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Which auto small car for an older person?
Which AUTOMATIC SMALL CAR would you recommend for elderly person who does little mileage
Our answer:
Hi Joan,
Obvious answers, maybe, but look at the Nissan Micra and Honda Jazz. Both have automatic options and both are legendarily reliable. They require minimal maintenance and are easy to control.
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