u/AdditionalPut8066

Hi everyone! I'm moving to Grovetown soon for a new job. My workplace is in Appling, so I'll be commuting regularly.

I'm an international and this will be my first time buying a car in the US, so I'm pretty unfamiliar with the used-car market and financing here.

I'm looking for a reliable used sedan or small SUV, ideally:

• Around $15k–$20k(excluding registration and taxes)
• 50k-75k miles preferably
• Preferably 2019 or newer
• Low maintenance/reliable
• Good gas mileage
• Ideally $300–$400/month for the payment
• No prior accident and single previous owner

I've mainly been looking at Carvana, but honestly, all the cars look the same to me and I don't really know how to tell a good deal from a bad one.

I'm considering cars like the Toyota Corolla, Honda Civic, Mazda3, Corolla Cross, HR-V, CX-30, etc., but I'm open to anything reliable.

I'd really appreciate advice from people around Augusta/Grovetown/Evans:

• Which cars/models would you recommend?
• Is Carvana a good option, or should I look at local dealerships?
• Are there any dealerships I should definitely use or avoid?
• Any recommendations for a trustworthy mechanic who can do a pre-purchase inspection?
• Any general advice for someone buying their first used car in the US?

Basically, if you were in my position, what would you buy and where would you buy it?

Thanks!

Hi! I am moving to Appling, Georgia for a new job. However I cannot find any apartments in Appling. In fact, it seems to me that the place is very very remote, literally nothing shows up even on Google Maps. So my next option is Augusta. I have no knowledge whatsoever about Augusta too. Also, I am not from the US, I moved to the country 2 years ago for my studies and now starting the job in Appling. I would really appreciate any help on which areas of the city would be the best in Augusta considering my office is in Appling. Currently I am just looking to rent a 1B apartment, as I am single.