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Can you recommend a used car that's cheap to run?

I want to buy a used small car (up to three years old) that is cheap to run and has high seats. I will cover about 5000 miles a year. What do you recommend?

Asked on 11 February 2014 by Grandad2

Answered by Honest John
FIAT 500 1.2 petrol. Surprisingly comfortable and reliable. For more doors, a Suzuki Splash or Vauxhall Agila.
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