Inexpensive,Low maintenance, low insurance premium, easy on fuel, but hard-wearing and will last a while
2006-11-22 07:42:27 · 20 answers · asked by Brendon B 2 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Car Makes ➔ Other - Car Makes
C1 Dirt cheap to run insure and tax
2006-11-22 07:45:51 · answer #1 · answered by michael 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Smart. Easy on fuel? check. Low cost/low insurance? check. Hard wearing and last a while? It is one of the most reliable and most hard working cars in europe. I can't say for sure, I live in america. But I know that you can remove and replace any of the panels in a different place. It also has a pride factor. The only downside is that if you get into an accident with a heavier, bigger car (truck, Suv, Sedan), a smart would be creamed because of it is so light, but the other car is so heavy.
2006-11-22 08:58:14 · answer #2 · answered by car man rider hoplite 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
How small do you want to go?
I'm bias here, I love Fords, have always had them and they have never let me down. Starts first time, every time.
Try the Ka, for low tax, fuel consumption, Mondeo for strength and stamina, Galaxy, which I have, for lots of people.
All are very strong and will last a good 7 - 8 years with regular maintenance, until the garage bills become more expensive than buying another car.
2006-11-22 21:43:27 · answer #3 · answered by pampurredpuss 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would say one of the best small car to buy if you don't want to pay alot for insurance would be a 1990's Ford Fiesta diesel. They are low maintenance and cheaper to run than the petrol equivalent. Also they are British built, so the parts won't be expensive.
Another good car to buy would be a Rover. Although the company has gone bust, the parts are still widely available and they are cheap.
2006-11-22 22:10:40 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go for a Focus. Parts are cheap and plentiful (if you ever need any) as I think Zetec engines may just be indestructible.
In reply to "The only downside is that if you get into an accident with a heavier, bigger car (truck, Suv, Sedan), a smart would be creamed."
Actually, maybe not... YOU may get 'creamed' as they say, but the CAR might not as it is actually very rigid. Saying that though, if the car does not crumple, then all the energy of the crash would be transfered to you.
2006-11-22 11:56:51 · answer #5 · answered by Wattsie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Toyota Aygo, Honda Civic, Citreon C1 are all worth a look
2006-11-22 08:25:08 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Toyota Yaris, good little car looks good.
New Mini, ok but thirsty on petrol.
VW (Was called the Lupo) Fox , ok but basic in side.
Ford Fiesta, drives well, seats are uncomfortable lots about.
2006-11-22 07:58:54 · answer #7 · answered by spud 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the car you need is a smart car crash tested by top gear at 70 mph and it bust the concrete barrier 2 foot thick damage to the car was to the front end only driver compartment was OK a strong little car
2006-11-22 08:29:54 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Compare all the above with a Proton and a Perodua, it is cheap, great on the mileage, waranty periods are mind bogling and both are Mitsubishi and Daihatsu respectively.
yeah it is made in Malaysia, but both are rebadge Japanese makes.
2006-11-22 14:40:31 · answer #9 · answered by volcanne 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Citreon C1 xxxx
2006-11-22 07:44:46 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