Looking for a first car?

• Looking for your first car?

  There is nothing like owning your first car. Pikaba sellers offer a huge variety of cars in good condition — many perfect choices as a first students' car. You will find certified used cars, affordable cars, value cars, safe cars, economical cars, reliable cars — even cheap cars. All are great choices for your first car purchase.

  It is easy to get started looking for your first car. Just post your request now and watch the offers pour in for your first car.

• A new first car vs. pre-owned

  Most first car buyers wonder whether to buy a cheap car in a pre-owned vehicle, or go with a brand-new vehicle for their first car. Pikaba makes the decision easier by letting you compare offers.

  New cars: You will never forget purchasing new as your first car. Pikaba lets you buy new first cars from certified dealers at reasonable prices. Choose your first car from BMW, Honda, Chevrolet, Ford, Nissan, Toyota, and more. Enjoy hot discounts for first car buyers from our sellers.

  Pre-owned cars: Pikaba sellers offers a wide range of pre-owned used cars perfect for the first car buyer. These vehicles fit every first car buyer and every first car budget. Find cheap cars for those looking for value, or more expensive cars for those who wish to splurge on their first car.

• How Pikaba helps you find your first car

  You begin by entering a request for a car. Give details, such as make and model, price, condition, options, and colors. Sellers will post offers to match your request. Select the best offer and contact the seller. It's that simple.

  You avoid the headaches from endlessly searching websites and classified ads. With Pikaba, the car dealers come to you — on your terms!

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Buying First Car: Options to Review

Mitsubishi Lancer Review

• Overview:

  Best choice for the first car the 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer is available with two engine options. Third variant of the engine is expected on the Lancer Ralliart later in the model year.

   

  The Mitsubishi Lancer DE, ES and ES-sport come with a 2.0L 4-cylinder engine that makes 152 hp and 146 lb-ft of torque. In California-emissions states this engine is downgraded 143 hp and 143 lb-ft of torque. GTS is equipped with a new 2.4-liter 4-cylinder capable of 168 hp and 167 lb-ft of torque. Both engines can be mated to either a 5-speed manual transmission or available continuously variable transmission (CVT), which includes so-called Sportronic mode with 6 simulated gears and magnesium steering wheel paddle shifters.

   

  Modestly-equipped base DE model is very inexpensive. Mid-level ES models add ventilated disc brakes, color-keyed door handles, 5-spoke alloy wheels, chrome grille trim, stabilizer bars, a split-folding backseat, steering-wheel audio controls, keyless entry, and air conditioning. A new ES-Sport trim brings a large rear spoiler, fog lamps, front and side air dams and a leather-wrapped steering wheel. The top-of-the-line GTS trim adds a chrome tailpipe tip, a sport-tuned suspension, bigger wheels and brakes, a Bluetooth calling interface, rear-seat heater ducts, cruise control, an upgraded audio system, and automatic climate control. On ES-Sport and GTS models there is the Sun and Sound Package, which includes a power glass sunroof and a 650-watt Rockford Fosgate stereo system with a 6 CD changer, Sirius satellite radio and the FAST Key (Freehand Advanced Security Transmitter) entry system - the keyless ignition and entry system.

   

  A 30-gigabyte hard-drive navigation system and digital music station are available on all models except base DE. On all Lancers front-seat side airbags, full-length head curtain airbags and a driver knee airbag are standard. All models (but the DE, where it's optional) have standard anti-lock brakes with electronic brake-force distribution.

• Strengths:

  Mitsubishi Lancer is an attractive choice for a first car buyer. It is also perfect one for students. Eye-catching exterior styling; comfortable front and rear seats; optional navigation system with music station; solid array of airbags as standard; available new upgraded 2.4L engine — all together makes it enjoyable to drive.

   

  Changes:

  Buying a first car is a big deal, and the Mitsubishi Lancer is an excellent option for the first car. Completely redesigned for 2008 the Mitsubishi Lancer now gets available 2.4L engine and new ES-Sport trim. Later in the model year a new Ralliart model (it replaces 2008's Lancer Evolution GSR) will join the lineup.

   

  Value:

  First-time buyers, as well as any other driver, will highly appreciate the comfortable and fashionable Mitsubishi Lancer. Due to its impressive styling Mitsubishi's 2009 Lancer stands out sharply against other compact and subcompact sedans. Full assortment of standard airbags, optional digital music station, and well-designed interior all together make the 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer a good value for the money.

Honda Civic Coupe Review

• Overview:

  The 2008 Honda Civic is offered in six models: sedan, coupe, Si sedan, Si coupe, Hybrid sedan, and natural-gas GX sedan.

   

  All Civics have Honda's Advanced Compatibility Engineering (ACE) body structure, which dissipates crash energy of frontal collisions and provides better compatibility in collisions with vehicles of differing sizes. Standard safety features for all Civic models are four-channel anti-lock braking system with electronic brake distribution, front occupant side air bags, two-row side-curtain air bags, active front seat head restraints, and rear seat head restraints for all positions.

   

  The sedan and coupe have a 140-horsepower 1.8 liter i-VTEC 4-cylinder engine. Both these models are compliant with 50-state ULEV-II emissions regulations. The Si sedan and Si coupe are equipped with 197 horsepower 2.0 liter i-VTEC 4-cylinder engine mated to a close-ratio, six-speed manual transmission, and a helical-type limited-slip differential, which enhances traction in high-performance driving situations.

   

  The substantial improvements of the Si models include 17-inch wheels and high-performance V-rated tires, unique trim panels and bolstered seats with red fabric stitching in the interior design, and a rear wing spoiler and aerodynamic cladding in the exterior design.

   

  Civic Hybrid and Civic GX are only available as sedans. Power for the Hybrid sedan is provided by a smaller 1.3L four-cylinder engine and a 20-horsepower electric motor, both producing 110 horsepower and 123 lb-ft of torque.

   

  Civic GX is a gas-powered car with a 113-horsepower 1.8L four-cylinder engine. This model is only available at qualified Honda dealers in California and New York, and enables owners to become eligible for federal tax credit.

   

  Three trim levels: the economical DX, the sufficiently equipped LX, and the elegant EX and EX-L with leather seat upholstery, provide varied features for sedans and coupes (except the Hybrid and GX).

• Strengths:

  One of the best first-time cars. Impressive styling, safety features, reliability. Hybrid and natural gas-powered GX models present a wide range of green choices.

   

  Changes:

  The 2006 redesign made some slight alterations: more elegant and sleeker body styling, revised powertrains and other components, but Honda Civic remained rather unchanged. The new EX-L model has leather seat upholstery. The Si Sedan was refined with the Mugen package: a high-performance track-tuned suspension, a revised exhaust system, 18-inch alloy wheels, sporty body style.

   

  Value:

  Honda Civic Coupe is the perfect first car for a student. Civic has acquired a long-term reputation as a sporty, fun-to-drive and reliable automobile. At a very competitive price you can get a car with standout styling and impressive set of safety features.