The MOST RELIABLE Used Cars Under £5000 UK - CHEAP CARS under 5k

[@ritajames7797]

Thanks for posting your handful of selected options for under £5K. I would also agree that a Honda Civic might be an option but for me, not a diesel, thanks.

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

Cheers Rita, it’s a rare gem of a diesel, I usually go for petrols myself 👍👍👍

[@lloydvehicleconsulting]

It's fascinating, as I typically source used cars for between £3-5,000 for private clients, so I spend a lot of time perusing Auto Trader like this. A £5,000 budget used to typically get a Swift from a generation later (I sourced a 2015 one for less than that last March), but given that used car prices have gone up so much since then, maybe it is best to get one of the last ones of the first generation. By the way, absolutely love Mark I Kia Cee'ds, they are some of my favourite reasonably priced used cars, they do drive well and tend to be better for dependability than a typical Focus, Astra or Golf, but it does depend on the example, of course.

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

👍

[@falodunopeyemidavid3997]

I've been on this stage looking for cars to buy but couldn't find one. Now I'm even confused on what to buy

[@mrmiruk]

Would love to see this for also 10k budget too

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

Ask and you will receive 👍👍👍

[@yamyam3905]

I got a 2011 Honda Civic 24,000 miles , I've had it for 10yrs , hardly drive it .

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

Nice 👌 probably worth a few quid at the moment

[@KM-nr3br]

Facelift Toyota Celica gen 7 VVTI (non Yamaha) are incredibly reliable cars. Thrash on them all day long and they don’t bat an eye.

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

Lovely too

[@ab-theboss8248]

10k subscribers, EPIC! keep going!

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

Thanks mate 🙏

[@ffudon]

Great video - actually 1 of the best I've watched, thanks! Views on the VW Golf 'PLUS' - there aren't many views or videos out there to work with - cheers

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

Wow, thanks! Golf Plus is often overlooked by a decent enough car. I'd 100% avoid the 1.6 diesel if you do lots of short runs and if you get the 2.0 TDI make sure it's been very well serviced - they're not as bulletproof as many think they are.

[@ffudon]

@@DefinitelyNotAGuru that's helpful - I need an auto, with a higher seating position, but my budget runs out at £6k . . . . short runs, minimal mileage. There's not much out there for me

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

@@ffudon I know it's boring but maybe get a cheap Honda or Toyota - You might even get a Yeti in budget?

[@ffudon]

@@DefinitelyNotAGuru I'm actually hunting a Yeti . . . . good shout, cheers

[@delatronics3257]

Thumbs up because you put the Honda Civic up there and you are a fellow musician

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

🙌🙌🙌

[@delatronics3257]

@@DefinitelyNotAGuru Thanks for replying! I am torn between a full Auto or iShift (need an auto because of a bad leg). I know the iShift has problems with the Actuators but since 90% on the market are iShift is it really unreliable? IShift is 5mpg better and £90 cheaper on road tax. What are your thoughts?

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

I call it the I-💩 which I think says it all. You’d be better off with the other auto mate.

[@delatronics3257]

@@DefinitelyNotAGuru Thanks, looks like I'll have to cope with reduced fuel economy. Presumably the Volvo and Saab semi autos have problems too. I'm a bit out of touch with the UK motor scene, I have been living in Brazil for many years and will return soon to buy a car urgently!

[@philipthomas7159]

The Honda Civic 1.6 Diesel is the best car to go for.

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

It makes a good case for itself that’s for sure

[@K7aus2000]

A2 1.6 FSI Engine cannot use E10 regular unleaded - It needs super unleaded

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

Ok 👍

[@K7aus2000]

@@DefinitelyNotAGuru BTW - Great channel. Informative and well presented.

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

Thanks buddy

[@mudskipper0075]

Those Phateons are incredible value but never took the plunge ,there was a rare W12 up for sale near me last week and was gone immediately….

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

Ooh nice!

[@FaresElGhuff]

Hi, can you make a video on £5k cars and EURO 6? Thank you

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

I shall in next month probably

[@SneakyGenius]

I'm running my beamer into the ground. These are very dark times.

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

Not a bad shout 👍

[@MrRafaztar]

A PRS Core, a Tele am pro 2? an acoustosonic strat and a Bass? Where is the guitar gear channel? Cheers

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

Haha! Maybe one day. For the record it’s a PRS Custom 24 (25th anniversary), Mexican Roadworn Tele, USA Acoustasonic and an Ibanez 4 String. 🎸 🤘

[@MrRafaztar]

@@DefinitelyNotAGuru those roadworn are really good. very nice collection, covers most bases, where are the p90s :P

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

@@MrRafaztar that all that’s missing now really. I’d love a little LP Jnr but realistically I don’t need one 😂 the tele is my go to guitar, I adore it.

