In today’s volatile automotive market, finding the best used car value can feel like searching for a needle in a haystack. With new car prices pushing the boundaries of belief, and used car prices constantly fluctuating, it’s time to ask the Jalopnik audience what they think the best value on the used market is. Many factors influence a car’s value, including brand and model reputation, reliability, performance abilities, and maintenance costs. Certain makes and models consistently rank high in value retention, making them smart choices for buyers who want to avoid time in the repair shop, but does that make them good deals?