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Looking for a modern automatic hatchback that's stylish, economical and surprisingly spacious? This 2018 Honda Civic VTi is a seriously impressive all-rounder.

The Civic has always had a strong reputation for reliability, but this generation stepped things up with bold styling, a much more modern interior and loads of practicality.

Powered by Honda's proven 1.8L petrol engine and paired with a smooth CVT automatic transmission, it's an excellent combination for everyday driving — economical around town, comfortable on the highway and easy for anyone to drive.

Picture this:

Easy commuting during the week.
Friends or family comfortably seated inside.
Shopping disappearing into the huge hatch area.
A weekend trip with luggage loaded.
And a modern-looking car that still looks sharp years after it was released.

Why buyers love the Honda Civic VTi:

Proven 1.8L petrol engine
Smooth CVT automatic transmission
Excellent fuel economy
Sporty five-door hatchback styling
Spacious five-seat interior
Large and versatile cargo area
Folding rear seats
Reversing camera
Cruise control
Bluetooth connectivity
Touchscreen infotainment
Excellent driving position
Honda's strong reputation for quality and reliability

One of the biggest surprises with this Civic is just how much room you get.

It has the sporty appearance of a smaller hatchback but offers excellent passenger and luggage space, making it a great option for buyers who want practicality without stepping up to an SUV.

Perfect for:

First car buyers
P-platers
Daily commuters
Couples
Small families
Second family cars
Weekend travellers
Anyone wanting a modern automatic hatchback

This is the kind of car that's easy to recommend because it covers so many bases.

Modern enough to have the features you want.
Economical enough to use every day.
Spacious enough for family life.
And backed by the Honda name.

Automatic.
Economical.
Practical.
Great looking.

If you're looking for a quality Japanese hatchback that you can comfortably keep for years, this 2018 Honda Civic VTi should definitely be on your shopping list.

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📍 21 Brisbane Road, Gympie 4570
📞 0487 487 449
Prices are drive away. Trade-ins welcome. Finance available TAP.

2011 Mazda3 Neo Automatic Sedan – Reliable, Economical & Easy to Own

Looking for a dependable, economical car that won't cost a fortune to run? This 2011 Mazda3 Neo is exactly the sort of car that makes sense.

Mazda got this generation of the Mazda3 right. They're comfortable, easy to drive, economical and have built an excellent reputation as a reliable everyday car.

Powered by the proven 2.0L petrol engine and paired with a 5-speed automatic transmission, it's a great all-round package whether you're commuting to work, buying your first car or simply want something reliable for everyday driving.

Why the Mazda3 is such a popular choice:

• 2.0L petrol engine
• 5-speed automatic transmission
• 4-door sedan
• Cruise control
• Air conditioning
• Power windows
• Remote central locking
• ABS brakes
• Multiple airbags
• Spacious boot
• Comfortable 5-seat interior
• Economical and affordable to maintain

This would make an excellent:

• First car
• P-plater vehicle
• Daily commuter
• Second family car
• Run-around for someone wanting simple, reliable motoring

There's a reason you still see so many Mazda3s on Australian roads. They're straightforward, practical cars that have earned a strong reputation for doing big kilometres when they're properly looked after.

If you're after a good honest automatic sedan without spending a fortune, this Mazda3 deserves a look.

Come down, take it for a drive and see why the Mazda3 has remained one of Australia's favourite small cars.

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📍 21 Brisbane Road, Gympie QLD 4570
📞 0487 487 449

Prices are drive away. Trade-ins welcome. Finance available T.A.P.

Looking for something sportier than the average hatchback without sacrificing everyday practicality? This 2014 Mitsubishi Lancer GSR Sportback delivers exactly that.

The GSR wasn't the basic Lancer. It was the sportier model, combining a larger 2.4L petrol engine, sharper styling and extra features with the versatility of a five-door hatch.

Paired with a CVT automatic featuring 6-speed sequential sports mode, it's comfortable around town but still gives you the option to take control when you want a more engaging drive.

Picture this:

Easy commuting during the week.
Plenty of room in the back for shopping or weekend gear.
A hatch that's practical enough for everyday life.
Then a winding road where that bigger 2.4L engine makes things a little more interesting.

Why the Lancer GSR Sportback stands out:

Punchy 2.4L petrol engine
CVT automatic with 6-speed sequential sports mode
Sportier GSR specification
Five-door Sportback practicality
Sporty exterior styling
Comfortable five-seat interior
Folding rear seats for additional cargo space
Cruise control
Bluetooth connectivity
Easy to drive around town
Strong Mitsubishi reputation
A great alternative to an ordinary small hatch

Perfect for:

First car buyers wanting something sportier
P-platers
Daily commuters
Couples
Small families
Weekend driving
Anyone wanting practicality without driving something boring

The Sportback body is a big part of the appeal. You get the sporty character of the Lancer with the convenience of a hatchback, making it much easier to live with when you need to carry larger gear.

