES US ALL!

  • @walterskywalker6361
    @walterskywalker6361 Před 10 měsíci

    Thank you bro I'm 14 years old and I just got a job to save up for a car when I get my license. I'm thinking about getting the BMW 328i E46.

  • @Cold10k
    @Cold10k Před 6 měsíci

    Bro got me cracking up 😂

  • @chilobinson7355
    @chilobinson7355 Před rokem

    What about the 2nd gen z38 camaro? I'm really thinking about getting one

  • @The_voices336
    @The_voices336 Před 8 měsíci

    quick question where can I find and buy the Toyota Celica GT 7th gen in South dakota

  • @yoitsjaycub1916
    @yoitsjaycub1916 Před 7 měsíci

    Love the Skyrim background music 😂😂😂

  • @dakotaleee.4238
    @dakotaleee.4238 Před 11 měsíci

    Where are you find miatas for under 3k? FB doesn't have any and I love them so I was curious where you saw some.

  • @Slo_Nano
    @Slo_Nano Před rokem

    I like how over the time of watching this channel I realized that same cars mark think is ugly but still nice which is the same thing I think about the exact same cars

  • @twobrosincorporated
    @twobrosincorporated Před rokem

    Could you make a vid on best cheap cars for tall guys like me?

  • @KTbmx
    @KTbmx Před 8 měsíci

    What website are you using?

  • @subscriptionsaccount
    @subscriptionsaccount Před rokem +1

    What about a 2002 acura cl? Ive seen a few of them for less than 3k

  • @konsty_2
    @konsty_2 Před 13 dny +1

    1998 corollas are fun to drive. Often neclected tho 😢

  • @yogabbagabba3332
    @yogabbagabba3332 Před 7 měsíci

    Infiniti i30 2001 extremely underrated 🤞🏽💯

  • @BADDUDE_CORNPOP
    @BADDUDE_CORNPOP Před 6 měsíci

    My first video ever from this guy don't know nothing about him but I see that Terrible Towel where is he from is he live in steeler country?? South west PA.??

  • @rost5821
    @rost5821 Před rokem

    does infinti and nissan actually have transmission problems? I want to get a g35 coupe but my dad said that they have transmission problems especially the ones over 90k miles...