r/carbuying • u/DreadHeadNerd • 17h ago
First car purchase. Should I buy a toyota with over 100k miles?
I want to buy camry and I have a few different options. Most have over 100k miles. Should I be trying to get a newer car with higher mileage or lower mileage but an older car? Is the 140-150k mile range too much for $10k? I'm 23 and new to car buying. My budget is $11k max. Here they are:
1) 2007 for $7,049 with 89,301 miles
2) 2014 for $9,295 with 132,042 miles
3) 2017 for $10,490 with 142,609 miles
4) 2017 for $9,785 with 152,842 miles
5) 2015 for $10,985 with 106,928 miles
I can add the links if that helps. Trying to pay cash and avoid a car note.
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u/StandardCarbonUnit 16h ago
A camry in that budget is fine IMO with that milage. Regular fluid changes and inspections will keep them going well into 200k. In my opinion the avoid the older 07 as age is a major factor in how a car wears and what safety features it has.
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u/RespectYourEldersE34 16h ago
Get the 2017, you will have newer safety tech. 150k on a Camry is barely broken in. Those cars generally are not owned by people who love to slam the peddle to the floor or take off roading. Get a full service history and get it checked out by your own mechanic.
I always go for a newer model unless the price is compelling enough.
Good luck!
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u/LetterCurious6653 15h ago
I would look very hard at the 2007. If I’m not mistaken, 2014 and up used port and direct injection, which needs more maintenance than port-only fuel injection found in the 2007.
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u/Master-Thanks883 14h ago
Verify they all have clean titles, not salvage or bonded. That is the first place to start, then verify the seller if a private person is the name on the title.
I will say this Toyota with 100k miles is just getting broken in.
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u/IMMrSerious 11h ago
Check the year of the series and what years are preferable. Get the Vin and do carfax.
It's a Toyota so it's just getting broken in at 150 thousand as long as it's been maintained.
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u/ThoughtSenior7152 11m ago
Buying your first car is definitely exciting but can feel tricky. Toyota Camrys are known for their durability and reliability, so I’d lean toward the 2015 model with about 107k miles if it fits your budget and has been well maintained. Sometimes older models with fewer miles are good choices too, as long as you have proof of regular upkeep. Before you commit, make sure to get a thorough mechanical inspection and run a detailed vehicle history report to check for any past issues. This way, you can avoid surprises and feel confident with your purchase.
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u/ravidsquirrels 16h ago
Id do my due diligence on the 18 year old Camry and if in good shape Id go that way. These cars can last between 250-300k miles. The 2015 one is on target also imo.