First car suggestions (used)

Chargero

Hi everyone

Me and my wife have recently received our learners permits and are looking for our first car.

I am not a big fan of cars so I am completely disoriented and would love to hear any advice.

What we need:

1) automatic.

2) economy car (hybrid would be awesome should it be substantially more economical)

3) reliable

4) some parking support (a cam with sensors)

We are planning to use it only in a few scenarios (mostly after getting full license) :

- weekend shopping

- weekend hiking all around Ireland (as a dream - taking our bikes with us for some nice trails).

- a trip to UK.

Therefore would love it compact, but not too compact to feel uncomfortable on the motorways.

As for the price - I want it be the best value for money. Definitely don't wanna spend more than 15k and the usual rule "the cheaper the better" applies, but also don't wanna buy a bag of bolts. Need something to serve its purpose as a weekend only car.

Any advice (model/ mileage/ year/ fuel type) is welcome as I don't know practically anything about buying a used car (except for "buy from the dealer" personal rule)

Thank you in advance

User1998

Sounds like you need a diesel car, not a hybrid. Your doing lots of long distance driving where a diesel will be more fuel efficient

bazz26

There is very little value in the second hand car market these days. If you need a car then you will have to buy at today's prices but your 15k won't go as far, used cars were way cheaper pre Covid-19/Brexit.

coolbeans

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/119761045#Comment_119761045

They're just doing weekend work. Don't see how that justifies a diesel.

User1998

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120518564#Comment_120518564

This thread is from 6 months ago so no longer relevant.

But if they are driving cross country on a weekly basis, thats easily upwards of 25,000km a year on the motorway, not even including the daily driving. Of course that warrants a diesel.

monseiur

No wishing to rain on your parade, but I note that neither you or your wife have a full licence (just a learners permit) By law you will have to be accompanied by a person with a full licence when driving on the public road. Unless you can arrange this (even at weekends) buying a car at this stage would be pointless & costly. Apply for driving test a.s.a.p. and in the meantime take the required driving lessons.

LIGHTNING

Why are people dragging up 6 month old threads where the OP has never come back?