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I would go with the '02/'03 used Accord or Camry. You can get nice features (V6, leather, moonroof, etc.) and wind up spending 50-60% of what you would on a comparible '07 model. You should be able to get one with 40K miles on it, and it should last for a long time.

Basically, you can spend less money and get a nicer car (features-wise), but it's a few years old. I think the best deals right now are in the 02/03 models. An '02/'03 Accord/Camry (I prefer Accords) should last you a long time and shouldn't give you any problems (and you can get a warranty just in case). You also might find better deals at a smaller used car dealership than at a big name dealer.