The 17 Best First Fun Cars To OWN

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[@MikeRoeSoft]

nah man im fine with my crapbox cchevy malibu 04 thanks covid 19!

[@nygc23xa]

05-10 mustang gt?

[@nygc23xa]

i found a 2008 for 8.5 the other day so not expensive and you get that beautiful v8 noise and 300 horsepower so not too crazy on power which parents like, plus crazy after market support and forums if u wanna work on it, plus rwd

[@danielthomas4533]

I can never fin the site thay use to find these cars lol someone help whats the site

[@fidelvillarreal6356]

IM TRYING TO CONVINCE MY FAMILY THAT A PORSCHE CAYMAN WOULD BE A GREAT OPTION AND ITS A GOOD CAR THAT LOOKS SUPER COOL. IM TRYING TO GET A 2014 OR A 2009. DO U THINKS ITS A GOOD OPTION?

[@josecabral8806]

Funny cause some cars mentioned here are also mentioned in the “….cars you should never buy…” and “…..cars to avoid at all costs…” pretty contradicting don’t you think?

[@ffmmain8673]

The videos are meant to Generate money

[@AAtheDUDe]

Yes indeed

[@goucey]

That doesn't reject the fact that they are fun

[@lobster5256]

Probably another person made the videos

[@AAtheDUDe]

@@lobster5256 the videos are made by ideal, so it’s there own video

[@ZeekTheGunGeek]

One car that should’ve been on the list is Volvo C30. 5 cylinder turbo, manual, good looking hatch and can be bought anywhere from $4000 to $7000 in a very good condition

[@jackets64]

This one right here.

[@midnitespecialist4872]

c30 T5 is an absolute blast. love love love that car

[@hustensaftvernichter3785]

I agree. Plus you're not driving an every-man's car and definitely see it stand out at the parking lot. Also, there are a few amazing colors to choose from, like safari green or orinoco blue metallic. I personally picked a 2006 C30 in Orinoco Blue and I think it's an amazing starter. Had to have the clutch replaced after it had passed the 160.000 mile mark, though. I would call that decent reliability. Although I find myself under-motorized at times (especially on steep inclines) and often have to shift down in order to keep the torque on point in my 1.6 petrol version (100hp), I would be very hesitant to recommend the T5 to a starter, though. Are we talking second or third car? Maybe. But definitely not as a first car, as we are talking about 230 hp here in a compact wagon. I think that's too much as a first, and that applies to many of the examples in this video as well. If I had to recommend a version of the C30 to a starter, I would probably go for the 2.0 petrol engine. It's an alright gas mileage, great engine with enough torque for any daily situation and still plenty of punch for it to be both a daily driver and a fun ride, especially if you let the revs go up on twisty roads. I guess 140 hp is definitely more than enough for a starter and offers enough power reserves for the years to come in a compact and light hatchback like the c30. Oh, I almost forgot: The C30 has some amazingly comfortable seats, as well! The only downside there, however, would be the 5-speed gearbox, which definitely could use a 6th gear for longer commutes.

[@yaboitheconfused4621]

What about the second gen v70 with a 2.5t i5

[@ZeekTheGunGeek]

@@yaboitheconfused4621 might be a nice sleeper but I never owned one so I can’t speak on it. C30 is the only Volvo I owned

[@RuseGuise]

With inflation I don't know when I'll get my first car like the ones in this list. From this list I would choose the Nissan 350, Toyota, or the Honda 8th generation

[@yangandra5225]

I live in Brazil, it's so hard to get the first car in this country. Cars here are so expensive and gas is worse. How I wanted live in USA hahaha

[@ethanfox453]

I cant even find a 350z in my area for under 11k😢

[@ShortSight32]

350 is a terrible first car. Get one later on. Youll need experience for those oil burners. Trust me.

[@XIIZ]

Almost all cars here are at least 3x the price in my country and even worse 350 average price is 50k

[@api4779]

Yea I'm still trying to get a z 🙃

[@gaming4christ_1]

I have an NC Miata with the 5 speed as my first car, and it's been so much fun. No complaints, easy to learn stick on. I would recommend the NC generation over any other because it has the 2 liter, and it's generally considered to be the most practical out of any generation, so you can convince your mom.