And with the 2.4L engine under the bonnet, the GSR has a bit more punch than your typical economy-focused hatch.

Sporty.
Automatic.
2.4L.
Practical five-door hatch.

If you're looking for a car that's fun enough to enjoy but practical enough to use every day, this Lancer GSR Sportback is definitely worth a test drive.

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📍 21 Brisbane Road, Gympie 4570
📞 0487 487 449
Prices are drive away. Trade-ins welcome. Finance available TAP.

Looking for a modern family SUV that's reliable, economical and built to handle everyday life? This 2017 Toyota RAV4 GX 2WD ticks all the right boxes.

There's a reason the RAV4 has become one of Australia's favourite SUVs. Toyota got the formula right — plenty of room, comfortable to drive, practical and backed by a reputation for excellent long-term reliability.

Powered by an economical 2.0L petrol engine and paired with a smooth CVT automatic transmission, this RAV4 is ideal for buyers who want SUV practicality without needing the extra running gear of a 4WD.

Picture this:

School drop-offs in the morning.
Shopping loaded easily into the spacious rear.
A comfortable drive down the coast for the weekend.
Plenty of room for passengers and luggage.
And a higher driving position that makes everyday driving easy.

Why buyers love the Toyota RAV4 GX:

Economical 2.0L petrol engine
Smooth automatic transmission
Practical 2WD configuration
Spacious five-seat interior
Generous cargo area
Folding rear seats for even more room
Reversing camera
Cruise control
Bluetooth connectivity
Toyota Safety Sense technology
Autonomous emergency braking
Lane departure warning
High-beam assist
Excellent driving position
Toyota's outstanding reputation for reliability and resale value

The 2WD configuration makes plenty of sense for most SUV buyers.

If your driving consists of commuting, school runs, shopping, highway trips and weekends away, you're getting the space and comfort of an SUV without paying for 4WD capability you may never use.

Perfect for:

Families
Couples
Retirees
Daily commuters
First SUV buyers
Weekend travellers
Anyone wanting a dependable Toyota to keep for years

It's the kind of vehicle that can comfortably go from the school run to a family holiday without missing a beat.

Reliable.
Practical.
Economical.
And it's a Toyota.

If you're looking for a quality family SUV that should be easy to own and easy to sell again down the track, this 2017 Toyota RAV4 GX deserves to be high on your shopping list.

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📍 21 Brisbane Road, Gympie 4570
📞 0487 487 449
Prices are drive away. Trade-ins welcome. Finance available TAP.

If you've been looking at buying a brand-new Corolla Hybrid, STOP and have a look at this first.

NEW CAR WARRANTY EXPIRE - 07/2029 & SERVICE ADVANTAGE 45,000 65,000 70,000 Capped @ $245.00 each.

This 2024 Toyota Corolla Ascent Sport Hybrid gives you the modern styling, hybrid technology, safety and fuel economy new-car buyers are chasing — without necessarily having to step straight into a brand-new car.

For someone considering new, this is exactly the type of late-model used car that makes sense.

Powered by Toyota's proven 1.8L petrol-electric hybrid system and paired with a smooth automatic transmission, the Corolla Hybrid is designed to use remarkably little fuel, particularly around town.

Think about your everyday driving:

School runs.
Driving to work.
Stop-start traffic.
Weekend shopping.
Long highway trips.

All while enjoying fuel consumption around the 4L/100km mark.

Why new-car buyers should consider this Corolla:

2024 model
Toyota Hybrid technology
Outstanding fuel economy
1.8L petrol-electric hybrid system
Smooth automatic transmission
Toyota Safety Sense technology
Adaptive cruise control
Autonomous emergency braking
Lane departure assistance
Reversing camera
Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
Modern touchscreen infotainment
Smart, sporty hatchback styling
Practical five-door design
Toyota's excellent reputation for reliability and resale value

And there's no plugging it in.

The Corolla Hybrid charges its battery automatically while you drive and brake — simply fill it with petrol and drive it like a normal car.

That's a huge part of why Toyota hybrids have become so popular.

This would suit:

Someone currently shopping for a new car
Buyers wanting to dramatically reduce fuel costs
Daily commuters
Small families
Retirees wanting something modern and easy to drive
Anyone wanting a late-model car they can keep for years

Why spend your time looking through new-car showrooms when a 2024 Corolla Hybrid like this could give you virtually everything you're chasing?

Late model.
Hybrid.
Incredibly economical.
Loaded with modern safety technology.
And it's a Toyota.

If a new Corolla Hybrid is currently on your shopping list, come and compare this one before making your decision.

