Here’s a review of a 2003 Kia Sephia. These cars aren’t sleek and sporty, but they are reliable and are a great first car for a teen or a second car to get around town for an on-the-go mom. They are simple to maintain and easily repairable. The standard 5 speed will give great gas mileage, somewhere over 30 mpg. The automatic will give a bit less.

Pros: Easily maintained and a great car for the novice driver

Cons: Lack of style and lower body rust

This article was written by Brian McCormick of Providence, Rhode Island. Brian is a BHPH expert and has been involved in the used car and BHPH industry for over 10 years. He enjoys traveling and sports. Follow him on Google+

Here’s a review of the 2004 Hyundai Accent.  These gas savers are great little around town get-a-bouts.  Their styling is pragmatic and uninspiring, but, let’s face it, one doesn’t purchase this vehicle for design appeal.  These are easy to maintain and are inexpensive to acquire.  It is a great first-time buyer vehicle or a second vehicle for everyday use.

Pros: gas mileage and easy maintenance and light on the wallet

Cons: poor cargo capacity, especially in the hatchback model and the usual rust issues that are commonplace with the older Hyundai’s

This article was written by Brian McCormick of Providence, Rhode Island. Brian is a BHPH expert and has been involved in the used car and BHPH industry for over 10 years. He enjoys traveling and sports. Follow him on Google+

2002 Chrysler Sebring. This car is the next step up from the Plymouth Breeze or the Dodge Stratus. We recommend the thrifty 4 cylinder over the problematic six cylinder. These vehicles are stylish and peppy even with the 4cylinder. The transmission has evolved into a reliable one, providing a departure from its precursors, the Breeze and Stratus. Overall, not a bad vehicle, but, if you can, opt out for something else in the midsize four door category.

Pros: Style and performance

Cons: Problem 6 cylinder and rot manifestation on the front hood and lower body panels.

This article was written by Brian McCormick of Providence, Rhode Island. Brian is a BHPH expert and has been involved in the used car and BHPH industry for over 40 years. He enjoys his family and his favorite sports team, The Boston Red Sox. He Graduated from the University of Rhode Island in 1970. Follow him on Google+

2001 Hyundai Elantra with automatic or standard are reliable and inexpensive.  They ride well and have a neat rounded design that is quite eye catching.  It was the first year of the body style change and it doesn’t disappoint.  Great lines and a bigger and better 4 cylinder. This one is quite peppy.

Pros: Driving ease and styling features

Cons: Rust and rot can form quite easily on the lower front fenders and over the rear wheel well.

This article was written by Brian McCormick of Providence, Rhode Island. Brian is a BHPH expert and has been involved in the used car and BHPH industry for over 40 years. He enjoys his family and his favorite sports team, The Boston Red Sox. He Graduated from the University of Rhode Island in 1970. Follow him on Google+