BEST FIRST CARS UNDER $3,000... But NOT For Long!

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[@lachlanmtb7540]

No

[@f.o.e.garage9336]

Been a sub

[@NeapoIitan]

Been a sub

[@1slipperybadger441]

just saying you can get a first gen forester gt for 5-7k aud pretty good project car and you get parts from the wrx sti

[@karond7758]

Hey why don’t I see crown Vic’s on any of these list

[@jamesthompson4875]

For ppl that want a list - Mustang SN95 GT - Nissan XTERRA - BMW E36 - Toyota Matrix - Dodge 1500 - Ford Freestyl - Volkswagen Baja beetle - Lexu GS300

[@christianvanas1563]

Bro u the best 👍👍👍😁

[@melvenparmanum2378]

Thanks g

[@sevinty3]

Honestly should’ve included the IS as well it’s lighter than the gs

[@sevinty3]

@@addanashraf debatable

[@ericworthington7299]

Thanks but u have a few misspelled words

[@paperisbored]

brat: everyone has owned a mustang people that aren't from the us: u kiddin me

[@scammer9348]

They are becoming a lot more popular lately tho

[@megs8654]

yep, here in (especially imddle) EU mustangs are rare and pretty expensive, even drived ones.

[@MrJarvisful]

@@megs8654 just saw 2 pass my house 😂 lol

[@megs8654]

@@MrJarvisful may i ask where u live ? because in EU it sounds unlikely to me, to saw 2 Mustangs at once.

[@MikeLikesBikes095]

I live in the us, and it’s quite popular. But not THAT popular 🤣

[@rhyzingaming4242]

The first car in the list is so cool chrisfix has one

[@treenoss5066]

It is very nice. And has 190 hp with lil tunes

[@unknown._justyn]

Oh yeah the driftstang

[@francisp1]

Chris fix is not cool. Nothing he does is cool

[@unknown._justyn]

@@francisp1 why you say that

[@4everknown]

@@francisp1 That's so ignorant. All he does is help people. Shut up.

[@GibbsBro]

I bought my girlfriend a car 2 years ago for $800 because that's literally all we had. It's a 2000 Celica with 202,000 miles on the clock and we've put between 20-25k on it in the 2 years. I recommend a Celica to everybody. SUPER RELIABLE!

[@elijahx7159]

@Bryan Hernandez fr

[@isaiahb3924]

I was wondering if y’all could do an updated best cars for 5k seeing how it’s constantly changing after your videos 😂

[@detru1972]

Every single time I watch these videos..I'm always overly excited and very impressed by multi different directions Brad and Squid always take to surprise their viewers.. Keep it up guys.Hoorah from Houston Texas.US Navy..

[@detru1972]

Damn...I want to own a beautiful gorgeous sexy Lexus some day when I grow up...Wait I'm 49... I guess now is as great time as ever.. LoL

[@AutoMotivate]

I think it might be worth saying that the one you listed is a V6. Yes, the V6 SN95 is powerful, reliable and underrated, but you did say GT. It is still possible to find a GT under 3k, at least in the south. Great job man! I enjoy watching your videos man.

[@dredgephantom4212]

I mean the sn95 4.6L SOHC engine stangs from like 98 to 04 can be found all over for like 3k, I've bought 3 just in my area

[@joebuns6601]

I think that it was this channel that convinced me to get a GS300 two years ago and have not been disappointed. Great cheap platform that I am turning into a weekend track day warrior. Thanks guys

[@KQElectric140]

Now I might want a Lexus when I’m older

[@deus289]

I have onë and I love it, I recommend it. When the variable valve timing kicks in, it’s such a blast and the way it sounds when you start her up is amazing. Th car is spacious and and fun to drive. Please get it :)

[@joshthomas2536]

Owned one for 6 years, wouldn't touch one with my dads dick. Even standard form it was gutless and unreliable, electronics fail like no tomorrow and being a luxury euro car parts are expensive. Only thing it's good for is the 2JZ to swap into something else. Sold mine 2 years back for $800

[@ChasingDifferentAdventures]

