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Buying my first UK car
I am looking to buy my first car in the UK (Northern Ireland), I would prefer to buy second hand and can spend around £5000. I work as a vet so will be driving long distances and need to carry a reasonable amount of equipment so fuel consumption and space are important.

It doesn't need to be 4 wheel drive but sensible ground clearance would be beneficial.

When I lived in South Africa I fell in love with the Opel bakkies (Corsa pick ups) but they do not seem to exist here, do you have any suggestions?

Asked on 12 February 2012 by Jennifer

Answered by Honest John
Try to find a Suzuki SX4 within your budget.
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