I own and drive a gold 1993 Buick LeSabre Custom which I bought for $2750. The starter **** the bed, and I had it replaced for $200. The water pump died, and I replaced it for $32.
I saved myself $30,000 - $200 - $32, as I like to put it. I never did see the point in putting yourself in debt for something that looks slightly better. *shrug*
Plus, I have the benefit of being able to drive through just about anything, including small trees, steel gates and Minis. Built Ford Buick tough.