If and when I may get old I am still staying away from Luxury cars... I will for as long as it's available buying a manual transmission. Though, performance handling is top priority. Currently, I drive a 2016 Mustang and I wanted a white one with a Manual Transmission, though, they were basic fleet rental type without safety features. So I got the black performance pack with Magneride Suspension and it's awesome it doesn't lean on hard cornering, or dip under hard breaking. They said it would take 6 months to spec the car in November 2015. Prior to COVID-19, imagine now with no chips for control modules or infotainment centers. Thanks for sharing 🙋👍🏎🏁

[@westinalps1922]

gs300 is the vibes bro hreat fuckin cars

[@ravenemir5208]

i have a rc350 (thanks to god and hardwork) and i love it

[@fat973]

I love watching these type of videos even though I don't even have a car or a license yet lol

[@abdullahfaisal6424]

😂 same here

[@megs8654]

same xD. but yea, sparing money, even found myself new better payd work, and if im gonna keep sparing (wish me luck please, because im bad at keepin money) i will have money for license in just 3/4 months. lets just hope we all pass it on first attempt.

[@camostrike4395]

I’m 2 years away from getting my license

[@Bigdickgang976]

@@camostrike4395 well if you save for 2 years you good buy a car for under 10k and still not be broke

[@trinidad6941]

1 step at a time bro I’m 24 n just landed a job paying decently I’m tryna study on the side but can’t wait to save up for my 1st car & learn for my Ls cuz I don’t have one either 😂💯🙏🏽

[@zaytres-_-]

They’re kinda rare but I got a 2004 Volkswagen Jetta gli for $2000 and it’s lasted me a year with minimal issues. Has the weight of a Miata along with a cool sounding turbo especially if you get a air intake

[@RICKPLAYZGAMING]

Always making bangers at the right time Even tho I’m not buying a car lol just watch because I’m learning

[@iwillsubtoeveryonewhosubst5999]

Fax’s yo I made a list on what cars been in the videos the most snd the least and the most listed car is the one I’m getting 😂😂😂

[@rcheese3094]

@@iwillsubtoeveryonewhosubst5999 what car you getting?

[@iwillsubtoeveryonewhosubst5999]

@@rcheese3094 so far a 350z or a e90 bmw cus i dont want a Miata🤧

[@aidanspoon]

@@iwillsubtoeveryonewhosubst5999 i want a z so bad but the insurance is sooooo expensive

[@ItzLegendsOfficial]

What is my awesome subscriber doing here😂🔥

[@dizzy2900]

really liked the diversity

[@giovannisotgia192]

Can you do a video showing the fastest sports cars under 5k? Like 400 hp or more?

[@MUUD7]

U trippen with that 400hp

[@kolourblind3124]

Here I’ve taken the liberty of making one for you: End

[@YoungCarWiz]

buy an n54 bimmer and tune it. 1000hp

[@pandasalad6683]

Lmao that's not happening

[@X4VVRR]

@@YoungCarWiz no if you get the tune is does add a little but if you upgrade the manifolds and a couple other things for $500 it will only make 500 hp

[@MrFlamingstick]

Ayyyy! Excided to see the Matrix on the list! Have had my 05 manual for about 10 years now and it's been fantastically reliable and is just fun enough to wring out every once in a while.

[@ghoul5031]

Same here but mines a 09 I’ve put about 50k miles on it since I got it, it’s has 208,000 on it in total. The only thing I have done on it is replace the aux port and fix the rattling exhaust with a hose clamp.

[@cwbusrides]

The e36 is a nice alternative to the miata as a 2 door

[@dg_logann682]

Family owns both a 72 beetle and a 98 ram 1500. The beetle is easy to work on and fun to drive and the 1500 is parked in the yard with transmission issues.

[@davidcarmichael2038]

Can you do another best off-road SUVs for under 5k? I’m wanting to do a lot of camping during high school, but fast food doesn’t pay much. Have a good day everyone!

[@clementwang8423]

First gen crv

[@IdealMediaChannel]

Great vid idea!

[@fuzzpunks3639]

The Xterra in the vid looks pretty ideal.

[@marsaudioinctt]

Old Chevy Tracker ain't so bad either (basically a grand Vitara under the hood). Could get one with the V6 motor pretty cheap and parts would be available too Caz it's Chevy.

