Best Used Car?

I could possibly go an extra $1,000, but I want to squirrel the rest of my little unexpected windfall away for a rainy day like if I'm longer getting back up on my feet than I expected.

I'd like 4wd or awd if possible (know its hard to find one in decent shape in my price range). 4wd is not a requirement for Colorado but it sure helps sometimes, plus I like to get away off the beaten path now and then. I'd rather have standard transmission, too. My Explorer was a real lemon. Its done nothing but break down. Lucky for me I have a kind-hearted mechanic who gave me a quantity package deal on repairs!

Too bad you're so far away, the Cherokee sounds right up my alley!