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Uni student in need of a cheap car – what do you recommend?

I am a university student looking to buy my first car. I have a maximum budget of £2000 and need something small and cheap to run and insure. What do you recommend?

Asked on 4 June 2014 by CardiffStudent

Answered by Honest John
Toyota Yaris 1.3 or Ford Fiesta 1.25 or 1.4.
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