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📍 21 Brisbane Road, Gympie 4570
📞 0487 487 449
Prices are drive away. Trade-ins welcome. Finance available TAP.

If you're looking for a 4x4 ute that can handle the working week, tow the toys and still give the family plenty of comfort on the weekend, this 2018 Mitsubishi Triton GLS Premium is exactly the kind of all-rounder you want.

This isn't the basic workhorse either.

The GLS Premium sits towards the top of the Triton range, combining serious 4x4 capability with the comfort, technology and features you'd expect from a family SUV.

Powered by Mitsubishi's proven 2.4L turbo diesel engine and paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission, you've got strong diesel torque for towing, touring and everyday driving.

Picture this:

Boat hooked up early Saturday morning.
Camping gear loaded into the tub.
Family comfortably inside.
Highway behind you and a dirt track ahead.

Then Monday morning rolls around and it's straight back to work.

That's what a proper dual-purpose ute should do.

Why the Triton GLS Premium stands out:

Powerful 2.4L turbo diesel engine
6-speed automatic transmission
Proper 4x4 capability
Mitsubishi Super Select 4WD system
Around 3,100kg braked towing capacity
Double Cab versatility
Leather-appointed interior
Heated front seats
Smart key with push-button start
Reversing camera
Dual-zone climate control
Premium GLS specification
Strong reputation as a capable and dependable 4x4

The Super Select 4WD system is one of the Triton's biggest advantages, giving you the flexibility to select different drive modes depending on the conditions.

Whether you're towing the caravan, launching the boat, exploring country tracks or dealing with wet roads, you've got a ute designed to handle far more than the daily commute.

Perfect for:

Tradies wanting something comfortable enough for the family
Caravan and camper owners
Boat owners
Camping and touring
Farm and property use
Weekend 4x4 adventures
Anyone wanting one vehicle that can genuinely do almost everything

Work ute during the week.

Tow vehicle on Friday afternoon.

Family adventure machine all weekend.

Turbo diesel.
Automatic.
Double Cab.
4x4.
GLS Premium.

If you're looking for a well-equipped 4x4 ute without stepping into the price bracket of a brand-new one, this Triton GLS Premium deserves a serious look.

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📍 21 Brisbane Road, Gympie 4570
📞 0487 487 449
Prices are drive away. Trade-ins welcome. Finance available TAP.

Looking for a modern SUV with plenty of features, turbocharged performance and the added confidence of All-Wheel Drive?

This 2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Exceed AWD is the top-of-the-range model and offers a seriously impressive package for the money.

Powered by a punchy 1.5L turbocharged petrol engine and paired with a smooth CVT automatic transmission, the Eclipse Cross gives you responsive performance around town while remaining comfortable and economical on longer trips.

And being the Exceed AWD, this isn't the basic model — it's loaded with the comfort, technology and safety features buyers actually want.

Picture this:

Sitting up high with excellent visibility around town.
Heading away for the weekend with the family and luggage loaded.
Wet weather rolling in and having the added confidence of AWD underneath you.
Settling into a comfortable, feature-packed cabin for the drive home.

Why this Eclipse Cross Exceed stands out:
Turbocharged 1.5L petrol engine
Smooth CVT automatic transmission
All-Wheel Drive
Top-of-the-range Exceed specification
Leather-appointed interior
Heated front seats
Head-up display
360-degree camera system
Adaptive cruise control
Forward collision mitigation
Blind spot monitoring
Rear cross traffic alert
Dual-zone climate control
Smartphone connectivity
Practical five-door SUV design
Flexible rear seating and cargo space

The Eclipse Cross is a great option for buyers who want something more interesting than the typical family SUV.

It's compact enough to be easy around town but gives you the higher seating position, versatility and AWD capability people love about an SUV.

Perfect for:
Families
Couples
Daily commuters
Weekend travellers
Buyers wanting extra AWD confidence
Anyone wanting plenty of features without paying luxury-SUV money

Turbo performance.
AWD confidence.
Top-spec Exceed luxury.

If you're looking for a well-equipped SUV that offers plenty of technology, comfort and practicality, this 2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Exceed AWD is definitely worth getting behind the wheel of.

DRD Cars & Trailers
📍 21 Brisbane Road, Gympie 4570
📞 0487 487 449
Prices are drive away. Trade-ins welcome. Finance available TAP.

If you're looking for a reliable automatic sedan that's economical, comfortable and built with Honda's reputation for long-term durability, this 2010 Honda Civic VTi LE is a great choice.

The Civic has always been one of those cars people come back to again and again — simple to own, enjoyable to drive and incredibly practical.

Powered by Honda's proven 1.8L petrol engine and paired with a smooth 5-speed automatic transmission, this Civic delivers an excellent balance of performance and fuel economy.

