I want to buy a Car!

My office recently relocated to the outskirts of the city (Marthalli to be more precise). So, now, the travel to office, which used to take 5 mins prior to this move, takes more than 45 mins. And in terms of mileage - what used to be 5 kms to and fro, is now a solid 15 kms in one direction alone!

Thanks to this distance factor, and that I get "smoked" in rush hour Bangalore traffic everyday, and the fact that my bike - A Hero Honda Glamour - was not designed for long distance rides - I am being forced to think of buying a car!

My budget is close to 2 laks. And as is obvious from that quote - I don't have the finances to buy a brand new car. Atleast not anything good. (The only option at that price tag would be a Tata Nano, and I am definitely not very keen on buying that as my first car!)

So, the stage is all yours. Please do suggest what are the cars I might buy with such a budget. Also, I'd appreciate it if someone could share details as to what year/mileage/etc I need to check before clinching a deal?


Thanks in advance!