[@MrRafaztar]

@@DefinitelyNotAGuru realistically? What’s that 😁

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

@@MrRafaztar 😂😂😂

[@existphotography8091]

great vid

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

Thanks

[@iancorley1330]

Sorry ,But I have to disagree about the 2017 Dacia Sandero 1.0 Sce , I purchased a new Sandero 1.0 Sce Ambiance in 2017 it covered 3800 miles the rocker box gasket blew and the Dacia dealer couldn't source a new gasket from their supplier in Romania another owner had been waiting 3 months longer than I had for the same gasket also I found the engine gutless you had to change up to 2nd gear quickly to make it pull better it took miles and miles to warm up trouser leg would keep catching on the trim next to the clutch pedal this trim problem was still evident on the Sandero stepway I test drove in 2020 but that one was a 0.9 Turbo and had better pulling power the boot was a generous size as well .

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

Ouch

[@jwgitface]

Can you advise me on this , I am 3 years into a 4 year pcp and now need a bigger car. I have had a settlement figure of £7.5k and I have also done online valuations which give me about £1.5k inequity. If I hand the car back as I have paid over 50% what happens to the equity in the car?

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

I honestly don’t know mate, much depends on your PCP contract so best just contact the finance provider and ask.

[@teecchnoboy]

Im looking for a 2006 bmw e46 330ci manual for 5k£ what do you think about them reliable?

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

Google common issues with them - you could do a lot worse, great engine

[@PB72UK]

I'm in a bit of a bind .. I've ordered a lease car but it could be sept 2022 or dare I say later 😭 , before I get it, being car less right now , I'm thinking of picking up a cheap car under 3k to put me on, and then resell when I get my new car .. obviously I'm looking for a car with mot until 2023 and taxed same if possible, Any other advice?

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

You don’t get much for £3k at the moment mate but something Japanese would probably be your best bet.

[@PB72UK]

@@DefinitelyNotAGuru I've been surprised by just what you can get for less than 3k , ok it's gonna be 100k miles plus , but like you say Honda, Toyota seems to be the way to go .. I don't need anything special , just something to get me tomwork and back 30 miles a day , 2 times a week .. I just need something reliable and that I can move on in a few months without loosing a big pile of 💰 💰 .. thanks for the reply , wish me luck !

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

@@PB72UK good luck Paul, hopefully if you can get something with some service history you can get your money back on it 👍

[@ingodwepraise954]

I need a used car to barbados cant find no good source

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

I don’t have any contacts there I’m afraid. Anyone?

[@megaman2016]

Baggy 🤣

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

😂

[@princessphilyrules]

Can you do something like this for automatics please?

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

Like the best automatic gearboxes you mean?

[@luongtime5364]

£10,000 + automatic cars would be much appreciated :)

[@ChopsGarage]

Got that exact Suzuki Swift Sport 1.6 outside , its only car I got from auction recently that needs nothing. Love it! Good advice here. My Ceed just sold this morning, great car. And my personal V70 2.4 did 260k without missing a beat. Only sold it on as wife fancied something new!

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

Thanks for watching, I’m subbed to your channel with my personal account and have been for a good while. No baggy Boxster’s on the forecourt then? 😂👍

[@qqqqqqqqqqqqqqqqqqqq2619]

"You can rent that out as a flat in London and probably get about £800 a week" 😂

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

I still think you could 😁

[@gerrytheleper6604]

Great video. Thanks a lot. I'm looking at Civics of a similar age. Are there particular engines from that era that I should avoid? Or is there good method of finding out? Just googling is getting me a wide range of differing opinions. Cheers!

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

I think if it’s a diesel then servicing is absolutely key, the petrols are all pretty decent.

[@gerrytheleper6604]

@@DefinitelyNotAGuru Cheers!

[@1878Craig]

Great video. I've been shopping around for a while for a small family car for the same budget. I ended up settling on a Kia Venga 3 (13 reg) for 4 grand. Would definitely recommend one to anyone shopping in the same market. Not the most exciting cars, granted - but very reliable and deceptively spacious.

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

Great shout 👍

[@GaryBox]

Agreed. I ended up buying a used Honda Jazz but the Venga was on my shortlist as almost as practical.

[@mulberrybushfilmfan]

Mazda 2 and 3 in my experience are great cars at the lower end of the market.

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

Good call

[@yjw1843]

Old and cheap diesel cars will have DPF problems sooner or later. I would rather pick a petrol civic than a diesel one just to avoid the bill for getting the DPF cleaned or replaced.

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

👌

[@richardpearson5439]

I bought a used approved Toyota Avensis 1.8 tourer last year 2010 model. £4200 used approved with 2 year manufacturer warranty. 100k miles on clock. Served me very well so far after another 10k miles. I've paid double that before and had no end of trouble with other newer cars

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

Great cars 👍

[@stephenwall9036]

Great vid. I'm looking at v70s and civics ATM. Your words will be heeded. 😉

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

Cheers Stephen - check out my book too!

