Buying a second car for commuting

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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.

Tags: buying a used car commuting

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