Used Cars That Mechanics Say Aren’t Worth the Money

36. Pontiac Trans Sport - $2,279

Pontiac made a line of U-body minivans that are known for their odd look. GM's plan was to make a challenger to Chevrolet and Chrysler's minivans by emphasizing on sportiness and style. This earned them the moniker "Dustbuster." People made fun of it and quickly forgot about it when it came out. Many people didn't like how the minivans looked, and the IIHS also had problems with them, saying they were unreliable.

The Trans Port might be a fun new car for people who like strange-looking cars, but mechanics don't endorse it. It doesn't drive well, and the sloped glass has made inexperienced drivers feel uneasy in the past.

35. Volkswagen Type 181 “Trekker” - $3,150

If you're looking for an off-roader, the VW Trekker is a cool choice. Because of its boxy shape and two-wheel drive, this car was called the "Thing." It didn't sell very well, even though it was made for a long time. The main reason for this was the very bare inside, which many people didn't like because it made going off-road uncomfortable. In the early 1970s, young Americans bought the most Trekker models. During the short time it was brought to the US for those sales, people figured out that the car would soon be a novelty. It wasn't really family-friendly and was hard to use, but it was still amusing.