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What's the best first car for under £2000?

I'm just getting ready to buy my first (used) car and despite my research I'm finding it a bit overwhelming. I live in the countryside in Wales and am looking for something cheap to run and insure over short commutes and longer rural and city drives. Ideally I want 5 doors and in terms of other features I'm not that fussy as long as I can find something reliable. My budget is £2000 for the car.

Asked on 5 June 2016 by Puffinchunks

Answered by Honest John
Toyota Yaris 1.3.
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