Franky, I have no interest in a $2k vehicle as it's difficult to know what you're buying, and it's going to be a money pit if you're not able to do your own maintenance. I prefer to buy cheap sedans new and drive them into the dirt. That way you know they've been maintained properly and you know you're not buying a lemon. Plus your time has value, and always being stuck on the side of the road with a broken down car isn't fun.