For nearly thirty (30) years, we have bought almost ALL of our cars / trucks / vans at the Washington State Surplus Vehicle Auctions. High mileage? Sure, but they've been well-maintained. And they're cheap enough so that if you ever have a really major (read=EXPENSIVE) problem with one, sell it for parts and go buy another one! Check out your own state's surplus vehicle auctions.
For nearly thirty (30) years, we have bought almost ALL of our cars / trucks / vans at the Washington State Surplus Vehicle Auctions. High mileage? Sure, but they've been well-maintained. And they're cheap enough so that if you ever have a really major (read=EXPENSIVE) problem with one, sell it for parts and go buy another one! Check out your own state's surplus vehicle auctions.