I missed out on a 2015 DE 5 speed for $2450 and that made me sad... so I figure I'd post up I'm looking for a stick shift cheap Mirage. I don't care about the miles. It just needs to function properly, not have a rebuilt title, and not be all smashed up or destroyed. Prefer a 14 or 15 since they have the automatic climate control. Hoping to find one for under $3000. I'm in Machesney Park, IL. Would love something somewhat close... can make arrangements to travel if need be. Would also happily fund someone driving their car here and getting a train or bus ticket home since my time where I can be gone is limited since I have to take my kid to and from school. If I can't find a stick, I'd take an automatic... just want something that I can not feel bad about beating up carrying parts, dogs, people, etc.

Maybe I'm crazy but I've seen a few Mirages I can get my hands on for under three grand... but the traveling part really throws things off for me. Thanks!