[@cwbusrides]

An old Land Rover Discovery

[@emiliosalazar1031]

Usually i didnt like this channel videos, i just saw them bc the title was interesting and then i was dissapointed, but not this time. actually a great selection of cars in my opinion

[@babayaga5672]

I recommend a 2001 Lexus IS300. It’s fast, smooth, and reliable

[@frankcastle4715]

Yes!

[@leoardon2031]

My favorite GS300 love the body style thank you for the info like you channel Alot

[@rayanhafeez1608]

Please do a list of budget vans for camper conversion as well. Love your videos

[@lidolf8168]

Chevy Astro Van, early model Chevy Express van, Ford Econoline with 4WD, if you can find one and afford it they are sorta gutless but have enough power to go on a lot of basic trails is a Toyota Previa Altrac which is AWD. I personally own a previa it’s got a lot of songs unfortunately because I’m a young idiot but it still runs great and has All terrains and soon maybe a 2 inch lift kit because they come from the factory with 5.9 inches of ground clearance and with a 2 inch lift kit you get 7.9 inches which will be almost good enough for a decent amount of off-roading don’t expect it to be a rock crawler or Moab advance trails or maybe it could haven’t taken one there personally and they also tow pretty decently as well. Gas mileage is mediocre as well but overall they are a kickass minivan that you can turn into a camper van pretty cheap and it could go on most camping trails too with the right mods.

[@calvinunroe2462]

Well my favorite car on the list, considering I daily a 1997 bmw 328is manual, I would say the e36 lol

[@avionterry4419]

my first car was a 325ci and i couldn’t even keep it for 2 months it’s coolant pieces blew i replaced them and then it wouldn’t stop overheating

[@MysticM4]

i bought a ls430 for $3.2k around 8 months ago, still hasnt let me down!

[@cazamerelong-bailey4102]

Loved the video. Got a 2002 solara with 300,000 miles. It still runs strong but definitely looking into getting a Lexus GS or LS

[@sonnyp1573]

You guys putting this video out just made a 20% increase on all these cars. Keep up the great work Ideal!

[@miketvPR]

Finally, a list without a Miata and Civic. I would also suggest adding a Sentra SE-R 😁

[@patrickkuprewicz4566]

Fs they nice asl

[@delvinhumes1268]

As soon as ideal cars post a car the prices go up🚀

[@davd2314]

Only complaint we had with the Freestyle was the $1800 it cost to have the struts replaced. The fronts you can do your self but the rears were a nightmare.

[@Htx_Wero]

You got finessed 1800 dollars

[@parthgoyal8642]

Good luck 🍀 finding an e36 under 3000. Even if you find one with very high mileage that's a tickin time bomb

[@curlyheadedcomposer500]

This definitely helped the car search, I’ve been struggling to find anything

[@chrisso0_0]

what did u buy

[@nando_fr]

Okay. This man is the GOAT on KZbin no doubt in my mind, his content is SUPER helpful, love you man!💗

[@ajelite9340]

I would recommend a 150 instead of a dodge ram

[@beepeefromabove1592]

No on the 1500's. Get a 2500 or 3500.

[@fuzzpunks3639]

The Rams and Chevys are actually in the price range though. F150s hold their value too well.

[@James_R_]

@@beepeefromabove1592 I have a 1500, avoid the 4l60e or make sure its rebuilt at least. I just rebuilt mine and did the upgrades to make it bulletproof. The 4.8s have a bit less power however they are more reliable.

[@ryansoltysiak2394]

@@beepeefromabove1592 good luck finding one under 8k in this market

[@SH0RTY625]

Anyone I know that owns a ford truck is constantly working on them though. They break to easily it seems. words from a ford owners mouth "damn man I'm constantly working on this thing" me and my dodge 2500 with 388k miles without any problems. 🤔

[@whiptheyacht]

im glad that the matrix made screen time but you should've explained the xrs version. that was my first car. a 6spd manual with 180hp, and it had the 2zz in it. basically toyota's vtec. hit lift at 6200rpm and redline at 8200. greatest grocery getter ever.

[@MrNishanth000]

Lexus maybe the best as said in this one!!!!!!gr8 Job guys enjoy doing

[@f.o.e.garage9336]

I've had my eye on a lexus gs300

[@marshalltucker1159]

Had a GS300 years ago and fucking loved it! Only reason why we got rid of it was it was a trade in for a new car

[@Andrice954]

Imagine saying a gs Is bland

[@Ah_ndrw]

Hey IDEAL CARS. will you be willing to do an episode on the LEXUS IS, ISF, RCF, ETC..?

