What second hand car do people recommend?

[beansprout]

Hi,

My automatic nissan juke, much to my shock, having only done 50,000 miles needs a new gear box.

Trying to decide to replace gear box or buy a second hand car - always thought Japanese cars were reliable and guess I have just been unlucky.

Any advice greatly received - to buy a second hand car or replace gear box.

If buying second hand would one suggest dealership or private garage ??

Thank you.

[Kipper_1972]

Unfortunately Nissan was a disaster of a company when it created your car and still is, and most recently created another combined disaster alliance with Renault. Be aware, the trade value on your car is really low as no one wants to do the work & it's often only when it reaches near scrap value that someone (else) is willing to invest (their money) to try and fix. So if you're willing to front the money and fix your car that (you know) then that is most likely your best option (also understanding that it is outrageous that you should have to replace a CVT gearbox after 50K). If that isn't appealing consider a new Skoda Fabia 1.0 (Auto) on finance if you can't afford cash, it will last 20yrs.... (and avoid cars from the Stellantis group)

Edited May 7, 2025 by Kipper_1972