Like you, I don't drive much. A few months ago when it seemed like the clutch on my 1996 Toyota Corolla was going to need to be replaced soon and the overall condition of the car made me reluctant to make that investment, I purchased a 2007 Toyota Matrix thru Craigs List with 140,000 miles for $3,500. The Matrix has standard transmission with manual windows and doors. I prefer manual windows because of the expense of replacing window lift motors. I live in Central Mass.
While I was looking for my "new" car, I discovered that I could access Consumer Reports online from my local library. Since I am not a 'car person', I relied heavily on looking up car prices thru this venue while I was looking at cars online.
I'm very pleased with my "new" car. Good luck with your decision making.