[@dereku4664]

Couldnt agree more. Grabbed a 6 speed NC1 with low miles as my daily for the summer and haven’t enjoyed driving more. It could easily be driven year round especially if you purchase one with a hard top.

[@gaming4christ_1]

@@dereku4664 Mine's high mileage with a soft top, but it was replaced about a year ago, so it's just fine.

[@envy2876]

Can’t find one in my area under 7k

[@gaming4christ_1]

@@envy2876 If you're looking for one at 7k, you're looking at higher mileage NC1's, which are a bit higher to come by. Mine was listed at 7500, got it for 7000, and it had a few cosmetic imperfections, and 148k miles.

[@envy2876]

@@gaming4christ_1 my bad I was thinking of the NB

[@jacobasuncion3132]

I’ll definitely say the Acura RSX and Honda Prelude

[@alexgourdine6214]

Rsx is definitely good choice for first car and most parts are cheap and easy to fix up

[@defectedheart2680]

One of my homies has a prelude, we get into a lot of trouble with it. 🤣

[@zhila5958]

i’m so desperate to get my hands on a DC5 RSX. may as well import one

[@Chentay502]

@@defectedheart2680 is it automatic cause usually they have problems and not the manuals

[@shadowsaiyan]

RSX is definitely a strong choice. They love boost & AWD conversions are a thing. CRAZY.

[@levitrevisan2834]

I would definitely get the mini! It sounds amazing and handles insanely well. And the 2005 and 2006 models are quite reliable too.

[@nit0134]

"Just go DRIVE a Mini". I ask everyone who is looking for a fun car to take this advice. I never even considered buying a Mini, never crossed my mind, until I drove a friend's 06 Mini Cooper S. I bought one a month later. Seriously the most fun car to drive out there. I've driven Focus ST's, WRXs, Audis, and a bunch others because of friends that own them. I can easily say, Mini, while not the fastest of the bunch, are the most fun to drive.

[@barrettnichols4987]

100% agreed, I have a 2012 cooper base and even though it’s not the S its still super fun to drive on twisty roads, handles well and sounds great for a 4 cyl. The car is only at 56k miles and I’m going to keep it until it dies

[@jayadams3285]

As a 8th gen civic si coupe owner I highly recommend it 👌 especially for those who might be a little negligent on maintenance sometimes due to financial restraint😉 😂

[@carloscuba2005]

How’s insurance

[@jayadams3285]

@CarlosCuba2005 I'm paying 190 a month and that's on the higher end

[@sixdegreesofgaming4719]

My first car is a 4th gen Mitsubishi Eclipse! 2007 silver😊

[@Andrice954]

Lexus' IS300 is probably one of the best first cars any teen or young enthusiast could get. Amazing platform, and well priced. Just take care of the cats and o2 sensors and keep up with regular maintenance. 👌🏾 Preme.

[@vargasaidan7366]

could you elaborate on how to take care of the cats?

[@bundy-8745]

@@vargasaidan7366 feed them

[@Andrice954]

@bundy indeed my good man indeed 🤣

[@MisterBiter]

I got the IS250, very pleased. Only trouble is that I got the bad batch one - timign chain needs replacements.

[@MonicaHolly143]

I wouldn't recommend a miata as a 1st car when u already move out, i always borrow my mom's highlander when i buy or moved big stuff It's probably the most reliable, fuel efficient and most fun to drive in this list but it's definitely a car u should own if u already have a 4 seater car

[@jdmjimmy]

I'd say a civic or camry. You can tune them and have fun with them.

[@need4speed5353]

I bought a 2007 Mini cooper r56 base as my first car 6 months ago when I was 16. I bought it for only $5k. It's such an amazing and fun car and the high repair cost is well worth it.

[@stahr26]

Could you make a video for first cars cheap to insure and are easier to maintain while still looking cool

[@donaldwilson2620]

The best part about the Fiesta ST is that it was manual only which means that it wasn't equipped with the problematic DCT transmission that plagued the other Fiestas.

