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How can our 17-year-old grandson get cheaper insurance in his Fiat Uno?

My 17 year old grandson is taking the driving test in the next few months. He will be driving a 2004 Fiat Uno 1.2 litre 3-door manual petrol model. The problem is insurance or even being added to his parents' insurance. They are 42 and 48 years old with clean licences, yet have been quoted £3,000 for insurance for the 17 year old. Any suggestions?

Asked on 8 April 2012 by JE, via email

Answered by Honest John
A 'black box' telematics based insurance. Links at the bottom of this directory: www.honestjohn.co.uk/useful-websites/tax-insurance.../
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