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Buying a small car for family use?
I'm buying my first car at the age of 35. What used car (excluding 2 door) do you suggest to buy for a family of 3? I will commute around 40 miles per day for the 5 days of the week with some long drives during the weekends. I want something reliable, economical and comfortable.
Asked on 28 April 2013 by Akash
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Honest John
A diesel makes sense for that sort of mileage. 400 a week is 20,000 a year, excluding 2 weeks holiday. KIA Rio 1.1, for example. Most small diesels are now free annual tax.
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