Advice for a 35 year old learner?

Freiheit

Hi I'm 35 year old female, have had 2 learner permits but all I've taken is 7 or 8 lessons, have never had access to a car, so it didn't go beyond the lessons. Learner permit is still in date. I'm thinking of buying something small and cheap, that I could put in my driveway and just learn where things are,and drive up and down the driveway. Maybe the odd time go down the road with a qualified driver. That was the major problem taking lessons alone, I never had access to a car in-between, so never really learned.

I'm wondering if anyone could recommend a suitable vehicle for this?and what I should be looking out for ? and what would the costs be in terms of insurance etc? ideally if I could recoup at least half the purchase price in a year or two when I have learned? something small and red or pink or purple or green would be nice

Thanks
K

PirateShampoo

I would recommend forgetting going up and down the drive way and getting out on the road as much as possible. It's the best way to get your confidence up.

You should book your test now and give yourself a target and don't be afraid to get more lessons and get as much feedback from the instructor as possible.

Your probably going to be looking at 1500 for insurance on your own policy. As for a car, Yaris are always good but a little pricey as learners love them.

truedoom

Toyota Yaris
Nissan Micra
Fiat Cinquecento
Ford Fiesta

any small car would fit that criteria

best to get out on the road though, as it's the only way to get the confidence/experience up.

If you have a friend with a car, get them to bring you to a car park and have you do some of the basics (Starting/stopping, reversing etc.)

2pack

yes the yaris is a brilliant starter car