What saloon car to go for with up to €4,000?

Can you advise on what is the best buy (in terms of reliability and economy) in the €3,500 - €4,000 price range? I am interested in a saloon car.

Thank you

Anne

Anne O'Connor (Kerry)

Aug 2013 Filed under: choosing used car

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Expert answer

Hi Anne,

If you're looking for reliability, then you're always best served to go Japanese and at that price level, I'd recommend you get a Toyota Corolla. Not the most exciting car, to be sure, but it's as solid as the day is long and your budget should get you into a nice 2003 one. The 1.4 petrol engine in that model is the most common, and thankfully also the best one to go for.

Neil Briscoe - Complete Car Adviser
@neilmbriscoe