Which used diesel car is best for £6000?

I want to buy a used diesel car for £6000. It must be reliable and boast lively performance. I'd also like an automatic gearbox, but not essential. I have shortlisted the Honda Civic 2.2TD. BMW 120D. Vauxhall Astra 2.0TD and Skoda Fabia vRS 1.4 TSI.

What should I buy?

Asked on 13 July 2016 by Wargrave

Answered by Honest John

The Civic. But actually the Civic 1.8iVTEC has been more reliable than the 2.2iCDTI. No Civic diesel auto, and best to avoid the 1.8iVTEC i-shift. Don't think you'll get a 1.8iVTEC 5-speed torque converter auto for £6k. Various problems with the other cars on your list. See www.honestjohn.co.uk/carbycar

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