Budget Buys,Part 2

1993 PLYMOUTH ACCLAIM - $2600 (Clinton twp)

ONLY 49,000 MILES,4cyl engine,new tires,new brakes,AC blows ice cold,power locks,great on gas,runs and drives excellent call 586-709-0486

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Ok, it took a minute to decide whether I'd use this as my blog entry or not. This car is pretty old even by the standards of the price range it's in.Its a 20 year old car and chances are, the Michigan salt has probably done some damage to the body.A few years from now it will qualify for "Historic Vehicle" plates.However, it's a very low-mileage car with a sturdy, boxy design.Chrysler has made some embarrassing junk since the 90s, but these seemed to be a brighter spot. The Spirits, Acclaims, Lebarons and Dynastys were ugly, dull, boring and cheap. But they seemed to be more dependable than most Chryslers. Many were bought by seniors, so, coupled with their stodgy looks, they were thought of as "old peoples cars". If the body doesn't rust apart, I'd bet this car can go another 100,000 miles.It's a classic example of "function over form".  Uninspired, ugly, dull styling (inside and out), boring to drive, but at least it does what it needs to do. If what you need is cheap transportation that keeps you dry, you likely won't complain. Perfect for teen drivers,too.Simple can be good. I would consider this a fairly low risk purchase as far as $2600 cars go.