Quickie Used Car Review - Mazda 3 Hatchback (2004-2012)

2004-2012 Mazda 3 Hatchback

The Good: Hatchback body means flexibility, fun to drive

The Bad: Still inherits the tight rear seat

The Say: Even without the trunk, it retains the fun to drive persona.

Go For: 1.6
Avoid: Heavily modified units

Price Range: P230,000-P500,000
Our Rating: ***

Related Review: Used Car Review - Mazda 3 (2004-2012)
Latest vehicle profile: Mazda 3 Hatchback

See the different versions of this vehicle:
2004-2007
2007-2012

Quickie Used Car Review - Mazda 3 Sedan (2004-2012)

2004-2012 Mazda 3 Sedan

The Good: Drives like a sports car, and residual values are low

The Bad: The backseat is tight and there is no manual transmission available

The Say: Never have a dull moment behind the wheel.

Go For: 2.0 R
Avoid: Units that appear to be modified

Price Range: P230,000-P500,000
Our Rating: ****

Full Review: Used Car Review - Mazda 3 (2004-2012)
Latest vehicle profile: Mazda 3 Sedan

See the different versions of this vehicle:
2004-2007
2007-2012

Quickie Used Car Review - Hyundai Elantra (2011-2015)

2011-2015 Hyundai Elantra

The Good: High levels of comfort and quality

The Bad: Somewhat limited headroom

The Say: One of the great compacts in the market.

Go For: 1.6 GL
Avoid: 1.8 L

Price Range: P500,000-P750,000
Our Rating: ****

Full Review: Used Car Review - Hyundai Elantra (2011-2015)
Latest vehicle profile: Hyundai Elantra

See the different versions of this vehicle:
2011-2013
2014-2015

Quickie Used Car Review - Honda Civic (2012-2016)

2012-2016 Honda Civic

The Good: Comfortable to be in

The Bad: Not that much sporty anymore

The Say: You must see one personally to appreciate it more.

Go For: 1.8 S
Avoid:

Price Range: P550,000-P850,000
Our Rating: ***

Full Review: Used Car Review - Honda Civic (2012-2016)
Latest vehicle profile: Honda Civic

See the different versions of this vehicle:
2012-2014
2014-2016

Quickie Used Car Review - Mitsubishi Lancer (2003-2012)

2003-2012 Mitsubishi Lancer

The Good: Great value, with great room to boot

The Bad: Fuel economy a bit worse, dull looks

The Say: You can have the room for less but desirability is something lacking.

Go For: 1.6 GLS
Avoid: 1.8 MX

Price Range: P190,000-P400,000
Our Rating: ***

Full Review: None as of the moment
Latest vehicle profile: Mitsubishi Lancer EX

See the different versions of this vehicle:
2003-2004
2004-2008
2008-2012

Car Features - 10 Commonly Repossessed Vehicles August 2016

Sweldo is just days away and the buying mood for late but good repossessed cars is anytime. While the previous administration had a lot of cars sold, a lot of people aren't stopping buying cars even with a new president on board. While we observe that a thousand repo'ed cars are available in a month, there are some unique vehicles that were being towed and we'll let you look for these.

Do take note the list is accurate as of August 12, 2016. Sources include: PS Bank, Banco De Oro, RCBC Savings Bank, East West Bank, Unionbank, Maybank, BPI, and Security Bank.

See the top 10 of  the following months: October 2015, November 2015, January 2016, February 2016, March 2016, April 2016, May 2016, June 2016, and July 2016. Original 2014 article here.

Quickie Used Car Review - Honda Civic (2006-2012)

2006-2012 Honda Civic

The Good: Spacious and fun to drive

The Bad: Noisy on high speeds, hard seats

The Say: Definitely a winner in all aspects.

Go For: 1.8 S
Avoid: Modified units

Price Range: P300,000-P600,000
Our Rating: *****

Full Review: Used Car Review - Honda Civic (2006-2012)
Latest vehicle profile: Honda Civic

See the different versions of this vehicle:
2006-2009
2009-2012

Quickie Used Car Review - Toyota Corolla Altis (2008-2013)

2008-2013 Toyota Corolla Altis

The Good: Reliability, roomy

The Bad: Bland and boring

The Say: Your savings would be happy, but not your emotions.

Go For: 1.6 G
Avoid: 1.8 V

Price Range: P325,000-P650,000
Our Rating: ***

Full Review: Used Car Review - Toyota Corolla Altis (2008-2013)
Latest vehicle profile: Toyota Corolla Altis

See the different versions of this vehicle:
2008-2010
2010-2013

Quickie Used Car Review - Toyota Vios (2003-2007)

2003-2007 Toyota Vios

The Good: Practical and fuel friendly

The Bad: Stiff suspension when driven in twisty roads, hard to read gauges

The Say: With low prices, the Vios is a great proposition when you need a city cruiser that does not hurt the wallet.

Go For: 1.3 E/1.5 G
Avoid: 1.5 S

Price Range: P190,000-P300,000
Our Rating: ***

Full Review: Used Car Review - Toyota Vios (2003-2007)
Latest vehicle profile: Toyota Vios

See the different versions of this vehicle:
2003-2005
2006-2007

Quickie Used Car Review - Honda City (2003-2008)

2003-2008 Honda City

The Good: Standard rear folding seats, sips gas like a bird, parking is a cake

The Bad: Looks not for all

The Say: True to its name, it has a comfortable ride and a flexible interior.

Go For: 1.5 V
Avoid: Units with CVT problems

Price Range: P200,000-P300,000
Our Rating: ***

Full Review: Used Car Review - Honda City (2003-2008)
Latest vehicle profile: Honda City

See the different versions of this vehicle:
2003-2005
2006-2008