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A Honda 'Fit' (L) is driven down a road in Tokyo on February 4, 2011. In January the Honda 'Fit' replaced Toyota's popular hybrid 'Prius' model as Japan's top selling car, a title that the Toyota model had held since May 2009, the Japan Automobile Dealers' Association said in a monthly report. AFP PHOTO / TOSHIFUMI KITAMURA (Photo credit should read TOSHIFUMI KITAMURA/AFP via Getty Images)

The 2009 Honda Fit is the Cheap Used Car You Need to Drive

Buying a car that is new-to-you can be exciting, but if you’re looking to buy a used car, there is a lot of stress and uncertainty. You have to rely on the previous owners of the vehicle to have completed the proper maintenance at the assigned intervals as well as kept up with responsibly repairing …

Buying a car that is new-to-you can be exciting, but if you’re looking to buy a used car, there is a lot of stress and uncertainty. You have to rely on the previous owners of the vehicle to have completed the proper maintenance at the assigned intervals as well as kept up with responsibly repairing and problems the car may have had. Even if you’re looking to get an older used car for a low price, you still want to know that you are getting something reliable without making a ton of sacrifices. The 2009 Honda Fit might be the right answer for you, and you might be surprised after a quick test drive.

An older used Honda Fit is reliable

The Honda Fit may not be the most attractive, modern option on the used car market, but they do have a pretty solid history of reliability. You can find a lot the 2009 model year still on the road, which speaks volumes for the car’s longevity. The parts to repair or replace any problems on the vehicle are inexpensive, and they are so easy to work on that even if you buy one in need of some minor repair, you won’t have to worry about having an outrageous bill before leaving the mechanic. While you probably want one with lower miles, you can find them with 200,000 or more miles.

2009 Honda Fit Sport | Honda

There is much more to the 2009 Honda Fit that makes it an appealing option. You can find them on the market for around $5,000 or less even in good condition, making them one of the more affordable vehicles you can buy. This small car packs quite a bunch into its small size, and the price is just the tip of the iceberg for why you should take this cheap car for a test drive.

Affordable features

The cabin of the 2009 Honda Fit is surprisingly spacious, which you might not have guessed from the car’s small size. The comfortable seats offer plenty of support even though they aren’t wrapped in the highest-quality leather. The interior of the Fit isn’t just comfortable, it’s well-designed and relatively modern.

2009 Honda Fit Sport Interior | Honda

The dashboard has a unique design, with the climate control dials artistically wrapping upwards along the side of the infotainment system. Some trim levels come with a small infotainment screen and a handful of safety features, and along with the reported average of 30mpg, it is an excellent option for a low-priced daily driver or even first car.

The 2009 Honda Fit is a bargain for what it has to offer, and even at a low price, you won’t be disappointed. It may not have the high-end features of more expensive and new luxury cars or also the sportiest and most responsive driving experience, but for the price, it is still a great option.

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