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I just recently got a 2006 Scion tC, and it's amazing honestly, I've already started modifying it and it's so easy to work on, intake and exhaust is a dream on these. Btw if you're talking first gen, they're actually good for 161 hp, not 180.

Definitely agree about the acura tl. I love mine and even when I decide to get a newer car I will probably keep it for it's timeless look.

That 4runner is a life long partner!!! Definitely an ideal start

Acura TL, thanks for the mention, love it! I'm dailying the TL-S, amazing cars 👍

Thanks Brad, I always love these first car videos. I don't think I'll have much money soon, so thank you!

The 2nd gen Scion TC is the one you want. The one in this video is the first gen and the engine is the 2AZ-FE, one of Toyotas worst engines as far as reliability. They have had class action lawsuit for oil consumption issues. I'd recommend staying away form the 1st gen scion TC. The 2nd gen Scion tc 2011-2016 has a bullet proof drivetrain and is reliable as hell. Toyota fixed a lot of the issues and made one of the most reliable engines to date, the 2AR-FE. It is actually a great first car and can handle some autocross just fine in its stock form. This Ideal guy puts out a lot of content and doesn't know what he is talking about half the time. Unfortunately the KZfaq algorithms reward this kind of trash. If anything the TC is related to the Camry, not the corolla. It shares absolutely nothing with the corolla but has most of the same drive train as the Camry. The first gen actually got 160 hp 2.4L, not 180hp 2.5. Jeez, he messed up the first car so bad I can't watch the rest of the video. This guy likely does even know how to change his own oil yet he is parading around the internet as a "car guy". SMH

6:34, hey that’s me! Thanks for the shoutout! I did a video explaining why I believe New Edges are great for beginners too! Also do some drag racing to prove these ponies go hard still 😤

i would mention the A4 B5/B6 here too, 1.8t or 3.0 na for gasheads and for diesel fans 1.9 tdi and 2.5 tdi, they are very decent learner cars !

I live in Germany and usually for below 5.000€ we look for Mercedes Benz W204 C class with either 136hp diesel engines or 170hp diesel engines. Those pump miles on the car without noticing wear and tear. If you find one for that price in a good condition and below 190k miles its a stunner runner.

Just bought a 2008 Jetta GLI a few weeks ago for just under 6k. Learned to drive manual with it and so far so good!

i have a base model 3rd gen impreza, and i love the thing to death. Its not super fast, but in the corners, its a beast! Its my first car, and I couldnt be happier with it!

You all folks are lucky to have these under 5k. So much that you folks can buy them with your pocket savings. Here in India, a good 90s RWD manual car ( a MB w140 v8 ) would fetch us 20k. And a used FWD sports hot hatch ( such as abarth punto) would cost around like 15k. We only have the option of a czech RS badged FWD sedan named the skoda octavia VRS which makes 180 horses, has 5 valves per cylinder and costs around 5k. Except they are money pits.

Me when I saw the Title: Miata Is Always The Anwser.

I’m looking for a car right now, thanks for this video 👏🏾

I already got a 2008 BMW 535i for my first car and I love it

i realy hope u know u are like the only person that helps me come thru my day sometimes

I have a 2001 MUSTANG v6 with a 4.2L engine and out of all on my cars it is truly the best for younger drivers or someone new to tuning scene. It has just as much power as a GT but saves you money on insurance, I currently pay $5 a month to insure it. I also have a 2003 WRX and a 2013 Forester both subarus are great cars last few years it has Snowed a lot here in Washington and my fleet of Subaru's can't be stopped in the snow. While a lot of full size pickup truck struggle up the steep hills of Seattle. I can't praise Subaru enough we own 6 of them 2 GC8 and a 2006 Legacy GT round out our collection.

wow what an amazing list

I was just waiting for this. very very thank you ❤️❤️❤️

I been looking for a car for a minute now and a few cars that i find myself considering more and more are scion tc's, frs' and acura rsx's not sure which to go with

In our country an average person purchases his first car in his 40s 😆😆

Great list

i have a 2008 scion tc and i’m 17 it’s about time this car got some love it’s really underrated

The Acura TL need some more love it's actually a great car to modify outside and inside I've seen some clean builds of it and it's reliable and the interior isn't that bad it's actually pretty good

I own a 2007 Scion tC! Treating me right so far!

