Eli's Cross-Country Road Trip Car Search

Eli needs a reliable $20,000 car for a snowy Maine move with towing.

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Oct 15, 2026

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Eli's Cross-Country Road Trip Car Search

Eli needs a reliable $20,000 car for a snowy Maine move with towing.

In brief

Eli needs a reliable $20,000 car for a snowy Maine move with towing. Eli should buy a 2024 Subaru Outback, 2012 Lexus GX 460, or 100-series Land Cruiser for his cross-country trip. Originally reported by Jalopnik.

Eli's Situation

Eli is tired of LA and plans to move to Maine with his girlfriend and dog.

Car Needs

He needs a reliable car with all-wheel drive, towing capacity, and space for sleeping.

Budget Constraint

Budget Constraint

Eli has a $20,000 budget and plans to sell the car next spring.

Expert 1: Tom McParland

Tom recommends a 2024 Subaru Outback for its towing capacity and sleeper space.

Expert 2: Daniel Golson

Daniel suggests a 2012 Lexus GX 460 with all-wheel drive and towing capacity.

Expert 3: Amber DaSilva

Expert 3: Amber DaSilva

Amber recommends a 100-series Land Cruiser for minimal depreciation over a short trip.

The one thing

Eli should buy a 2024 Subaru Outback, 2012 Lexus GX 460, or 100-series Land Cruiser for his cross-country trip.

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