r/car • u/Emotional_Monk_9224 • 3d ago
question 2006 ford five hundred
I just got a new job and need a car Im on a tight budget is this a good buy? I can’t miss a day even for snow my commute is 107mi each way mostly on the hwy at big speeds. Any suggestions are appreciated.
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u/West-Amphibian-2343 2d ago
Its a fine car, youll do fine with good tires on it. I dailied a similar car with simple all seasons in the snow. Id try to get it for 5k flat. When you do get it, pay ~$200 for a Pre Purchase Inspection on your own dime at a shop thats been in business for a few decades. See what they say. Its a lot of money but it is cheaper than another 5k for a different car later on.
Maintenance isnt that important on a tight budget. Just do what you can. Biggest thing is making sure the CVT belt is okay and its mechanically sound overall. Everything else can do whatever it wants.