[@SiNNeR90737]

I have a 2000 GS300 and I have rebuilt it from the ground up. All that is left is suspension and wheels and a lil interior work. But I love my GS. It's never let me down in the 9 years I have had it.

[@michaelb.42112]

I owned a silver/black 1999 Lexus GS400. 300 hp, and is still my favorite car I ever owned. I'm on my 4th Lexus, but none touched my like the GS400.

[@henryjones6316]

Another job well done!!! This guy is great, and I’ve loved so many episodes!!! 💯

[@tollefreyerson6710]

Great video and good advice. Spot on!

[@brunolopez6100]

Just picked up my 2000 Platinum series Gs400 for 6700, and i can say this is the smoothest car you will ever own and you will fall in love with it

[@kimberlycouch8987]

You guys should do an episode like this but also with average insurance rates too

[@josh661]

My grandpa has a 2000 mustang sn95 convertible. Bone stock, perfect condition. I almost got it but it got sold when he got sick. Very fun car though. 10/10

[@dennisblackjr5214]

I love the Lexus g300. Think that will be my next car!

[@fuzzpunks3639]

I'm thinking the same thing. I've never owned a car like that, and I think it's time I tried one out (although I may have to go for the GS400 instead.)

[@metalvillain121]

the lexus gs300 is awesome bro, they are insanely fun. The amount of cool ones i have seen make me love mine more. They are worth it guys!!

[@metalvillain121]

also they are easy to burn out in and break traction for some fun 😳😳

[@boomboombaby9140]

I’m currently driving my 2003 Lexus gs300 because my 2018 Dodge Charger is in the shop . It’s my back up car and I could always count on it to never brake down .

[@darkinertia2]

wow a channel that actually put effort into making a list?! thats worth a sub, usually these are just copy pasted from other videos

[@Ethan-ui1jx]

I own a 2006 dodge magnum rt AWD and I will say if u ever do another wagon video u should definitely include the magnum. The hemis are near indestructible and they are super reliable

[@ThatOneWagon]

I actually had a GS300 I bought as my first car last year haha, it was a 1 owner babied by some old guy, 106000 miles, and I paid 3300 for it. I still regret selling it to this day, but I sold it to put money into my sportcross.

[@a.m.ldesigns7096]

I seen a civic on Facebook marketplace and it only hand a body kit on it everything else was stock and the dude was asking 10,000 people are nuts

[@TheDominicius]

The Scotty Kilmer joke tho 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@pastperformance2285]

Found a 95 gmc 4x4 for 3100! The strategies helped, too.

[@fuzzpunks3639]

Beware, you might get addicted to Chevy Small Block syndrome, where you compare every engine in existence to the Chevy 350 and claim that nothing is as good.

[@corail53]

e36 - are suffering from the youtube/drift tax - there prices have skyrocketed.

[@arshdeepsingh8578]

My mom had a gs 300 and it’s an amazing car reliable and fast parts are cheap have 5/5 protection if you get in a crash.

[@willesco5211]

Jajajaj shout out to Scotty is so funny, well done ideal !!!!

[@Trussme96]

Mazda 3s and 6s are sleeper picks too if you can find one that isn't already ruined by rust.

[@rrockhard1]

Gs 300👍

[@muhammadzayedasharaf1895]

IDEAL NEVER DISAPPOINTS, SOOO GUD....................

[@blinddribbler5711]

FINALLY THE GS MADE THE LIST ALWAYS HAS BEEN SLEPT ON

[@fundergroundcz4386]

1:26 this is my most favourited Mustang for a long time and i still didn't changed it

[@SpoiledPrince]

I remember my first car It was a Hot-Wheels

[@wyattmanning404]

can we just talk about the gtr front end swap on that 350z 3:34

[@LOCOsnakeBITES]

"we found examples of all 8 in this price range" LITERAL FIRST VEHICLE *WE COULDNT FIND ONE FOR THIS PRICE POINT...*

[@kennypowerz1267]

The Lexus With the 2JZ would be my choice👍

[@itswillondrums]

What about the Ford Crown Vic, Mercury Marauder, Lincoln town car? 🤔

[@cwbusrides]

Good but you'll constantly be going to the gas station

[@ceestreet6554]

The BMW E46 is something I'm gonna hafta look into.

