10 cheap and good vintage cars to buy

If you want to buy a car but have a very limited budget, then this list is ideal for you. Meet these 10 cheap and good vintage cars.

Virtually all new cars we buy suffer a brutal devaluation as soon as they leave the dealership, and that devaluation continues to increase as the years go by.

However, some cars have aged better than others, and these can now be considered vintage cars, and in some cases also cheap and good.

Check out our list of 10 cheap and good vintage cars and find out why we chose them.

10 CHEAP AND GOOD OLD CARS

1. Ford Focus

It may be easy not to remember the impact this car had on families when it launched in 1998 (we can say that the effect was even though the Nissan Qashqai had a decade later when it became the best-selling SUV in Europe), but this car allowed all families to have a compact, safe, very generous quality car at a very affordable price.

This car still has an aggressive and sporty look, and remains one of the most fun hatchbacks to drive. Today it costs less than 2500 € and the fact that there are thousands of parts to repair any possible damage works in your favor.

2. BMW 3 Series E36

The Serie 3 is one of the most important models in the history of the Bavarian brand, and is probably the best selling of all BMW models. The E36, the version produced between 1990 and 1998, has a special role in the history of all Serie 3, as it marked a major revolution in these models.

He was essentially responsible for the transition from the “classic” era to the modern era. This car already had cruise control, air conditioning and power steering, extras that allow anyone to make any trip very comfortable.

And for just 2500 €, what could we ask for more? This car will most likely be a classic future, especially gasoline models.

3. Mazda MX-5

The MX-5 is a favorite of Mazda loyal drivers as it provides a unique driving experience.

It is a light and perfectly sized car for the city, but it is still powerful, dynamic, and friendly to the wallet, especially the version produced in the late 90s.

For just over € 6000 you can already find one of these, which is why it is nowadays considered one of the best used cars you can buy.

4. Golf Cabrio

Golf remains one of the best-selling cars in the world, but this particular version was not one of the brand's best-selling cars, which makes it so special these days.

The Golf Cabrio is a classic future and allows its passengers, but above all the driver, moments of pure fun behind the wheel. Copies of the 1980s in impeccable condition can be purchased for less than € 6000.

 

5. Audi 80

This was probably one of the most important models in the history of the German brand, as it was the one that catapulted Audi to the standards it now represents: a premium brand.

When it was launched, it was an extremely comfortable car with a unique aesthetic for the time. For just € 2000 you can buy one of these with the 1.9 TDI engine, which is known as one of the best engines ever, and was part of the company's cars until the mid-2000s.

6. Alfa Romeo 156

All real car aficionados have a “soft spot” for Alfa Romeo, don't they?

The Italian brand has always been responsible for building some of the most beautiful cars on record. This Alfa Romeo 156 is one of the best selling cars ever in the history of Alfa and remains a car whose lines have followed the years well.

Both diesel and gasoline versions have very latent “hearts” that make these cars follow the most current models without any effort. The gasoline versions may be considered a classic in the future, but for now, you can buy one of these diesel models for less than 2500 €.

7. MG ZT

MG may not be a very famous brand for Portuguese lands, and it even disappeared from the map in the distant year of 2006, but the truth is that it was responsible for building one of the fastest and most comfortable sedans of the early 2000s.

With leather interiors of considerable quality, 2000-liter diesel engines and 136 horsepower, this car was considered a serious rival to the German brands' proposals. Unfortunately the years passed and MG did not come back with any proposal, having lost its place in the competition.

For the future is the memory of an excellent car and the certainty that for just € 4000 it is one of the best cheap and good vintage cars you can buy.

8. Peugeot 607

This is considered one of the best Peugeot ever. Based on the success of the Peugeot 605, this car followed in the footsteps of its older brother and it too became a bestseller.

This model, along with the Citroen C6, was responsible for transporting French heads of state at the beginning of this millennium. Produced between 1999 and 2010, it was possible to equip the Peugeot 607 with a more economical 2.2 or 2.7 engine with HDI technology (diesel) or with a more powerful 3.0-liter petrol V6.

You can buy one of these super comfortable Peugeot models for less than € 3500.

9. Opel Calibra

It may be a forgotten model of Opel, but we can assure you that wherever it goes, this car will catch the eye of many people.

With a 2-liter petrol engine and a power output of 150 horsepower, this car was not exactly slow in its day, and it still isn't by today's standards.

Its peculiar style and the build quality of the Opel engines are sure to turn this car into a classic future. For now, it is possible to buy copies of this model for values ​​close to 3000 €.

10. Mercedes 190

The Mercedes 190s are known to be true war machines, and there are several records of specimens that have exceeded a million kilometers.

It is a car that deserves all the attention today, because when it was launched, experts said that the brand tried too hard to build a good car.

Even today, it is possible to see in these models some safety functions used in cars today, such as ABS, airbags, belts with pretensioners or even air conditioning.

The popularity of this car means that there are still many parts for sale, making any repair very cheap. Gasoline models are already considered classic cars and are seeing their value increase exponentially with each passing year.

Diesel models are known for their robustness and reliability, and it is possible to buy one of these models for less than 2000 €.