Love it

Crown victoria Police interceptors are perfect too. under 10k and super super reliable. parts are very cheap and accessible and they’re fun v8’s with lots of space

Hey ideal, I've been researching cars the last few weeks and today I almost bought a 2013 audi a4 with 90k miles and turbo or supercharger don't remember. Can anyone tell me if this should make it another 80k miles with regular maintaince? Also looking at a 2015 scion tc 9.0 hatch with race exhaust.

My friend has a TL and it makes over 300hp with a tune and a few mods, sound great too!!

Yeah the music intro came back yessir 🔥

I'll be getting either, an OG Saab 900, Saab 9000 with the 2.3 Turbo manual, OG 9-3 Aero, or 9-5 Aero. In Sweden, they are dirt cheap. Can get a running 9-5 one for about 300$+. And me who studies in vehicle and transport with a workshop where I can use tools at for free and it'll be a lot cheaper to own

Love hearing that good ol intro

Instead of the 4runner you could have said toyota Rav4 that since 2009 uses the same engine as in the 2nd gen scion Tc the 2AR-FE as well as came with the V6 2GR-FE option, both can still be found for under 5k, both super reliable and fun vehicles

I have a 02 v6 stang not a Ford fan but it’s something to drive

any honda or acura with a k series is a good choice

seriously where do you shop i would love too know

I'm aiming to get a 350z but I'm only saving about £300 or £400 a month so I hope I can save up before they start properly appreciating otherwise I'm gonna be chasing the price because every time I almost have enough money the price would have gone up a bit lol. I feel like that would be good for my first car as it's a popular car with a fan base so it can still turn a few heads when you drive past, it's less than £10k so not too expensive, and due to the appreciation if I look after it I might be able to sell it for a bit of profit in the future.

I would love to go with acura Rsx type s for my first car. Man that car is just so phenomenal 😍

Living in the Pacific Northwest I would go for the Toyota SR5. Ground clearance 4 Wheel Drive. Get some good mud and snow tires and your set.

I have a 2009 jetta can you maybe do more info or a video on it please!!!?

I would happily take that tl my dad had one and i was in love with it

Can you do more cars with AWD because where I live will have snow soon

I’m big on performance, so it’s got to be the Acura with the big motor! 😁

I have a 2002 grand prix gtp coupe it has alot of miles but I'm only like 4k into it and it runs like it's brand new. I love my car.

I guess our 5 bangers aren’t secret anymore rip

Out of the 8 the only ones I can buy are the E46, Impreza and jetta. Others are either too expensive or not available in my country

Did you forget about the Audi TT Mk1's? Just picked one up for $2500, 225 hp turbo 1.8L. Pretty fun to drive. Picked up a 2002 325i for $900 a few weeks ago as well. Can find some good deals on craigslist right now.

For my one of my first vehicles as a new driver, I would rather go for a 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 2.5 sedan or a 2013 Scion tC, because the Jetta's with the 2.0T engine have a lot of problems and the older, 2005 to 2010 tC's have problems with excessive oil consumption (2.4 L four-cylinder engine). I can also go for a 2005 Mazda 3 sedan with the 2 L engine and the four-speed automatic transmission or a 2006 Mitsubishi Galant with the 2.4 L four-cylinder engine and the four-speed automatic transmission, as well.

Hi can you do a video of cars that are cheap fast and automatic. Please

Just baught an sn95 and i gotta start fixing it already not even a full month but i still love it

You should check the suzuki XL_7 2007 its v6 253hp and cheap

Cobalt SS is a good one that people overlook.

I got me a 94 Acura Integra for my first car. I’m still fixing it up

where i live miatas are 20k+

5:03 Yey super, Samuel's miata 🔥🔥🔥 pozdrowienia z polski (greetings from Poland) love your content 🔥🙂

I got a 2004 new edge mustang mach 1 with 89k miles but wasn't under 5k. $7500 it costs me but its a freakin mach 1 that has 32 valves apposed to the normal gt with just 18. And the shaker hood is functional giving the engine more air.

E46 325xi as a college student. Very fun car, puts a smile on my face every time I drive it. Great car for learning how to do your own maintenance on too!!

