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Looking for a second hand run-around.
looking for a second hand car - more a run around will be doing no more than 50k per week - what second hand car would you suggest - hoping to get a low engine so I dont have high tax
Our answer:
Hi Nuala,
You know, it's really hard to get away from the likes of a Nissan Micra or Toyota Yaris for this kind of thing. Small, affordable, simple, frugal, reliable and you can pick one up for as little as €1,500 if you're prepared to buy an older model. Other good options are a Renault Twingo (sportier and more fun to drive), Fiat 500 (stylish and much more reliable than you'd think) or a Volkswagen up! (pricier and newer, but a really good car).
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