Twenty Dependable Used Cars

Ford Mustang: Midsize Sporty Car (Tie)

Tied with the Chevrolet SSR for reliability and fun factor, the Mustang attracts both young and mature buyers, promising nostalgia for dads and hoonage for the youngsters – at least in V-8 versions. Engine options range from the 190 horsepower 3.8 L V-6 to the 260 horsepower, 302 cu. in. engine in the Cobra badged edition. 2004 is the last year of this body style and Ford has had ten years to perfect it, so anything other than dependable would be inexcusable.

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Runners-up:

• Chevrolet SSR (Tie)
• Toyota Camry Solara