Uni student in need of a cheap car – what do you recommend?

I am a university student looking to buy my first car. I have a maximum budget of £2000 and need something small and cheap to run and insure. What do you recommend?

What's the best, cheap first car for an 18 year old driver?

What's the best first car for an 18 year old driver? I need something older and cheap. My budget is about £1500 - £2500. Also, how do I check if the car has any issues, i.e. outstanding finance, been involved...

Buying a first car - Fiat Panda or Peugeot 107?

I am looking for a group 1 insurance car for my daughter who has passed her test. I have seen two models she likes at a local garage: one is a Fiat Panda 1.0 eco model, 2010 with 64,000 miles and the other...

Ford Fiesta (2002 - 2008)

Good handling and comfortable ride. Tidy design. Reasonably spacious. Plenty of choice second-hand. Good reputation for reliability.

Toyota Yaris (2006 - 2011)

More room and better handling than the previous version. Excellent crash test rating. 1.4 D-4D does 50mpg +.