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University student looking to buy a used car.
I'm a university student looking to buy a used car, mostly just for errands and emergencies. I found a 2010 Kia Rio 5 EX, 117 000 km, manual, for 2,200$. The seller said it was in excellent condition (I have yet to go see it myself). This is the first time I buy a car. Are Kia's at that km even good? Is the year good? Is it a reliable car that won't break down every couple of months? I overall just need to know whether this is a waste of money or not.
Our answer:
Hi Corina,
The Kia Rio is a perfect car for your situation. It’s not flashy or fussy, but it is dependable and easy to drive, and the price, condition and mileage all seem to tally. Go and have a look at it, and unless it’s not as described and in a terrible condition, it should serve you well.
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