[@sammakovey8818]

Love how he starts off saying u want good mpg and then proceeds to list a v6 and a v8

[@nmlearnerforever]

If I had to take one home from this list it would be the subaru 2.5. It has the same boxy design as first gen wrx which i adore a lot

[@jamesjordan711]

I'd prefer the C4 as my second car because of its digital dashboard and it's sleek design, its pretty well fast enough and it's also fun to drive and since I'm a Corvette fan.

[@jamesjordan711]

I've got it!

[@jdmjimmy]

Civic EX and 2004 Camrys should be on this list. You can tune them and still have a reliable fun car.

[@Swat_Dennis]

The MR-2 is rising in price, but it's still underrated

[@otterlyamazing2605]

My dad wants me to have a 2.0 and I want to carry my bike around and it to be reliable so what do you think of? Oh and 40+ mpg.

[@6dspanda618]

I just got my 22 wrx premium drives amazing would be amazing on this list. It’s definitely worth the money!

[@StealthyStrides]

Still in the market for an frs. One of the coolest first cars out there.

[@ritarossweisse_]

Meanwhile the 2013 86 in my country costs MYR118k ($26k) to MYR130k ($30k) 🥲 maybe I'll go for the 350Z or the NC Miata instead

[@E_ina_G]

Look into g35s if you fw the zs

[@diogogoncalves5890]

Same, but the 350z also goes for 30-45k. sad

[@E_ina_G]

@@diogogoncalves5890 bro what are you talking about you can get a z from 10-25k all day long

[@diogogoncalves5890]

@@E_ina_G Not in my country :( Its expensive because there are very few on sale. Only found 4, the cheapest being 30k dollars

[@E_ina_G]

@@diogogoncalves5890 do they have Infiniti g35s or Nissan skyline 350gts

[@vinnycent007]

I have owned/lived with some of these Japanese cars on the list when I was younger. With my current lifestyle, the FR-S/BRZ/GT86 was the choice since I have a now kiddo and can put him in the back. Alas, the wife still misses her NC Miata, Mia, as she needed something more practical for work. Well that might change in a year or two haha.

[@jayadams3285]

8th gen si sedan 🤷‍♂️

[@koolas_9429]

When I was looking at first car options, my dad was hesitant to let me get a Suzuki swift sport because it had "so much power" (125hp)

[@pmb6287]

My first will be a truck cuz it fits my life style

[@apurplemini]

As I drive a r53 supercharged Mini Cooper s for my first car, can say it is so much fun to drive, and sounds like a baby hellcat. Me and my buddy always go backroad driving, and i can happily keep up with his 2017 WRX when the going gets twisty. The thing handles like a go kart (I know cuz I worked at a go kart track for a year, they handle very similar) Better still, throw about $1000 into the engine and it will even keep up with a wrx in a straight line. They so lightweight it Doesn’t take much to make them fast. My car is the car everyone in my friend group loves, and it has so much character and has been relatively reliable even tho I have been beating the crap out of it, and I take 4 people and their backpacks to high school and back every day. The mini taught me a lot about how to drive a car fast, and a lot of people sleep on it, but that is until they see it in action. Amazing first car, can agree

[@nit0134]

You don't even need to throw $1000 to keep up with a WRX in a straight line. Just put in a smaller pulley for the supercharger, like a 15% pulley, and that alone gives it a big boost :) Mini is easily the funnest car I've driven though, literally feels like a street legal go kart.

[@amondavis]

I already have one of my dream cars from your list and that is a 2013 Hyundai veloster Turbo, But the next one that I want to get from your list is a Jeep Wrangler and then the next 1 Is the Scion FRS

[@Hurtzonkeys]

350z or c4 corvette I’ve been looking to buy one for 2 years now

[@graemejohnson9025]

I am Australian.. As a birthday 17th present, for a mates Daughter in the states.. I bought her the Last model Chevy ss.. Australian made, handles, has 4 doors, and creams a corvette or Comaro.. and looks like a rental, so doesn't get police attention.. but the giggle.. it is faster and handles better than anything they have..

