what is a good and cheap starter car

I can't imagine any car selling for $1,000. Search craigslist for fixers starting around $2,500

You not going to find anything lie that right now, prices have gotten crazy, if it runs they are getting around 2 grand and the resat of the car is shot. Save you money for a while and see if you can get something better later on. Unless your looking at a basket case then watch craigslist, I found one yesterday for 500 that was in good shape but needed engine work, I got it cause the engine was already pulled making it easier for me to fix and when done resell unless I decide to keep it.

The only ones your going to find need work, usually something wrong with the engine or transmission. I got lucky and bought the one i found and I am currently working on it. Ordered the parts I need before they are no longer available due to supply problems. Hope that clears up any confusion.

Ask around, maybe a family member or a family friend might have a vehicle they'll sell you for that price to get you on the road. Otherwise there's nothing out there for a thousand dollars that's worth having. Keep saving money for an older model Toyota, or Ford. Stay away from GM and Chrysler Products!! Good luck to you!! Jim