What advice can you give for someone looking to buy a newer car?

I recently graduated from college and got a job. I want to get a nicer car. I don't want to buy a brand new car. I want a "pre-owned" car that is relatively new, a least much newer than the '88 model car that I am currently driving. Any advice for me?
I like the late 90s Nissan Maxima.

One Response to “What advice can you give for someone looking to buy a newer car?”

  1. Mike's Mission Machines on February 4th, 2009 at 11:09 pm

    Drive whatever you find first. Understand fully that certified means a number of months of extra service "IF" the original warranty is STILL valid.

    Buy Japanese second-hand unless it's a "Fast'n'Furious type.