I like all your videos

2007 Saturn Ion

That tl for sure. But I didn't see 300z. Its around same price but more fun ponies

The Scion or the Acura. Reliable, fuel efficient or semi fuel efficient, easier to learn to drive in without getting into trouble.

Is a 2011 Ford Fusion SE a good deal for 3.8k

the vw jetta is good as well as the 4runner but the mustang is high on insurance

Can you make a video on cars for adult new drivers

Until 3.5 years ago I used to have VW Jetta GLI as student and I loved have it , so my vote is VW Jetta of course

Just buy I Scion TC, Get installed some exhausts,New head and tail lights,A touchscreen inside the car (to make it's interior better) and a better music system and you aur good to go✌️

I like how you used goonzquads wrecked mustang in the beginning of the vid

where are you shoppinig to get that under 5k where ever i shop it is 10k or lots more

I want to get a crown Vic. What do you think??

How much do you think someone can find a manual Imprezza wagon for?

The Impreza hatch is actually my first car

I just got my 2008 e60 535i, it is perfect luxury with performance 300hp twin turbo with around 300 torque. #N54 #BMW !

Not a bad video. Lots of good vehicles on this list.

Can you do lower cuz i live in Serbia and I can't drive 180hp as first car

I have a 2002 4.6l mustang very fun

For a first car, i would suggest a mini one, cooper, or maybe if you’re lucky a cooper s( between 2001-2009. Every mini from that generations( and the new ones) are like nothing else on the curves. They are very fast for the money you get. They may be tight, but Minis are such fun. Make it stage 1 and it will be a pocket rocket.

In England we have insurance and it can cost a fortune for first time drivers with a large engine

Mazda RX8 for the rotary heads

I have a 2002 mustang gt for my first car, it’s great

Man I want a sn95 but I live in Canada and the gas prices will eat me alive so I have to get a 4 banger

Sadly my country import taxes is ×3 of it price 😭

I got the 4runner another 2001 car in the garage i have a 2001 toyota camry v6 se a toyota 4runner and a its nit 2001 but its a 2014 toyita tacoma next i really want a 2021 camry trd but hey tuff luck

recently bought a 3rd gen acura tl i wasnt expecting a lot with that car but man i was wrong that thing handle great and its fast and most importantly reliable. Got mine for a steal 1400$ and the car is amazing!

Can you guys make vid about the cheapest car with a 5 cylinder engine

I’m rubbing my hands thinking of the Sn95 Mustangs I’m going to woop with my Volvo S60..

Controversial opinion - The Kia Forte5 SX and Forte Koup SX can go this list. Sure they may 170-200 HP (depends on the year) but the weigh under 300lbs, and are probably one of the more reliable vehicles. Also the Optima SX, and SXL, which can go all the way to 270 HP.

I personally have a mitsubitchi eclipse. It modifies for race and it cost me 5500$ in canada

Dream car mustang gt on the way! I love American muscle 🇺🇸 💪

E46 is a safe bet and easy to work on tons of info and parts online just gotta get the m54 or m52 engine

Got an 01 cobra back in 2015 for 7k$ w/ 75k miles but traded it in for an 11 z06 in 2020 for 32k$ w/ 23k miles.. I do wish I could’ve kept both 😞 Both only came in manual

I was so excited when you mentioned the Tc, but then so annoyed when you said it's a 2 door corolla 😐 it's the spiritual succesor of the Celica, using the same chassis, a camry engine, sports tuned suspension, and extre.ely light! 1st gen had a supercharger option, 2nd gen fixed all the 1st gen's problems with burning oil, updated the look, and uses the same automatic transmission as in the Lotus Evora of the same years. YOU ALSO mixed video of the first and 2nd gen, as well as you said it's a 2.5L 6 speed, that's 2nd gen, 1st gen is 2.4L

Can you please do a video about cheap classic cars.

What about the Mitsubishi Eclipse rs 2.4l 4banger 😢😭

You left Opel astra it never breaks looks good and its fast.

2003 allroad 2.7t biturbo 250 hp add 500 bucks you could get near 400hp stage 2.

Lincoln Town Car or mk8

a saab 95 2.0 turbo wagon from hirch tune

What about v6 mustang

Lincoln mark vlll or a taurus sho