the year 2000 version of the solara is ugly on the outside but decent in the inside. but anything is better than a ford focus cuz old american cars are ugly as hell. any toyota doesnt cause you problems, they are very reliable. if u like toyota coupe cars that is sporty and reliable and good on gas the year 2000 celica is the best choice and u can get it for as low as 5k. but if u are sticking with ur choice of the solara get a 2003 because that is when they are updated and the style and performance of the car is perfect and i think u can get one for as low as 8k.