Picture this:

A comfortable commute to work every morning.
Plenty of room for passengers without driving a large car.
A generous boot for shopping, luggage or weekend trips.
Owning a car that's economical enough for everyday use and comfortable enough for longer drives.

Why buyers love the Honda Civic VTi LE:
Proven 1.8L petrol engine
Smooth 5-speed automatic transmission
Excellent fuel economy
Honda's strong reputation for reliability
Comfortable and spacious interior
Large sedan boot
Easy to drive and manoeuvre
Low everyday running costs
Stylish design that has aged incredibly well
LE specification with added features

Perfect for:
First car buyers
Daily commuters
Students
Small families
Couples
Anyone wanting dependable automatic transport

One of the best things about these Civics is how well they do everything.

They're economical without feeling underpowered.
Compact without feeling cramped.
Comfortable without being expensive to own.

Reliable.
Economical.
Comfortable.

If you're looking for a quality Japanese-built sedan that's designed to handle everyday life without fuss, this 2010 Honda Civic VTi LE should definitely be on your list.

DRD Cars & Trailers
📍 21 Brisbane Road, Gympie 4570
📞 0487 487 449
Prices are drive away. Trade-ins welcome. Finance available TAP.

If you're chasing a proper old-school work ute that's simple, tough and built to earn its keep, this 2011 Mazda BT-50 Boss B2500 DX is exactly that.

No unnecessary bells and whistles. No complicated modern technology. Just a proven turbo diesel, manual gearbox and a cab chassis ready to get to work.

Powered by the tough 2.5L turbo diesel engine and paired with a 5-speed manual transmission, this BT-50 comes from an era when commercial utes were designed first and foremost to be dependable workhorses.

Picture this:

Tools loaded on the tray before sunrise.
Heading from job to job without fuss.
Carrying materials, equipment or machinery during the week.
Then throwing the camping gear in the back when the weekend arrives.

That's what these utes are made for.

Why buyers love the BT-50 Boss:
Proven 2.5L turbo diesel engine
5-speed manual transmission
Tough cab chassis configuration
Excellent tray versatility
Simple and dependable mechanical package
Strong low-down diesel torque
Great parts availability
Built for commercial and everyday work
A genuine old-school workhorse

The cab chassis setup also gives you plenty of options.

Tray.
Toolboxes.
Canopy.
Service body.

Set it up exactly how you need it.

Perfect for:
Tradies
Farmers and property owners
Builders and contractors
Small businesses
Delivery and maintenance work
Anyone wanting a straightforward diesel work ute

These older diesel workhorses have become increasingly popular with buyers who don't want all the complexity and electronics found in many newer utes.

Turbo diesel.
Manual.
Cab chassis.
Built to work.

If you're after an honest work ute that's ready to earn its keep, this BT-50 Boss is well worth a look.

DRD Cars & Trailers
📍 21 Brisbane Road, Gympie 4570
📞 0487 487 449
Prices are drive away. Trade-ins welcome. Finance available TAP.

Looking for an affordable automatic hatchback that’s economical, easy to park and actually enjoyable to drive?

This 2011 Ford Fiesta CL is exactly the kind of little car that makes everyday motoring simple.

Powered by a responsive 1.6L petrol engine and paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission & with a brand new timing belt, the Fiesta is compact enough to make city driving effortless while still offering the practicality of a five-door hatchback.

Whether you're buying your first car, looking for something economical to commute in or simply want a smaller car that's easy to live with, the Fiesta ticks plenty of boxes.

Picture this:

Easy parking at the shops.
Zipping around town without driving a big, thirsty vehicle.
Folding the rear seats down when you need extra room.
Heading off to work each morning in a car that's compact, comfortable and economical.

Why buyers love the Ford Fiesta:
Responsive 1.6L petrol engine
6-speed automatic transmission
Excellent fuel economy
Practical five-door hatchback design
Compact size makes parking incredibly easy
Comfortable seating for five
Folding rear seats for extra cargo room
Light and nimble handling
Low everyday running costs

One of the Fiesta's biggest strengths is the way it drives.

Ford gave these little hatchbacks sharp steering and great handling, so while they're economical and practical, they're also surprisingly enjoyable behind the wheel.

Perfect for:
First car buyers
Students
Daily commuters
Couples
Second family cars
Anyone wanting an affordable automatic hatchback

You don't always need a big SUV to get the job done.

Sometimes a small, economical hatchback that fits almost anywhere and costs less to run makes far more sense.

Compact.
Economical.
Practical.

This 2011 Ford Fiesta CL is a great little everyday car that's ready for its next owner.

DRD Cars & Trailers
📍 21 Brisbane Road, Gympie 4570
📞 0487 487 449
Prices are drive away. Trade-ins welcome. Finance available TAP.