Searching for Reliable Commuter Car

Hi everyone,
I am a Stanford researcher looking for a reliable vehicle for my daily highway commute. I have cash in hand and am hoping to buy from a fellow community member!

What I am looking for:
Models: Toyota/ Honda or any other reliable Makers
Condition: Clean title only. Must be mechanically sound (no active check engine lights, major leaks, or severe oil consumption).
Budget: $8,000 to $12,000 cash, depending on the year and mileage.

The Process:
To keep things transparent, I will ask for the VIN to run a CARFAX and request a quick pre-purchase inspection with a local mechanic. If it gets a clean bill of health, I have the funds ready and can use AAA to make the DMV title transfer completely hassle-free.

If you are selling soon, please DM me the year, make, model, current mileage, your asking price, and a few photos. Thanks!