Are you on a budget looking to buy an affordable car, yet don't want to make too big of a trade off with features you would like it have? Then you've come to the right place. The following is our list of 5 great cars for every taste that you can buy today for less than $10,000.

2006 Honda Civic EX

If you're looking for affordability with reliability, the Honda Civic is for you. This specific model also comes in a sedan and coupe, so if you're into something sportier, the coupe is ideal for you. With the Honda Civic EX you will be getting good gas mileage and a good number of features including a moonroof, remote keyless entry, and ABS brakes.

2005 BMW 545i

Just because you're on a budget doesn't mean you can't have some luxury. This BMW sedan offers both luxury and
affordability with convenient features like Bluetooth connectivity, sunroof, and remote keyless entry.

2009 Dodge Journey SXT

We couldn't leave out the SUVs. If you're looking for more space or need a family friendly vehicle, look no further. The Dodge Journey SXT offers plenty of space and gives pretty good gas mileage with its four-cylinder engine.

2000 Ford Mustang

Don't trade off what you want because of your budget. If you're looking for a sporty car, the Ford Mustang is a great option. Enjoy the sporty look along with convenient features including remote keyless entry, alloy wheels, and power steering.

2007 Ford Ranger Sport

For pick up truck lovers, the Ford Ranger Sport offers the affordability you need with convenient features like power steering and ABS brakes.

If you're looking to buy a car for less than $10,000, House of Cars Calgary offers a great selection of used cars for sale and will help you choose the best option based on your budget and needs. Come in for a test drive today!

With a spacious interior and long list of features, the @Chevrolet Malibu is our 2017 Best Midsize Car for Families https://t.co/8XJI8gQLhq pic.twitter.com/4YLE5BkvOV

— U.S. News Cars (@USNewsCars) March 16, 2017

When you think of a family vehicle, you usually picture a minivan or large SUV. How about a midsize sedan? Well, the Chevy Malibu is a great sedan for Calgary families, and it has the award to prove it. U.S. News & World Report named the Malibu the Best Midsize Car for Families.

Why? Well, its space, features, and safety really stand out. Like its back seat, which has enough leg room for adults to sit comfortably, let alone your kids. And trunk space reaching 447.41 litres (16 cubic feet). Let's not forget Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and the available built in Wi-Fi hotspot that will keep everyone entertained the whole way. (That is, if your whole family can agree on the music selection.)

Of course, when your family gets into the car, safety is top priority. Fortunately, the Malibu is an IIHS Top Safety Pick, and earned a five-star overall safety rating from the NHTSA. For parents with teen drivers out there, you can use the Teen Driver system, which lets you set speed and volume limits, and set location parameters.

Safety isn't anything new to Chevy, so check out one of the great used Chevy Malibu models we have in our extensive used vehicle inventory. Then come into House of Cars for a test drive!

When car shopping, eventually you'll be faced with the classic decision: should I buy new or used? For some the answer is easy, but for others, the decision can be difficult. You might love the quality of a new vehicle, but not the price tag. Put your mind at ease: Calgary drivers can have both quality and affordability in a used vehicle from House of Cars.

Used vehicles are financially advantageous both in the short and long term. In the short term, they're more affordable to buy, and usually come with lower registration fees and insurance rates. In the long term, new vehicles can lose as much as 20% of their value in just the first year! Used vehicles, on the other hand, retain their value at a much better rate, which is helpful should you decide to trade-in or resell in the future.

Now let's talk quality. How do we know our used vehicles are high quality? Because our vehicles pass a full mechanical inspection, and come with CarProof. Plus, we offer a full warranty, so you can drive off the lot with a sense of security.

So make the smart decision, and make sure your purchase is a used vehicle. Browse our full selection, and come into House of Cars for a test drive!

We’re on a roll. #GMC named “Most Refined Brand” by @KelleyBlueBook for the fourth year running. https://t.co/eWgBW46koC pic.twitter.com/QZvTN0fbCc

— GMC (@ThisIsGMC) April 25, 2017

It's quite an achievement to win an award once. To do it multiple times? That takes hard work, dedication, and an attention to detail. And GMC lives up to the challenge. GMC has won the Most Refined Brand title in Kelley Blue Book's (KBB) 2017 Brand Image Awards. What's could be better? It's the fourth year in a row GMC has landed on top.

KBB annually surveys over ten thousand visitors to their website, and asks about car shoppers' perceptions of the most popular vehicle brands. The results play a large part in determining the winner of the KBB Brand Image Awards. This not only marks the fourth year in a row that GMC has dominated the Most Refined Brand category, but it's also the eighth win in nine years.

So what makes GMC worthy of yet another title? The Denali line of GMC models have hit a nerve with car shoppers, offering the most refined GMC vehicles. The Denali line is available on popular GMC vehicles like the Terrain, Sierra, and Yukon.

Calgary drivers can experience all the refinement that GMC has to offer by taking a used GMC vehicle for a test drive. Start by browsing the used vehicle inventory available at House of Cars!

Over time, the Toyota Camry has evolved from a comfortable, dependable car with lasting value to one that is fun and desirable. Yet, somehow, the automaker has managed to do this without sacrificing its efficiency and reliability. If you’re looking for a car that’s fun to drive, easy on the wallet to own, and has plenty of fun factor, there’s a Camry for you.

One of the reasons the Camry remains efficient, fun, and dependable is to the kind of powertrains Toyota employs. Unlike competing automakers, who use turbochargers, continuously variable transmissions, and stop-start tech to bolster mpgs, the Camry does it with naturally-aspirated engines. With less stuff to break, the cars last longer. Even the 2018 model, which is the best-looking version we’ve seen yet, manages to pull off class-leading power and fuel economy while still being a blast—and it’s not even available in dealerships yet!

