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Middle lad decided last night that he wanted to keep his 21 yo car on the road for another year. We worked out it needs a potential £1K spending on it.
Tonight, it broke down!
We have decided to look at cars 8 years old and £5K max.
I know John Burnerman and others recommended Honda or Toyota. Is there any mileage (pun intended) in getting a car that parts are plentiful and cheap to get? Eg, an Astra K.
At the moment, the choice is Toyota Auris, but the Astra K looks good. However, I know nothing about the reliability of the Astra, in particular the engine. Whether it's an Eco-boom design or not....
Tonight, it broke down!
We have decided to look at cars 8 years old and £5K max.
I know John Burnerman and others recommended Honda or Toyota. Is there any mileage (pun intended) in getting a car that parts are plentiful and cheap to get? Eg, an Astra K.
At the moment, the choice is Toyota Auris, but the Astra K looks good. However, I know nothing about the reliability of the Astra, in particular the engine. Whether it's an Eco-boom design or not....