Am looking to help my parents purchase a car that will likely be their last one. They’re 65 and 73, retired and need to finally give up their 2004 Toyota corolla which is practically crumbling on them in terms of the paint and interior. They’re not financially able to upgrade themselves so I would be buying it myself and trying to avoid spending more than 25k before taxes. Is that going to be unrealistic?
Any suggestions on which model might be the best for parents who will only be using the car for running small errands in town and don’t need a ton of space that could last them the next 15 or so years?
Maybe a Venza, they’re like a RAV4 but ride a little smoother
Did you the OPs budget of 25K. Where are these Venzas that are in that price range? Curious to know
I don’t know if it’s actually possible, but a gently used Lexus es seems like a great possibility. It’s a Toyota Camry with some nice options and great safety features.
I agree. 25k should be able to get them a pretty nice example
Another Toyota Corolla.
I’d probably try to find a gently used 4th gen RAV4 mostly for the ride height so it’s easier on their knees and hips to get in and out of the car.
2012 Camry, newer step up model, good longevity and pre a lot of the higher tech features in those cars.
Why are you recommending an already 12 year old car? They need the car for 15 years. Makes no sense
It’s a Toyota, it’ll last that long and more. Just replace the old radio with a new touch screen unit and it’ll be good as new.
es350 Lexus
fuel guzzler.
old people got cash. plus it’s a hybrid bruv.
I said ‘06 ls430. My dad got one in near mint condition for under 20k. That thing is amazing to drive
Rav4 Gas LE - used . Get it and forget . Will run for 200K guaranteed and maybe even hit 500k - who knows🤷🏻♂️
This is my plan. Just got a 2022 RAV4. I don’t want to have to get another car again.
You see that what my grandparents said when they bought their Camry in 2019. Then it got ran into twice and is now getting replaced because they don’t trust the repairs.
Camry/Corolla.
I am retiring, just got Highlander hybrid for this purpose
The OPs parents probably cannot afford that no. Did you read thier post?
Have them check with the insurance provider before purchasing new. a Used Honda or Toyota (not a tundra) probably the way to go.
Will make sure to do that!
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Get them a small suv or even a basic mini van. Getting in and out of cars gets harder with age. My parents wrecked their camry and replaced it with a Honda Odyssey. They (both upper 70s at the time) love it for the smooth ride and higher seats.
My parents said the same thing, and since they had 2 cars each. And now 77 and 79. These maybe the last ones however since they don’t drive that much but my fathers 08 Corolla had rust holes forming and started to have leaks and engine rattle so we got rid of it for a 2021 Jetta. The 2017 Rogue is still going strong at 52k miles, not driven a lot so it should last her. I bought the Rogue for her.
At that age, consider a higher car. It is hard for people their age to get in and out of a low car. The Jetta we shouldn’t have gotten and got an Escape, Rav4 or similar.
The Corolla hatchback is a life changer with the cargo capacity and comfort. Engines not slow either. Toyotas don’t burn oil like new Nissan or Mitsubishi’s. I love my Corolla hatchback, only thing better would be a rediculous Lexus.