friends with cars

should i get a nice (non-luxury) car or another crappy car if i don’t like driving but need a new car

maybe i wouldn’t mind driving more with a nicer car?

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You have to be a bit more descriptive around what you mean by a nice car and a crappy one. With that being said I'd say a Japan-manufactured car that is certified used and is around 3-4 years old is generally a good idea. If you are driving long hours due to a commute, I don't think there are any cars that would just improve the experience and make you want to drive more. Unless maybe a self-driving car on highways.

i drive a 2002 toyota echo with manual locks and windows

looking at nice recent used toyotas - no commute but hoping to move and have a social life in la

Traffic here sucks — always so a new Totoya maybe a EV hybrid might be fun! Better MPG and more silent.