I bought the Ford Taurus from a person on Craigslist. It was $1,250.00 originally, but I was able to get it for $1,100.00. I was thinking that this would just be a short term car until I got a new one. And while I'll still work on getting a new car, this car is better than I thought. I drove from Arizona to Colorado with no issues, and it was great on gas, fit all my stuff, my husband, and my dog! The engine stayed strong, and the gas mileage is great. Now, we are expecting a baby, and there is so much room! We have a nine year old, and it's roomy enough for her things for school, soccer, and dance -- and we have the car seat in, too! In the trunk, we're still able to fit the stroller and go grocery shopping! The only thing that kind of bothers me is that the nose is kind of long, so it's a bit difficult to turn into small spaces. Other than that, it's all good.

I have a blue Taurus with cloth interior. I bought it used and have had it for a number of years. I work for myself, so I often carry sensitive computer equipment in the car, and I've taken it on 8 cross country trips. It's never given me a problem, and the trunk fits a full size spare tire. It's a great car.