[@michaeledwards8079]

they all seem a bit overpriced compared to parkers used car guide

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

Have you seen the used car market lately? You can put your Parker’s guide back on the shelf for the moment.

[@enkaan1676]

Parker’s guide .is like buying an Ato Z map

[@wileywilson]

@Michael. Used car and van prices have gone through the roof due to the lack of availability of new cars. My £2000 mini has gone up in valuation to £3100 in the last 6 months. My wife's 66 plate has gone up too, but not as much.

[@thedetailingdoctor5746]

Phaeton is cracking value for money especially the facelift ! I’ve always wanted one as a daily

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

Awesome aren’t they?

[@chiccoka]

Suzuki needs 97 octan as it’s a sport engine. Also we had some with lower bottom gone

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

👍👍

[@railvlogger1439]

I often leave a comment on your videos. Today I'm not going to.

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

Ok, deal 😂😂

[@fathersunglasses6085]

Are cars which are over 10 years old still reliable?

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

Depends what it is and how it has been used and how well maintained it has been.

[@vkv8156]

Volvo V 70 👌👌👍👍

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

👍

[@falodunopeyemidavid3997]

I'm in need of a car with a budget of 6k. One that can take me my wife and 3 children... Also cheap to maintain

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

Check out my best family car videos

[@falodunopeyemidavid3997]

Can I get a link to it please

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

@@falodunopeyemidavid3997 search my channel, there are a few

[@falodunopeyemidavid3997]

Thank you, you've got a new subscriber now

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

@@falodunopeyemidavid3997 Thanks, welcome aboard!

[@bondsoflondon]

thoughts on Nissan Qashqai 2010-1012 100k+ miles under £5k??

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

Steer clear of the diesels. To be fair the qashqai is not the most reliable of cars. Give it a Google and you will find a long list of common issues.

[@bondsoflondon]

@@DefinitelyNotAGuru Thank you! Currently looking for something under 3k. Feels impossible with the current price inflation of cars. Living in London with a baby on the way - Any recommendations would be much appreciated. Thanks again, love the content!

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

@@bondsoflondon Honda Jazz or Civic maybe? Petrol Ford Focus, Toyota Prius….? Good luck with the little one by the way, I have 2 young kids myself - enjoy your sleep before the baby arrives 👍

[@olitonottero7620]

super helpful thank you

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

You're welcome!

[@danny007boy123]

grt selection imo

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

Thanks Danny

[@Aatish2k8]

I'm looking for a car now, since I've given mine to my mum, I would HIGHLY advise people to spend a tad bit of cash on carVertical for any hidden HPI's, Cat damages...etc. before buying.

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

I promote vcheck, it’s half the price and very good.

[@Aatish2k8]

@@DefinitelyNotAGuru Okay cool, I'll check it out then after looking for the right car on AT. Thanks.

[@antsh3546]

Super helpful, Cheers mate 👍

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

Thanks buddy

[@vigneshn.y3048]

Baggy. Like that word 😃

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

Me too 😂😂

[@vigneshn.y3048]

@@DefinitelyNotAGuru the touch screen is laggy, the car is baggy. Rhyming genius! 😃

[@paulwilliams4815]

Under 5k almost any Honda with service history..u wont go wrong...just check for rust..mainly on rear wheel arches,had loads will serve you well .....reliability above excitement .

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

👍

[@dannyhogi4953]

Been looking at get ford mondeo estate 1.6 diesel round 12 plate they any good

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

A well serviced manual should be ok

[@bumfluffmcregor3730]

The most boring car in the world

[@dannyhogi4953]

@@DefinitelyNotAGuru thanks for your help my guy in garage you looks after my car said there good long has you look after them and get get cambelt done on them

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

@@philmoffett366 nice 👌

[@dannyhogi4953]

@@philmoffett366 thanks mate thats what i got my mind set on so sound good been told long has i look after it and get the cambelt done it be good car

[@davapod]

A bit surprised you missed Mazda 2/3. Built in Hiroshima and well put together.

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

👌

[@serenityinside1]

Does it glow in the dark ? Just wondered.

[@BackaLV]

Someone need to put this guy on news, unbelievable

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

what did I do?

[@h.bsfaithfulservant4136]

You donut 🍩 Jim 🤣… don’t worry, I couldn’t figure out what you had on your forehead, then I remembered I’d just eaten (yet another) donut. Now I need to valet the phone 😁. Otherwise, all good sensible advice as ever Jim. I’ll be sure to include you if I ever do join any vile social media sites 😝😉🤓…

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

🤣🤣🤣 stay away from it, there are people like me on there

[@thedetailingdoctor5746]

There better be a mk5 golf gti in this Jim! 🤣

[@DefinitelyNotAGuru]

No chance, they’ve usually been ragged and/or modded 😂

[@thedetailingdoctor5746]

@@DefinitelyNotAGuru mines cherished I’ll have you know sir! How rude! 🤣🤣❤️