What car £3000

Can you recommend me a car for around £3000 please? I want something that is cheap to insure and tax, and is decent on fuel but won’t cost a lot to maintain. I’m not overly concerned about looks or speed, but will be doing motorway driving.

I was thinking of a five-year old for Fiesta 1.25 petrol, any other suggestions?

Asked on 14 November 2012 by Thomasreiduk

Answered by Honest John
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