2009 Versa for $9999 is really, really basic.

Not included:
More than one interior choice
AC
Power locks
Power windows
Power mirrors
Radio
ABS
Cruise
Floor mats



Standard:
107hp
5-speed manual
Hub caps
Speakers
Half a dozen airbags
Choice of four paint colors

http://blogs.cars.com/kickingt....html

It sounds like a Mexican-market Volkswagen, but I like it. Not since the early 1990s has a car from a major manufacturer been so conservatively equipped. The phrase "basic transportation" these days often refers to a fully loaded Civic with big wheels, satellite radio, ornate lighting, a thumping sound system, and low profile tires. Basic, my butt.

Even better, Nissan doesn't beat around the bush by calling it something deceptively cheap like "Value Edition" or "Sport" . It's simply called "VERSA 1.6 BASE".

The honesty is refreshing. However, ten grand will buy a very nice used Maxima, a more reliable and irrefutably fantastic car to drive.