Whatever model year Camry speaks to you, our used car dealership family most likely will have one that fits. Contact our sales team at any of our House of Cars locations, and we’ll get the ball rolling on finding the dependable pre-owned car you’re looking for.

One pickup truck always seems to pull out ahead of the rest when it comes to capability and ease of ownership, and that truck is the Ford F-150. With forty years of class-leading abilities under its belt, you can still enjoy the potency of previous models among our used lineup as the current truck gets more potent than ever.

For 2017, the F-150 tops its class with 12,200 lbs. max towing from a new twin-turbo V6 and ten-speed automatic transmission combination, and the turbodiesel V6 that’s set to arrive for 2018 promises even better figures. But even though these class-topping options are attractive, you can still find competitive capability in our used models. For example, a used Raptor from 2013 can tow 11,300 lbs., and there’s plenty of power to go around in any of the F-150’s V6 and V8 engine options.

To learn more about how the F-150 has evolved, take a look at the video above. You can also learn more about our used car options by contacting one of our House of Cars locations at your earliest convenience!

Choosing what car to buy is not an easy decision. Knowing what to look for at the moment of buying a car will help you choose a car that best fits your needs. House of Cars Calgary makes your decision making easier with the following tips.

1. Are you a single person or do you have a family?
Sure, that convertible may look nice but is it suitable for your family? If you have kids, you need to look at options with more space such as midsize sedans and SUVs, our 2016 Buick Regal or our 2016 Audi Q5 are great options when looking at used cars for sale. If you're a single person, then buying that coupe or convertible you've always wanted may be a wise choice. Our 2013 Chevrolet Camaro or our 2015 For Mustang GT are great options if you're looking for a used coupe or convertible at great prices.

2. Budget
Are you paying cash or are you financing? If you are considering financing, consider the terms and conditions you agree to as well as the flexibility the financing option gives you. Here at House of Cars Calgary we offer flexible financing options with our customers in mind. We offer credit consolidation, low bi-weekly payments, a wide range of interest rates and finance terms as well as unemployment insurance. Learn more about our financing options here and fill out our car loan application here.

3. Where do you live?
Taking into consideration the area where you live is very important. Is there heavy snowfall during winter? If ice and snow are a part of the weather conditions where you live, choosing an all-wheel drive vehicle is a wise choice to be able to handle snowy and rainy days without any worries.

Shop our inventory for used cars for sale in Calgary and discover used cars at great prices with excellent financing options.

We all hear about the benefits of networking in Calgary. Here's a way that networking benefits everyone involved! Have you heard about the House of Cars referral program? When you refer a friend or family member to House of Cars, they drive home in a great vehicle from our used vehicle inventory, and you receive $500. Win-win for everyone!

Here's what you need to do: start by filling out our quick and easy online referral form, providing us with both your info and that of your friend. Then when they come in to shop for a car, make sure they let their Sales Consultant know they were referred at the very beginning of the buying process. Then finally, if they purchase a car from us, you get a check for $500. Simple, no?

So start going through your contacts list, and send a referral into House of Cars!

The #Highlander received @IIHS Top Safety Pick+ award for its standard safety equipment. Learn more https://t.co/uIxMIQ2IEM pic.twitter.com/MqJOTKjK4w

— Toyota USA (@Toyota) January 11, 2017

The best kind of road in Calgary is a safe road. Part of making a road safe is the way you drive, but also how equipped your vehicle is to protect from and prevent accidents. If you drive the Toyota Highlander, not only are you driving a vehicle full of space and capability, but one that can keep you save.

The Toyota Highlander has been named an IIHS Top Safety Pick+. How did the Highlander land the highest safety rating available through the IIHS? In order to become a Top Safety Pick+, a vehicle must excel in five crash tests, crash prevention, and headlights. The Highlander did so impressively using only standard equipment, while most other vehicles require optional equipment.

Not only is the Highlander ready to protect you with eight standard airbags and the Star Safety System, but it can also warn you of potential accidents using Toyota Safety Sense P technology. Maybe there's a vehicle in your blind spot, or crossing behind you? The Highlander can give you a head's up.

Toyota has a long history of making safe vehicles, so test drive a used Toyota from the extensive used vehicle inventory available here at House of Cars!

Cars are meant to make life easier, not cause more problems with financial stress. And when you buy a new car it can feel like a trade-off; you can drive off in something affordable, but not necessarily up to all of your standards. Buying used allows you to get both. Here are some excellent choices all in stock and on sale for $15 000 or less at House of Cars locations in Calgary and across Alberta.

Luxury: BMW 3 Series

Currently we have several 2006 to 2009 BMW 3 series sedans available for less than $15 000. Check out our recent blog post on the 3 series to learn why you need to consider this option.

Compact: Chevrolet Cruze

A compact car worth its weight, the Cruze is a major winner on the safety scene, having received high praise and multiple five star ratings in independent crash safety tests. The Chevrolet Cruze was ranked fourth in Car and Driver's Top Compacts, for its big car feel in a small package and great technology features. We have a variety of models from 2012 to 2015 available (some with turbo option), and they all come in under that manageable $15 000 price tag.

Subcompact: Hyundai Accent

Another choice with great safety ratings, the Accent is safe and economical, and features a unique design. It makes for an excellent first car due to its small size and affordable gas needs. We have 2015 and 2016 sedan and hatchback models available on sale across Calgary and the rest of Alberta.

Not only are the prices great when you buy used in Alberta with House of Cars but financing is more accessible than ever! We'll work to get the help you need to drive away today: apply for financing now.