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Buying a used car - £3k budget

I'm looking to buy a used car for approx £3k which will last about 6 months to a year. I'm looking at "Astra/Golf" sized cars. I'm currently driving a 2002 Astra which is fine, but dull and uninspiring. I have had a VW Bora in the past and wish it could have lasted forever. I'm currently looking at a 2002 Megane 1.6 Dynamique 16v, but the reviews and feedback seem awful. Basically I'm looking for something comfortable and reliable that isn't incredibly dull. Do you have any suggestions?

Asked on 10 November 2010 by MrNellers

Answered by Honest John

A Focus, as long as it doesn't have the 'water in cylinder head spark plug trough' problem.

Tags: buying small family cars used cars

Dear Honest John,

Please help me choose my next car. I would like it to have:

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