Our top 10 cars under £1000
What constitutes a “cheap car”? Is it the purchase cost, the running costs or the resale value? The definition of a cheap car can mean different things to different drivers. However, something that is always constant is that it’s a car that exceeds the buyer’s expectation whatever the price they’ve paid.
Just because you’re on a tight budget doesn’t mean that you have to be satisfied with inferior quality, practicality or looks. There is an abundance of used cars that can satisfy all these criteria yet fit well within a limited budget.
With the price of fuel going up almost on a daily basis a lot of drivers are now starting to seriously question the costs of motoring and whether they can justify a large financial outlay just to get from A to B.
So, if you are on an extremely tight budget, what’s out there in the market that won’t hit your pocket but will suit your needs on a daily basis? DesperateSeller.co.uk has thousands of cars for sale to suit limited budgets.
To get you started we have picked out ten cars for under £1000 that you may have thought was way out of your price range. They will also give you a good idea of the type of cars that you can get for your money. The best thing of all is that these cars are usually readily available on DesperateSeller.co.uk so you should be able to find these cars just up the road.
Volkswagen Polo
A brilliant small car which comes with some good features such as standard ABS, PAS and 2 airbags. Look out for the turbo diesel models as well as the sporty GTi which pack a punch. The VW Polo may not grab the attention than some of it class rivals but it’s safe, easy to drive, cheap to repair and extremely economical.
Vauxhall Corsa
The Corsa has a fantastic choice of petrol and diesel engines so there’s something here for every driver. The Corsa isn’t known specifically for its handling but more than makes up for this in terms of space and spec.
Ford Focus
When the Ford Focus was first launched it set the precedent for what a family car should be. Back then and to this very day it’s perceived to be one of the best all-rounders available on the market. Not only does it handle brilliantly but it has a quality build and shed loads of space for the family.
BMW 3 Series
Many would argue that the 3 Series is the best production car ever built. Even today the BMW of the 1990s stands up really well such is its heritage amongst car drivers. If you’re happy to put up with tight space at the rear and low end spec then this is certainly a car to consider. Look out for the BMW 328i coupe which has a brilliant chassis and an exciting 2.8-litre engine.
Peugeot 406
It should be easy to find good examples of the 406 for under £1000. It still looks as refined as it did way back in 1995. They have great diesel engines and great cabin space. There’s also a very spacious estate giving you even more room should you require it. Unfortunately, the interior build isn’t of the highest standard but it can still very much hold its own when compared to its rivals.
Ford Mondeo
Another Ford model makes our entry into the best used cars under £1000 and there are plenty of reasons why. This hidden gem is easily the 2.5 V6. Not only has it got a great soundtrack but it packs an almighty punch. It’s a seriously great car to drive and handles curves just as well as it handles the straights.
Vauxhall Zafira
Ok, the Zafira is very much a seven seater Astra however, that’s no bad thing. The Zafira hit the scene with its clever “Flex 7” seat folding technology which meant not only could easily seat two adults and two children but you could also fit another two children and the dog too! The ride isn’t brilliant but that’s not what you’d buy it for. The Zafira is a great choice as a family car mainly due to its brilliant practicality.
Land Rover Discovery
If you’ve ever fancied yourself in a 4x4 then the Discovery is for you. Made by the company famed for off-road vehicles, the Discovery is as great in mud as it is on tarmac. The interior build is good and you won’t lack for space in the front or at the rear.
Renault Clio
The Clio is one of the most practical superminis you can spend your £1000 on. Even the older models carry that cosmopolitan look and with its low running costs it makes it extremely appealing to car buyers. It’s one of the sturdier and better built cars in its class. However, this comes at the cost of handling.
Fiat Punto
Finally in our list comes the Fiat Punto, one of the best looking hatchbacks against its rivals. There’s a wide variety of engines to choose from to suit most drivers. It’s both spacious and practical so you get a lot for your money.
Feel free to search for thousands of low priced cheap cars with DesperateSeller.co.uk.