[@milo.5510]

I live in sweden and there it costs 13000$ used

[@sharptoothtrex4486]

The BMW E36 deserves a GM LS engine swap.

[@chadriddle3517]

Great awesome video love the price range also would choose the E 36

[@Jason4422Daddybear]

I had a 2006 Ford Freestyle. liked the way it was around town but every time I got on the highway and did 80 mph smoke would pour out from under the car. So now I have a 2005 Magnum RT. Much happier now lol.

[@frankcastle4715]

2004 Chevrolet tahoe.... oh lord.... you can really spin some wheels and burn rubber.. 5.3 liter vortec V8... mine still hits 130 with just a few minor modifications and i picked it up for 3k Rust free and new 22" chrome wheels and a full sound system..

[@aldorodriguez892]

BTW, Scotty DOES use jack stands.

[@volcharamobile2475]

Me seeing this video: "$3000 for first car? Where is average student can get this money?" Ideal: "Yes"

[@ThatMF_Doom]

The Ford Focus SVT is another great car with so much potential with today's technology

[@ninja_wolfofficial]

I had a custom painted xterra with an alpine sound system. Green paint with colorful tribals. Blacked out rims n stuff. Its impounded

[@LethalTunedHNP2846]

Brad: no civic no Miata Civic and Miata: Nani?

[@ambrose_8]

Absolutely loved my '03 Toyota Matrix xrs. Useful and good looks.

[@msk4318]

Always be bringing the best videos keep the good work up

[@jodaniels425]

Got a already modified 94 get 5.0 for 2100 just needed mas and temperature sensor was a blast after 150$ bucks more into it.

[@lolok7447]

In love with the e36

[@judahgamermedia]

I have a 92 Toyota celiac that I always wanted as a kids/teen and your right there is not cheap project car lol

[@joshthomas2536]

"My car only has two seats because I have no friends" Same as my ute but it doesn't stop us from having 8 in the car (2 in the front 6 in the back tub under a locked hard lid)😉😂

[@G4CEFITNESS]

Great video. I own a '03 Matrix XR with over 130k miles and it works great! Can you guys make a video on pick-up trucks? Also, from where are you guys finding these deals? I can't find them, lol.

[@justperson6305]

How about a 1998 jeep Cherokee?? It's what I'm getting for my 1st car...

[@jarobiclark8926]

There are unreliable I thought

[@cwbusrides]

@@jarobiclark8926 Not these older Jeeps just the newer ones

[@pandasalad6683]

Super unreliable...

[@justperson6305]

@@pandasalad6683 nah it's fine, plus even if its unreliable parts are cheap and it's easy to repair

[@jorgitoz28]

Scotty has both the celica and the matrix :P

[@thelilblackduck]

the Lexus is definitely on point - nice work!

[@rotaryhill4826]

5:29 hold my pop up headlights

[@ThePreludeProject]

i cant believe miata or civic didnt make the list.....=0

[@7Fields16]

The Toyota matrix. Already pick up one using the idea car strategy.

[@djplayz56789]

Speaking of the beetle, ever since i played need for speed payback ive always wanted one to put a lift kit on and just make it an offroad beast

[@iwantabethatguy1735]

I got a Lexus Sc400 for 3k and it has the 1uz-fe engine with 250k+ miles! Runs smoothly and strong for 25 year old car!!

[@lpenz57]

love your vids man they help me on deciding which car will be right for when I finally save up the money to make that decision.

[@jayforrey737]

Dude the Lexus gs300 is mad clean. some guy where I live has one and I’ve never seen them before his and I love it

[@jgm9927]

I like this kind of video. I buy & sell cars as A hobby. Many on this list I e owned and sold. Good list!

[@kimo9892]

E36 is my favorite car i was so excited to see it on the list 😁

[@dimondblazerreviews6434]

The 2004 gs300 is now one of my dream cars

[@lukei._]

I suggest the volvo 240, they last forever, there is a bunch of them, but because they are fr u can turn them onto drift missiles.