Small car for short runs: advice please
I live in Dorchester and have decided to buy a little car to go to work in. The car will do a very short journey (about 1 mile) twice a day. I would walk to work except that I have to carry heavy items. I would use the car for occasional longer journeys for up to about 30 miles.
I need your advice on what used car I should look for. I am conscious that the car will not have much of a run in especially in cold weather. The small car should be economical to run in total. I would prefer an automatic car, if possible. I would like to spend about £5000 - £6000 and have a car that can be bought and serviced in Dorchester town itself.
I need your advice on what used car I should look for. I am conscious that the car will not have much of a run in especially in cold weather. The small car should be economical to run in total. I would prefer an automatic car, if possible. I would like to spend about £5000 - £6000 and have a car that can be bought and serviced in Dorchester town itself.
Asked on 21 January 2010 by CK, Dorchester
Answered by
Honest John
Basically, a petrol or diesel engined car is unsuitable for this sort of use. You need an electric car. You might be able to get hold of a used Citroen Berlingo Electrique. Try Jo Burge, of Drivelectric, tel: 01473 327411. Or consider a Reva Gee Wiz. Or a new Renault Twizy, which would be perfect for this sort of use.
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