Nifty motor

My wife, who is in her 50s, has decided she would like to learn to drive. I would welcome your suggestions as to a suitable car to buy for her. It should be reasonable to insure and run. My budget is between £4,000 and £5,000.

Asked on 6 June 2009 by

Answered by Honest John

Pay a bit more and get her a new model KIA Picanto with a 5-year warranty. Small. Low tax. Easy to drive. With fully folding rear seats for excess shopping.

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