About get this Ford fiesta 2014 any advice?
Only consider it if you’re okay with potentially losing money. The transmission is known for being unreliable and costly to repair. If you’re in the market for an economy car, I’ve found the Accent and Rio to be quite reliable options.
Hehe, if it’s a manual, it’s a pretty mediocre car, but putting manual cars on Turo isn’t a great idea. If it has an automatic transmission, just skip it. Driving it will show you what I mean—the DCT shifts very roughly, and the transmission tends to self-destruct. Do your research; the Honda Civic is a much better choice overall. Honestly, I’d even prefer a VW Golf over this one.
You’ll likely need to take it to the shop soon. It’s essential to do your research on these cars.
Any Ford models, like the Ford Focus or Ford Escape, tend to be poor investments. They often require more repairs than they’re actually used. It’s better to opt for Toyotas instead.
Unless you’re skilled enough to replace the transmission yourself and can include the cost of a replacement in your budget, it’s best to avoid it. If you need clarification, refer back to my first point.
I purchased this car for Turo with 67k miles, and it had no accidents or issues, so I thought it was a solid investment for the price. However, on the second trip, it broke down and left the guest stranded on the highway. I had to arrange for it to be towed back, which turned into a major headache, both with the guest and trying to find where the car had been left. When I finally got it back, the transmission had failed and needed to be replaced, forcing me to sell it for a fraction of what I paid. It’s just not worth it—skip this one!
I picked one up for just $200 from a couple who had no clue about cars. It had 109,000 miles and had been in a minor front fender bender, which I confirmed with the auction photos. Overall, it’s not too bad; it just needs a few minor sensors and actuators replaced.