I'm deciding between 2 cars to buy. A 2008 Volkswagen Rabbit (2D), 55k miles which is $6k & a 2011 Ford Fiesta, 71k miles which is $4,800

I'm deciding between 2 cars to buy. A 2008 Volkswagen Rabbit (2D), 55k miles which is $6k & a 2011 Ford Fiesta, 71k miles which is $4,800 - 1

Yes

You can't determine mechanical condition by miles alone.

These are not 2 of the best cars under $6000.

But the Fiesta is better than the VW generally.

A lot of people will buy a Honda or Toyota with many more miles for similar prices because they have better reputations. I bought a low mileage Mazda which I consider almost as good, certainly not materially worse.

But, low mileage is a premium. My car is worth $900 more than a car with average miles. Its worth $3200 more than a car with 120,000 miles.
(2012 Mazda3)

But with low miles, you have to determine if the miles are correct because while rolling back miles is illegal, it can be very profitable.

Buy both of them.

Get a Honda, Mazda or other similar class vehicle.

Research reviews extensively before you buy because you will be hearing from countless others who have experienced the vehicles in question.

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