[@shawnmartin1841]

I would love a Gr86, or the 350z

[@derricgreene]

I have a 2017 86, and I love it

[@insanity42069]

my new edge mustamg gt is fun to drive.. picked it up last july for 6500 when i was 18.. spun a bearing 3 weeks later bc the guy didn't really change the oil. hasnt ran since then but ive "built" a 6.0 Ls, stage 2 cam, LT headers, 3in straight pipe, pushrods, holley sniper intake, 92mm throttle body, termi x ecu kit, Ls7 lifters, valve job and ported heads and more stuff... dropping it in this week and im so excited.. after spending 15k total and not driving my stang for almost a year and only having driven it less than a month.. great car

[@jackets64]

I drive a Fit as my first car, reasonably fun as described.

[@Mihneastefan10]

the Subaru Forester 2.5xt is a perfect first car ,has all of the stuff from other cars like the offroad capabilities from a Jeep the speed of a 86 and the fun of a miata that will most probaly be my first car

[@thejoshman3843]

my first ride was an 85 toyota MR2 i bought for 1600. was so fun i still own one.

[@badt2238]

I own a 2004 350z enthusiast model. it's awesome and I'd highly recommend it. I am keeping it until I get a nissan gtr

[@harrywalkey6298]

Right now I'd say any car you can get would be a good 1st car. I looked at used cars in my area when my engine seized and the going price was $8,000 for a car with over 100k miles. So yeah I kept my 25 year old car oldsmobile with 50k miles since $1,500 was alot less than $8,000.

[@upyoursassmonkey]

Exactly, I started looking for a replacement for my current vehicle since it's over 300k miles, the prices on these used cars are nuts. I'll take my chances with what I've got.

[@justjaymar_]

Same where I live people want $6,000 for a car that needs a new motor . Some of those cars are broken mini coopers 😂

[@meejinhuang]

Civic, Golf, Yaris, Mazda 2 and 3.

[@ghw7192]

My 1st car was a 1955 Packard Patrician that set me back $350 in 1965.

[@pricednatto3790]

My dream first car is the rx8

[@Repz_VN]

yeah def not 10k for an FRS now a days, unless its a previously totaled or airbags deployed, i spent 2 weeks trying to get a gr86 or new BRZ for sticker price and nothing, so i took to a 2013 - 2016 one and all that are decent are around 20k. LUCKILY i just found a subaru dealer selling a sticker so i just put an order in on the 2022 BRZ im excited.

[@-ShadowZER0-]

Do you think the 370Z could be a good first car in 3-5 years? Also, I thought you said the GT86/BRZ is expensive to insure for young buyers in your other vid

[@coltbogan]

Not reliable enough in my opinion

[@ChristianMartinez-co1vb]

I heard only unrealizable once you start to try and turbo/super charge it.

[@barnhunter5263]

The funny thing is over here in the UK the honda fit is actually a honda jazz

[@drlfire23]

My first car is a 2007 jeep commander with AWD (all wheel drive) and it's fun to drive just normally. 0-60 in around 5 or 6 seconds

[@PolandMapping]

Lol no way it’s 5-6 seconds. More like 8-9

[@shady2493]

I had a 4 door GTI and that car was super Fun besides electrical issues it was great car

[@thetechloop65]

It depends on what your budget is, but for me I'm a RWD type of person so I'd have to go 86 or 350z! Driving this FWD for around the past two years is painful, not a fan at all. I've driven the 86 too many times to count, have three friends with them and the handling and RWD platform is bar none one of the best, you'll want to throw on a supercharger if you want to make it fast though.

[@luk4s56]

yeah, tho this list is about first cars. fwd is way more forgiving, especially if you live in climates that get snow and ice.

[@kim_noob6486]

whats the difference between frs,brz and gt86?

[@Flugs0]

i like those subarus, definitely gonna consider them

[@cwf_media9200]

Thank you guys youre saving my day

[@kazenoyonia.6516]

Ayy finally happy to see my little Fiesta ST get some spotlight

[@ironbeagle1610]

I drive a jeep commander, and for all its (many) faults, its probably the most fun to drive large SUV you can get, maybe im biased, but looking online the 5.7l hemi model isnt too expensive, its got third row seating, and its quite capable offroad, especially if you put the time into adding a lift kit onto it. for what it is, it does what its meant to do perfectly, although one complaint is obviously the gas mileage.

