First mistake...$10,000.00 & 5 years old or less is not the kind of vehicle I'd want to send old folks down the highway in. There's not much chance that you'd find a manufacturers warranty with whatever vehicle fit your search requirements.
Mazda had a commercial on 680 NEWS recently for 0% financing on some models. Other Mfg.'s likely have the same deal.
I suggest that you folks re-think what is affordable. Breaking down in Bam Fork Idaho could get really expensive in a second hand car.
I personally think that a reasonable brand new car will always be more affordable over 10 years than someone elses left-overs.
OK, Good?
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P.S. .... Matt, aka Young Pup. A station wagon is a REGULAR car with a whole bunch of extra space in the back. Not something you're used to finding in a Focus, eh?