First car advice—Honda Civic salvage vs Toyota Corolla high mileage
Hi everyone, I’m buying my first car and have two options. I plan to use it for 2–3 years and then sell it. I’d really appreciate your thoughts.
Option 1: Honda Civic 2018, salvage title, 90K miles, $8,000
- Needs some body work: paint on hood and fender + new bumper (~$650)
- Windshield has a crack and needs replacement
- Owner says otherwise in good condition
- Carfax offered to buy it from the owner for $8,000
Option 2: Toyota Corolla 2020, clean title, 156K miles, $8,500
- High mileage, but no major repairs needed
I’m looking for reliability and decent resale value. Which of these would you go for, and why?
Posted Apr 10, 2026, 12:42 AM UTC
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