Used cars for sale near Altavista, VA under $8,000

I bought 2011 Honda Pilot in 2016 and 2010 Chevrolet Suburban in 2024. Both transactions went well. Honest and easy to deal with. They were very upfront on the defects on the vehicles.

Now I am going to start this out by saying I am not a Ford guy. My family always used Honda because of there unmatched reliability, so I had grown fond of Honda. But I got my first sport trac when I was 16, and anybody who was a teenager and had a vehicle would know you would have some fun with it. When I tell you I stress tested the Sport Trac, I really did. Everything from offroading, had pulled upto 3,000 lbs worth of scrap metal a few times(dont do that tho, was very dangerous, bent bumper ball), and general use and abuse of the vehicle. And at no point did I ever have a real complaint. Its engine had never given me a single issue, and I got it already with about 178k miles. Biggest issue with it was rust, but the engine is a BEAST. Its poor gas mileage makes up for the fact that its engine, in my opinion, is one of THEE best Ford had made in awhile. It was designed in like the 60s and it showed. The truck overall is really comfortable to drive in. Its GREAT in bad weather if you have 4WD or weight in the bed, legit have pulled out Jeeps and other supposed "Off-Roading" Vehicles when mud or snow hindered them, it is honestly a vehicle I'd feel safe driving through a Hurricane with. Its reliability is truly unmatched. I have heard other say its ok, and it may just be a flip of a coin or that half were made in one factory and the other in another factory, but I am on my second Sport Trac, only because my previous one had too much rust to pass. The only reason I hold its reliability to such high regard is because I beat the snot out of my little sport trac and it always got back up without an issue. From scrapping metal with it to just being a teenager and taking it offroading where it certainly shouldnt be able to go. I could go on about how much I love this truck, I may be biased due to it being my first car, but I wouldn't hold it in such high regard if it didnt get me through every snowstorm, mud ditch, big stream, and hot summer day hauling metal, all without any issue or hesitation. I couldn't recommend any other first car than the sport trac. Because it will keep you or your kid safe, both when they are using it normally, as well as when they be teenagers with it. My only issue with it was the fact it had a bumper ball, and that its bed was a bit short for hauling metal. But it makes you a master packer with ratchet straps. 10/10, would recommend it, especially as a first car.

the lot has a very large selection of salvaged vehicles with resonable prices definately can find what youre looking for, as with all car purchases order a carfax, dealerships cannot gurantee total accuracy on vehicles.

I got this car a year ago and it was totally misused by it's previous owners. When I got it I could tell that it had been taken mudding so I was pretty skeptical, but as I got accustomed to it and changed out the suspension and quick struts, my car drove like a dream. It is definitely a great car with great audio. Definitely recommend for new drivers.

Very courteous. Willing to provide more help. Yard support was very patient “Kate” ? Thank you

East Coast Auto got right back to me by telephone. I was disappointed b cause the car I was interested in was already sold. They invited me to look at other cars at their dealership. Very nice and professional .

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Everyone at the dealership was great to deal with. The technician who took me to look at the vehicle was very professional, knowledgeable, and courteous. He also gave me great advice on what to do with the vehicle in terms of restoration work that would save me money and time in the long run, while still making sure I would get the best work done on the vehicle. Great experience!

Was gifted this vehicle from a friend returning to the military in 2009 and the only repairs were the belts (1), fuel tank (1), front inner tire rods (1), alternator (1) and of course the basic wear and tear functionalities. The truck sat for almost a whole year and cranked right up with a battery change. It originally came from Arkansas to Texas to Maryland and now New York with over 211K miles on it; even used on off-road camping trips upstate NY, NJ and still running to this day. No problems getting stuck in snow. Just a well made sturdy truck!

Great cargo van. the V6 engine is powerful. Drives smooth, quiet, comfortable. Good looking exterior. Cons: - Gas mileage too low: only 15MPG on hwy, 9MPG in city (not posted anywhere.) - No glass window on sliding door, which is really needed for right side view. - Dashboard is a little too high, while driver seat can't raise. - No exterior colors to choose, but white only, for NV1500 & 2500, like shown in brochure. Other than these, I like the van a lot after driving more than 1000 miles.

