I hate to be this guy, but: is the climate of Southern IL suited to not having some form of enclosed vehicle during the winter months?
If you're strictly looking for cheap transportation with good mileage, I'd go for a used Civic or Corola or something like that. Sorry, not the answer you're looking for I realize.
Good luck!
If you're strictly looking for cheap transportation with good mileage, I'd go for a used Civic or Corola or something like that. Sorry, not the answer you're looking for I realize.
Good luck!