My neighbor is selling their 2012 Hyundai Sonata with 50,000 miles for $5000 grand. I can't afford a newer used car and the car I have now has over 200,000 miles on it. Although it is the base model the car is in great condition but I have heard mixed reviews on the Sonatas from around this year. What should I do?
Get it checked out. There's a lot of talking heads in here that'll say only buy a Toyota or Honda. But obviously that might not be feasible. There's no way you're gonna find a Toyota for that price. But if you get the Hyundai checked by a mechanic (especially the engine) it can actually be a good buy
You should avoid Kia/Hyundai like the plague. You will be sorry you ever considered one.
Hyundai's quality (never exactly top tier to being with) took a real nosedive around that time. Serious engine problems are all too common. I would look elsewhere.
https://www.carcomplaints.com/Hyundai/Sonata/2012/
You said your current vehicle has over 200K miles but did not say anything about make, model, or condition. Why are you looking to replace it?
The car I have now is a 2004 BMW 3 series which is just problem after problem, I was able to take care of the problems until my work hours got cut down now I am trying to get rid of it.
Problem is that buying that Sonata might well be jumping out of the frying pan into the fire.
Don't waste ur time buying a Sonata. Look at an Accord, Camry, or Lexus ES, much better cars.
