Buying a first car for £800 - what do you recommend?
I’m searching for my first car; I am 18 years old and have around £800 to spend. I’ve narrowed down my search to two cars that fit my needs and insurance groups, a 1998 Peugeot 306 or a 1999 Vauxhall Astra. Which would you buy?
Asked on 5 July 2013 by Andrew Ryan Gillanders
Answered by
Honest John
Neither are great cars but the Astra is probably best for service and repair costs.
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