I want a decent beater/daily driver. I dont like my Civic (94 LX) for a few reason, one being that its just so slow but I could live with that. I want something with a slightly nicer interior than a Civic and its a 4 door. Which is good for a daily I guess. But Id just rather have something else. So my plan is to fix the car back to stock for the most part and either sell it or trade it.

So Im looking for suggestions as to what you would get as a daily for $4000 or less. Thats my budget really because thats the most I think Ill get for the Civic.

So far Im looking at:

Volvo. Wagon prefered, but they are hard to come by cheap and in decent condition.

Ford Taurus, wagons included.

Audi A4/A6

Cadillac STS. Not a good choice though being an older/higher milage luxury car.