Used Cars We Recommend to Family and Friends!

New York Used Car Dealer | Long Island Cars Under 10K

At Certified Headquarters, we carry a wide selection of top quality pre-owned vehicles. We know better than anyone that navigating the field of choices can become difficult, especially if you are working with a specific budget. That in mind, we’ve put together a list of our favorite used cars at various price points what we recommend to our loved ones. You’ll want to consider these for your next purchase!

smithtown cars under 10k

$10,000 or Less

Buying a car in a lower price bracket doesn’t have to mean skimping on quality or buying an ancient wreck. You’ll be able to find 2006-2010 model years of the following cars in this range. Want a small car? Go for the Ford Focus, with an upscale interior and great driving dynamics. The Acura TL and TSX are budget-friendly, sport and capable sedans. And families will want to consider the incredibly reliable Honda CRV or Pilot, or the versatile Toyota Sienna.

$10,000 – $15,000

Here’s where things start to get interesting. Your choices open up a lot, and you’ll be able to purchase vehicles from 2008-2013 and newer. For compact cars, consider the economical Honda Fit, the stylish Kia Soul, or the fun-to-drive Mazda 3. Infinity’s G-series sedans blend Japanese reliability with a luxurious interior and sporty handling. Need more space? Consider the quiet and responsive Acura MDX or Toyota’s bulletproof Highlander.

$15,000 – $20,000

At this price point you’ll be able to afford nearly-new economy cars and some of the best cars on the market. Consider that champion of comfort and fuel economy, the Toyota Prius, or the outstanding array of standard features in the Hyundai Elantra. Legendary entries from Honda and Toyota like the Civic, Accord, and Camry fit comfortable in this budget. Top SUV choices are the Mazda CX-5 and the Toyota RAV4.

$20,000 – $25,000

You’ll be amazed at the incredible value you can see from used cars at this price point. This is the perfect entry level into the luxury market, with the stellar fit and finish of vehicles like the Mercedes-Benz E-Class, Acura RDX, and Lexus RX opening up to you. Top SUV choices include the Subaru Forester with its standard all-wheel-drive, the powerful, massive Toyota Sequoia, and the agile and comfortable Nissan Murano. You can also avail yourself of Ford’s excellent post-redesign Fusion, the safety-conscious Subaru Legacy, and Toyota’s incredibly luxurious Avalon.

Come into our Used Car Dealership, and let us walk you through our amazing selection of vehicles. We’ll help get you into your dream car at a price that works with your budget.