I’m looking to purchase a new car, right now I’m using a 1995 Oldsmobile with close to 250 thousand miles on it.  I’m also moving from Ohio to California in a few months and knew there is no way my car is going to make it.  So it’s time for a new one.
 
I really like the looks of the minicooper and the fortwo smartcar, but many people have downed those cars to me, saying they would not be good for that much travel and that they die off pretty quick.  So now I’m not sure what to get.

I want something with good gas mileage, and also looks nice(like I stated before, I really like the look of the minicooper and fortwo smart car).  It does not have to be brand new, but something in the last 2 or three years would be nice for a suggestion from you guys.  I want to keep it under 20 thousand dollars, maybe even around 15, but for right now, I’ll say under 20 thousand.

I’m open to all car suggestions too, and would love to hear why you think it would be a good car to get as well.

Thanks a ton you guys :)
After reading that text, what type of car would you recommended for me to purchase?