Find a Used Car for Less than $8,000

Buying a used car has many benefits, including a reliable vehicle at a fraction of the new-car price. If you’re in the market for a used vehicle but don’t want to pay over $8,000, we at Joe’s Auto Sales East recommend that you check out these top-rated used cars—courtesy of Kelley Blue Book.

1. 2003 Acura TL

The Acura TL is known for being a reliable vehicle with moderate gas mileage and an average 8.7 out of 10 consumer rating. According to 2013 data, the average used car purchase price of a 2003 Acura TL was $6,768.

2. 2004 Ford Mustang GT

If you’re not exactly a four-door sedan person, then you may find the 2004 Ford Mustang GT appealing. Kelley Blue Book Retail Value for this make and model (according to 2013 data) was just over $7,000. You can expect this used car to have a 260 horsepower V8 engine and manual transmission, making it a vehicle many people find fun to drive.

3. 2005 Volvo S60

Are you in the market for a mid-sized sedan? Then consider whether the 2005 Volvo S60 is the used car for you. Kelley Blue Book values this vehicle at around $7,390, which is well under the $8,000 price tag. This vehicle also features 19 MPG city and 27 MPG highway. If you’re interested in finding one of these used cars in the Indianapolis area, don’t hesitate to contact Joe’s Auto Sales East at 317-405-8545. We’ll help you narrow down your used car options and find you a reliable vehicle that fits your budget. Check out our used car, used truck, and used SUV inventory as well as our buy-here-pay-here financing options.
Drew Krier

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