[@MetroidGamerFan]

My dream first car would be a 2011+ Mazdaspeed 3

[@diegomiranda8905]

The veloster looks so good in the 2 door side, like, I'd totally buy a veloster if it had 4 doors and not 3

[@s277garage6]

I just got my dream first car: 2005 Audi S4

[@pyryhulkkonen6670]

I think a great car for this list whould have been the volvo s60 t5. A stylish looking car with 250hp stock. And also that volvo reliability and safety. A friend had one as his first car. It had been remapped to about 300hp and he still regrets selling it

[@alejandrabarron3977]

I know somebody that bought a running Miata NB for $1700 now it’s an epic drift car

[@profusion2551]

If you’re anywhere in Europe and they’re available the 07 Astra vrx is a amazing hothatch. Loved them since my dad had one when I was a kid.

[@jakobelikesski]

Your right my English final is due in two days, I haven’t started it and we’ve been working on it for two weeks. Great video!

[@adamyin3968]

Driftstang gets mentioned: Me: happiness noises

[@iaroslavmarchenko3007]

Definitely 5th Chevy Camaro from 2012. That`s my girl!!

[@DatBoyWavyy]

YESSSS FINALLY MENTIONED THE HONDA FIT😁😁😁 yea it’s slow but it’s fun to drive. Handles like a go kart and Can go well over 200k miles. I just hit 200k and still going and mine is a manual. Love that y’all mentioned the Honda Fit 👍🏼👍🏼💯

[@kingsef6565]

350z/honda si/mustang leaning towards the Si mostly

[@Kreepycake0]

my first car is a 2000 v6 mustang so even though it's not as fun as a gt most people can't tell the difference

[@dj1283]

If those people ain't car people, then you're right.

[@Inferiis]

speaking of the Forester, you can also get the EVO equivalent, the 1st gen Outlander Turbo, which is literally an EVO VI on steroids (IDK if you can get those in the US, but I assume you can)

[@nejcbesal1578]

what do you think of 350Z please let me know.

[@ott1887]

Genesis Coupe, bk 1 v6's aren't overly expensive and has 300+ HP

[@pastperformance2285]

Now that I’ve saved a little cash, it’s homework time. Pick a car and line up insurance!

[@notglyphz]

I wish the Honda Del Sol was still cheap like they used to be. Only ones I found where close to $3,000 and had +180,000 miles.

[@evpecha]

An SLK230 is a good starter car (if you can find one) because for a 2003 one you can get it for 7.5k

[@khaosking2937]

The RX-8 is underrated

[@olsson1374]

Not the best gas milage tho

[@khaosking2937]

@@olsson1374 yes you're right

[@Aa-gu6lt]

Unreliable as well power of four cylinder and feul consumption of v8

[@olsson1374]

@@Aa-gu6lt nontheless its a beautiful car

[@Aa-gu6lt]

@@olsson1374 ofcourse its beautiful and great handling but keeping a rotary is pain in ass speaking of personal experience

[@WoozieGuy]

I never owned a car before except just driving my parents cars however, I’ve been looking towards a sports car for years.

[@lilnotmaster6094]

I also wish they would bring up the E85 Z4 more

[@foxy_slayer2333]

I already got my car a 2004 Ford mustang gt convertible as a birthday gift but since I like helping I paid my dad all my savings which was $1,270

[@Gym_user-g8q]

I tink the Toyota 86 just might be the one for me

[@justrazz5733]

ok but which of these cars will get more than 20mog exept from the 86?

[@talxngamingtv4632]

I assume insurance wasn't taken into consideration😂 that do be the deciding factor ultimately

[@ctupton]

Exactly my thoughts.