Nissan is currently light years ahead of GM, Ford & Dodge in van design. (That is about to change as Ford & Dodge will be coming out with new redesigns this fall.) Nissan's website says they did years of research before building this van & it shows. If you use your van for daily work you will appreciate all the features that will make your life easier. The high roof model is a godsend- no more duck walking in the back. A 6 foot tall person can stand up easily. Getting in the van is easy because of the grab handles at every door including the cargo & passenger areas. The passenger area has a center console that extends out for a nice working desk. Inside the console is a 110V & 12 volt outlet for your laptop to plug in. There is an inverter that gives you the 110 volt. The SV model also has a 110V outlet a the back door also. The passenger seat will fold forward & the back is flat & will make into more work space for a printer,etc. The seating is very comfortable. The SV model has all the seat adjust that you can imagine. If you get a partition put in, make sure you ask for the MAX COMFORT WING KIT. It extends the partition 3" back into the cargo area & gives you more legroom. This is very important if you are 6 foot tall or taller. The dash has a computer that gives you a digital readout on estimated miles before running out of gas, average MPG, tire pressure, maintenance reminders, trip odometer, etc. This van has a rear sonar system that alerts you when backing if you get too close to something. One thing Nissan does not tell you is that it has an in cabin air filter. It does not come standard with the filter element but you can purchase one at a local auto parts store for a few bucks. The filter compartment is located behind the glove box. Ask the auto parts store for the filter element that fits the Nissan GTR. They are the same. I drove a V6 engine model & it has good power. I wound up buying the V8 because I tow a 6000 lb trailer. The V8 has more than enough power for towing heavy loads. If you get the tow pkg. it has a "tow mode" switch that programs the computer to tell the transmission to shift at higher RPM's for better power while towing. The tow pkg also includes a 2" receiver hitch rated for 10,000 lbs, a 7 pin connector for your trailer that is pre-wired and a pigtail connector under the dash for easy hook up of your brake controller. The other end of the brake controller quick connect is also included in your glove box for wiring the brake controller. If you tow heavy loads, Nissan & GM will be your only choices with a V8 engine very soon. Ford & Dodge's new designs will only offer V6 engines. If you are handy & do any of your own mechanic work you will love the fact that the engine is mounted forward instead of under the passenger compartment. No more doghouse means more legroom. It also means you don't have to be a contortionist to work on the engine. You won't have to take the front wheels off just to change spark plugs like on my Chevy. There is so much room under the hood that you could get lost in there! You can actually put your hands between the engine & firewall & side panels. There is plenty of room to work on things & everything is easy to reach. You may require a small step ladder though as the engine & hood are a bit high off the ground. This van drives & rides smooth. The turning radius is much better than on my Chevy van. I'm not as worried when I have to pull into tight spots. The cargo area is great. There are many pre-drilled & tapped screw holes in the side panels to mount shelving & accessories to the walls & roof. There are also 6 D rings flush mounted in the floor to tie down equipment or heavy loads. I also appreciate that the side door slides back instead of swings out. It's easier to get into the back when in a tight parking spot.. The rear doors swing open completely & have magnets in them that fasten to the side panels of the van. This prevents wind from blowing the open door back on you. Can't tell you how many times that has happened in my old Chevy van. Right now if you buy a new 2012 or 2013 you can get a free shelving pkg or graphics wrap. I can't say what the long term reliability of the van will be. If it is similar to all other Nissan vehicles, I'm sure I will be satisfied. So far I think this is the best work van on the market Nothing else even comes close.

If you're considering an FJ Cruiser: CHECK THE UNDERCARRIAGE! Frame rot is way more common than you think/know. Bought a 2008 2 years ago, still have 2 years payments left - garage informed me it will NEVER pass inspection again, frame is rusted beyond saving. Can't even sell for scrap/parts because the bank still holds the title. Shame, I love this car.

