Imo there are plenty of cheap reliable cars to be had for your 1k deposit. Personaly I'm happy to run around in a cheap car . I can never get me head around the fact that after folks shell out ££££ for cars on Pcp,s . If that don't continue to do it when the deal ends then they have to get the bus home ! In your case your going to shell out nearly 9 grand over four years and then possibly walk away with naff all ! Hope this helps
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