I paid $700 for my Aveo. Drove it home with no brakes (metal on metal). EBay got me new rotors for $30 on the pair, $15 for pads and $56 for a caliper from Autozone. A new timing belt, tensioner and idler and cam seals and water pump were $60 off eBay and although I could have done the job, my mechanic did it for 140!!! Added a Pyle Bluetooth double din radio that looks factory. One thing...I went to Discount Tire and bought four steel wheels and 195 60 15 Falkens. Car handles like my MR2. Everyone in the family loves it and it's a trusted friend. My 2007 Accord isn't as reliable. I love my Aveo. It's a pleasure to own and simple to fix. The tires and wheels set me back under $500. Way better than stock. Improved ride, steering, and cornering. I have the automatic which being Aisin is bullet proof. Trans fluid is pricey, but I beat on this car and so far 2 years later its been bullet proof. Thinking about a Sonic if they're as reliable....