Comfortable for short periods. Very reliable. No problems in 3 years. Strong ac. Great cargo space. Good stock stereo. Strong motor and transmission. My only complaints are minor like no tilt steering wheel and no pin on passenger seat lever for tilt down ( the lever keeps falling off so I glued it on). Other than that this is a great cargo van and would highly recommend.

Full size 4 door sedan with lots of room and a cloud style ride. Performance. Just hit the pedal of this 500 and hold on. I have had 8 Mercedes Benz, and this one is a super car as the rest were. You can find a low mileage one in great shape for a fraction of the original sticker. I like to let someone else absorb the depreciation. Just be careful to buy a hand picked, cherry picked one.

Owned only by 2 family members. This car is everything you think the quality of a Lincoln should be. No rust or accidents and always garaged, Has only been in Minnesota for 2 years. Before that it was n Arkansas, Oklahoma and Kansas City, Mo.

Restoration was started but never completed. Fun car to drive especially with the roof down. Go for it!

Purchased in 2000 for work. I’m a hospice nurse & was killing our family car as much as I was on the road. Needed 4WD since rural driveways & roads can be challenging. Other than the normal repairs on a 20 yr old truck, this is the most reliable truck, new & used, I’ve ever owned. I wouldn’t trade it for anything on the market & plan on handing it down to my 2 yr old grandson when it’s time.

Great little Datsun convertible roadster that is unusual and turn heads. Fast and nimble and fun to drive. Fantastic condition and ready for a new loving home.

very easy to work with & service was amazing! very happy with my purchase & excited for my new baby:))

This review is for the GXP trim. I love driving this car, its powerful, handles well, and looks really sharp. The car itself is very large, larger than most SUV's and minivans, however the interior is a bit cramped for how large it is. Overall it is mostly comfortable and fun to drive.

I purchased my 2003 black and silver baja Oct 2002. I love this vehicle, I have 203,000 miles on it and will get another 100,000 I'm sure. It is so much fun to drive even today. The interior and exterior are still in excellent condition.

This is the best and most reliable car I have purchased. It has ample room for passengers, equipment or both and even though it is an older car, it still has a lot of creature comforts that can keep up with newer cars. When I used to take it into the dealership for maintenance (timing belt, etc.), the service managers would tell me to never sell this car because it is overengineered for reliability and the drivetrain will last me well over 500K miles if it is taken care of. As of 2025 I am almost at a quarter million miles and still humming along.

I’ve only had it for a few days but so far so good. It’s a work van, so for me it’s perfect. Compact, economical, and comfortable

My 2015 NV200 SV is my work van. I added a ladder rack with two ladders and a step ladder which had a big effect of the fuel economy (from about 25 mpg to 20 mpg). The paint and body panels are easily damaged so I strongly recommend adding a bra or 3M transparent film. Inside plastic is easily scratched. The seats are comfortable and the driver sits higher than the average mini van so visibility is better. The tires that Nissan puts on this van will wear out quickly so this van has the unfair reputation of going through tires fast which is not true. I replaced the cheap Goodyear Eagle Cargo Tires with Nokian WGR All Weather tires and the wear is normal after over 24,000 miles (Looks like they're good for at least another 24,000 miles). I noticed much better performance in snow and ice conditions after that. Cab heater is inadequate for cold weather regions and you have to keep it in "recirculation" below -10 to -15 degrees celcius. AC works OK in temperatures over 25 degrees Celsius. Parking is very easy in tight situations. Acceleration and handling are adequate but not fantastic (that's good enough for work). GPS Navigation is adequate but not super accurate. Engine and CV transmission still working well but wheels seem to need realignment at almost every service rotation. Only real problem I've had with this van were the power door lock actuators in weather below -1 degree Celsius. Dealer found that they were not adjusted properly and finally fixed it after three visits.