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Buying a second car for commuting
I need to buy a second car for commuting 25,000 miles per year. I have £3000 to spend and want to keep running costs as low as possible. I am also tall, so need something that will accommodate my long legs! What would you recommend?
Asked on 16 December 2013 by ty1980
Answered by
Honest John
A Ford Fiesta 1.25 82PS or a Toyota Yaris 1.3.
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buying a used car
commuting
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