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What's the best, cheap first car for an 18 year old driver?

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Volvo S40 (2004 - 2012)

Comfortable, safe and enjoyable. Good looks, backed up by a decent drive.

Volvo V50 (2004 - 2012)

Classy-looking compact estate with very good ride comfort and tidy handling. A fine long-distance cruiser. The UK's most popular Volvo.