A small used car for a 20 year old

I need a car that will be reliable for around 200 miles a week, on a low budget (£3,000 tops). This means I want good mpg, and I am only 20 and male so insurance brackets need to be considered.

Should I buy a used Peugeot 205?

I was wondering what your opinion on buying used Peugeot 205s were - a good buy? Currently looking at a 1993 L reg red turbo diesel model with 99,000 miles and price range £600 - £900.

Buying a used Golf - which engine?

We are buying a second hand Golf as a second car due to expanding family. We don't do many miles so need a petrol. We are deciding between a 122 TSI or 160 GT TSI (both Mk 6). Do you have any opinion?...

Which used estate car?

We have two kids and a dog, so need a big estate. Have thought about the Mondeo, Insignia, Passat or Volvo V70. We have between £10-12K to spend and are edging towards a mondeo What is the best model,...

Amica or Getz?

Please help me choose which would be best - a Hyundai Amica (2006) with 42k miles or a Hyundai Getz (2004) with 74k miles, both around £1800. The Amica seems basic inside but I only do about 4k miles...

Which used cabriolet?

I would like to buy a second hand four-seat automatic with a hard top folding roof. I'd like heated seats. My budget price is around £15,000 and I do about 6000 miles a year.

Which Used executive to run for next 5+ years for £2k

Looking to pick up a comfy, safe executive car for my small family - used mainly for a 20 mile commute and occasional big motorway trips. Would like good reliability, decent running costs and some toys...

Is the C-Class automatic OK?

I would really like your honest opinion on the following vehicle as I am thinking of buying it this week. The car in question is a Mercedes Benz CGI blue efficiency sport edition 125. It is an automatic-tiptronic...

Replacement for a Berlingo Multispace?

Currently drive 2003 Citroen Berlingo Multispace 2.0 HDI diesel. Have had it from new and done 107k. Like: Reliability, quirky French utilitarian character, load space, thrifty 90BHP motor and sliding...

Replacing my parents' Focus?

My parents are intending to replace their 2002 Ford Focus with something larger and more comfortable. A high driving position is preferred but not essential and it is likely that the car will be run into...