There are millions of great cars that just happen to be cheap cars as well!!

• Although your new car will come with a factory warranty, it is still a great idea to check the reliability rating of the car so that you know if you are getting a vehicle that is well built. Click here to check the reliability rating of a new car that you are interested in.

• In terms of safety, modern automobiles are full of both passive and active safety equipment. From front and side air bags, to traction control, to ABS and stability control, even the most basic new car can be outfitted with equipment that was unavailable just over a decade ago. Click here to check the safety rating of a car that you are interested in.

• Before signing the bottom line, check what it will cost to insure the car.

One of the key points to buying a new car for a young person is finding one with reasonable insurance costs. With some car models you could spend more on insurance in the next 4 to 5 years then what the car was worth when it was brand new.