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Is a Toyota GT86 a good first car?

I’ve finally saved up enough money to buy a car of my own for the first time! Is a Toyota GT86 a good first car?

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Melanie Mergen · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Truthfully, sports cars like the Toyota GT86 don’t make good first cars for inexperienced drivers who are still building up their skills.
For most
first-time car buyers
, the goal is going to be to find a vehicle that’s affordable, reliable, and gets good safety ratings. Luckily, these are also factors that can help you find lower
car insurance costs
for the vehicle you choose, which can help offset the higher premiums that young drivers often get due to higher risk factors.
Here are some additional factors you’ll want to consider as you’re deciding what would be a good first car for you:
  • Sale price
  • Current condition
  • Gas mileage and fuel costs
  • Passenger space
  • Cargo space
  • Comfort and convenience features
  • Performance potential
  • Additional general ownership costs, like registration fees and repairs/maintenance
Once you decide what factors you want to prioritize, you can compare and contrast your options and decide whether you’d prefer to go with a Toyota GT86 or another vehicle. Best of luck as you explore your options!
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