[@corpsie1241]

half of these cars don't have high insurance only the more expensive ones

[@XxZekeKnightxX]

I currently have a 2011 Kia Rio that I've been stuck with for 10 years, and I'm finally able now to start scrounging up some money for something different, more fun. But, I still want similar levels of gas mileage that the Rio had because screw those prices. Preferably something at least bigger than a subcompact and something that can keep up with my friend's stock 2009 Dodge Avenger (4-banger), bonus points for American company. I'm a broke college boy as well, and I won't be getting any help on this, so I'm hoping to sell my best musical instrument for a few grand, and the Rio is worth a couple stacks itself.

[@aryantariq4932]

Subaru 2.5RS goes for around 20k everywhere I see though...

[@agrippa1234]

As a parent who raised and bought first cars for two kids, if it aint FWD, without an airbag and overpowered it wasn't considered (for my son it was a 2002 Cavalier Coupe with a 5 speed, for my daughter it was a 2000 Mazda Protege Automatic (she went to Western Washington U which is akin to driving in San Fransisco) both for safety and insurance costs........

[@nickham19]

I got a mk6 golf r last year not to expensive and is stage 2 only thing I'm working on is finding a water leak

[@dhruvpahwa5724]

My first car was a e90 bmw. My mom's old car she gave me and it's honestly a great car but high maintenance so yeah

[@jdmjimmy]

The best first car for a car enthusiasts is either a Honda civic, or Toyota camry is the best. You can tune them and abuse them.

[@daxon1770]

im getting ready to buy my first car and i cant drive stick so im thinking the mustang could be the way to go

[@jackfriedman3877]

Surprised to never hear the bmw 128i/135i mentioned. Great looks, drive, and price.

[@dungeondemonrbyt4354]

idk, reliabiity issues?

[@ctupton]

Over half of those are not good first cars due to cost of insurance. Been checking for my oldest who’s about to start driving.

[@rawsproduction7875]

What is the name of website you're flashing in the screen?To get the cars?

[@juansanchez-ve5vu]

LEXUS RX 350 is a Great suv for tall people

[@ChasingDifferentAdventures]

I live in California, anything older than a 2009 it's hard to pass Smog unless you have a stock OEM Honda. I recommend Mustang GT, and Stay away from any EcoTragic Ford, or GM products with Turbos. Turbos are mounted too close to the engine and heat up because the Downpipe is connected to the exhaust. The Turbos heat up to 1438° F. There variations cause abnormal expansion on the cylinder next to the Turbo and without heat 🛡 shield or Thermo blanket. Mustang and even Bronco with 3.5 Turbo V6 in the Mustang it's cylinder 3 causes low compression. I would buy at Mustang GT Performance Pack Magneride Suspension or Mach1 Handling Package. If money is an issue the 2022 Toyota 86 with the 3rd Man's Pedal 6 Speed Manual Transmission

[@bored9145]

My choices 86, 350z, or WRX.

[@2006GAMINGINC]

Corvette all day but the jeep might the my first truck the 4 door one

[@sllick1379]

The 350z is perfect, just a little extra then that 200hp benchmark

[@arcanevoid9199]

not a good first car though

[@chnumarecek1650]

what about Ford Focus ST3 (ST2, ST1) , ST225 or Hyundai I30N?

[@flyn2dngrzone646]

What I want for my first car is a for focus st

[@nachocheese6107]

First car better be a charger jack!

[@Lipnoxy]

you can get an audi tt mk2 in my country from 6k to 12k

[@4LPHAROAH]

my dream first car is a mazda miata 1990's version

[@JaydenLitchfield]

IMO the Nissan 350z and the c4 corvette

[@legoshi_lover_forever_]

If I had to choose my first dream car off this list it would have to be the Ford Mustang Ecoboost

[@Luke-lj6ts]

@Jacob De Marco Bro Ecoboosts are so much fun, change the blow off valve and tinker with the exhaust and you have beautiful, modern, and reliable daily driver that sounds like a classic jdm turbo tuner car with respectable power numbers to back it all up 😁👍

[@legoshi_lover_forever_]

@@Luke-lj6ts very well agreed

[@djn2872]

I really do want a jeep but with rejections from my dad saying they flip easy if wrecked-true though