If you intend to buy a car, but you don't have enough money for an Enzo or a Veyron, then you should know that you can buy really nice car under $18.000. Is true you won't be able to run with 200 mph, but is good to know which are the best car to buy in your budget.

In choosing the elite 10 Coolest Cars under $18,000, kbb.com used the same combination of objective and subjective criteria that many consumers use in examining this category. Safety, fuel economy, environmental impact, interior size, comfort and fun-to-drive were all items on the consideration list. And each vehicle was examined through the subjective magnifying glass of what is cool. The list of qualifying vehicles under $18,000 was put together using our New Car Blue Book values, which reflect real-world transaction prices and provide a more useful comparison point than Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The good news here is that all the vehicles on this list can be purchased for $18,000 or less, demonstrating that there are great alternatives for those who demand coolness but who don't want to spend a dotcom fortune on their ride.

Ton 10 Coolest Cars under $18,000

  • 2007 Chevrolet Silverado Classic: $16,590
  • 2007 Ford Focus SES 2-Door Hatchback: $16,590
  • 2007 Honda Fit: $15,937
  • 2007 Hyundai Tiburon: $17,157
  • 2007 Jeep Patriot: $14,985
  • 2007 Mazda MAZDA3: $17,993
  • 2007 Nissan Versa: $13,206
  • 2007 Scion tC: $17,235
  • 2007 Suzuki SX4: $17,038
  • 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit: $15,474