Plus, its great to see such a realistic list on you tube from someone he clearly knows what they are talking about. I hate it when other you tube car experts start recommending "sick" leather seated high mileage Audi, Jags and BMW's just because they look good and will give you status on a budget (as in reality these will quickly empty your bank account when purchased cheap, old and high mileage).
As a mechanic myself, i usually laugh at these lists. But i must say, you have definitely done your homework, and put a good list of reliable cheap cars together. I personally only ever buy Japanese cars for my own use. I don't want to keep repairing my own cars as well as my customers 😅
@@tonysoprano9370if rust is an issue that’s how u know these engines are built to last, body falling apart due to nature and corruption yet engine still stands strong
We changed our cars two years ago but never got rid of the 10 reg 2.0dci Qashqai we have had since new , i run about here there and everywhere in it locally . Its done 180k now and still a nice drive . As for the Rav4 we actually bought a diesel 14 reg to replace my E46 coupe and we both love it . Brilliant car
If you go for a Toyota, avoid the MMT (Multimode Manual transmission). Unlike most things Toyota they are not reliable and they are expensive to fix. Many car dealers will also not take them in PX. I have a friend with one and he has had lots of trouble with it losing drive, not changing gear etc and that is despite £1000s spent on new actautors, calibration etc. It has done 70,000 miles... Lots of horror stories out there about them too.
@@JC-hu1wd Seems like a no brainer, the guard won't stop thieves who really want to get to it but making yours less of a target among many can be the difference between spending a small amount on the guard and installation (if you don't want to do it yourself) or having an unusable car and spending a higher amount for a new cat + labor.
I am going to state NO diesels post 2007 using a dpf and no Hondas post 2019 or Hyundai/Kia's post 2018. Keep it petrol/ keep it timing chain/ try your best to grab a Toyota Corolla/Avensis pre 2012 if you need a solid reliable easy to repair banger that will be safe for family, travel, budget and maintenance. If you have been scammed and ignorant like myself and purchased a dpf diesel, delete and remap it if you want to save the engine and sanity. Keeping in mind that dpf deletes are illegal unless it is run offroad untaxed. Testing for a delete is purely visual. Make informed choices, that advice cost me £20 grand our wee family didn't have. Cheers for the content. at the 6:20 mark, I could not agree more. In the short term it seems petrol is more expensive as you get less mileage but it is cheaper and more cost effective long term. Your engine will live double the life, you do not have to fight with a $500 dpf replacement/ limp mode codes/ £300 dpf clean or any of the alternatives that essentially kill your engine regardless. It is not cheaper or more efficient or better for the environment to run tiny car/suv diesels.
Own a mk2 Jazz, just sold a Civic Type R and have owned other Hondas so can vouch for the reliability. Now looking to buy a CR-Z if I can find the right one
I just bought a 2010 Honda Jazz hybrid, I initially looked at the Yaris hybrid but I never heard back from the garage so I ended up with the Jazz, it's brilliant, the seats fold in all different ways, it's got great carrying capacity, it's done 70000 miles, not a record breaker, not as economical as I thought, but it's quiet, runs so well and the automatic box is lovely and smooth, it's my people carrier and load carrier, my main car is a 2011 Smart diesel, does loas of miles to the gallon, again, extremely cheap to run, it's covered over 150,000 miles, a daily commute of 60 miles, a superb vehicle, I'll keep that until it stops running
On my 5th Jazz...like a swiss watch .all of them .service once a year...ok not ultra comfortable long distance..steering can be a bit vague at times ..check rear arches..that apart 100 pc reliable ..good gas mileage...tons of space.Magic seats a boon ..show me another car in that class.ok maybe Toyota Yaris ...defo reccommend Honda
@@JC-hu1wd one cat is mounted on the engine on the later model you mentioned but the expensive 2nd cat is mounted right underneath for easy access to thieves.
We have owned our 2012 Honda Jazz since six months after first registration. After Honda 5 year free servicing (paid by prior owner) I have DIYed. Faultless and dirt cheap and easy to service. Just watch for rust round the petrol filler cap.
The rust takes hold everywhere on these if you don’t watch out. Wheel arches, all underneath has no protection from rust on Hondas. If you don’t address it, will become a real issue.
Jazz and Yaris engines may be great, but underneath rust can be a problem. My auntie's Mk2 Jazz fell to the floor whilst driving along when the rear axle gave way. Young grandkids in the back. The road spring flew out like a wacky races scene. 😱
I and people I know have had Mazda's as well that all had rust problems. Not sure how true it is, BUT, someone told me they don't salt the roads in Japan in the winter and as a result the paint isn't up to scratch for the UK.
As a jazz mk1 and crv mk2 owner I completely agree. Both on 300000km with just normal service. The jazz may look like a granny car but it's also very fun on the twisty roads.
Agree generally with CRV but subject to rusting including very awkward brake pipe rust. Also VVT engine goes flat when you delay oil change - not a bad thing!
Great list. I've owned three Honda Jazzes, and my Mk2 (pictured in your video) is still going strong. Have never had a single issue, replacement brakes aside.
MY 07 HONDA ACCORD 2.2CDTI is now at 313k miles, it has not had an easy life and the only things that have been replaced are consumables - it hasn't even needed an exhaust, these can be found with 100k for less than 2k, that is a car that will last you a long time
I've had a Honda Jazz and have a CR-Z, think I will either get a GT86 or MX5 next but won't be for a while! But it's possible I may just get another Honda!
After my leather seated top of the range Ford Focus Ghia ended up going to we buy any car after 6 months of ownership following a crack in the engine at 30,000 miles, I just wanted something reliable so purchased Honda Jazz ex (despite not being a Granny). With the exception of rear break callipers sticking at 13 years old (maybe down to inactivity caused by covid lockdown) and a clutch change and spark plug change at 75,000 miles, nothing has gone wrong with it (and despite its car for OAP status, I actually find it can be quite fun to drive - just wish they had made a Type R version in this country with the huge BHP like they did in other countries). Great list and video.
I went from a 2004 Jaguar XJ to a Toyota Aygo because the big ECU problem in the Jag. I can honestly say the Aygo is not that bad at all. I am saving loads of money running it and enjoying trips in it.
You shot a CRV!? 😂😂😂 I've got a 2014 second hand one for towing the caravan and it's a beauty. My work car is a 2009 Mitsubishi Colt 1.2, looks like a zombie with 140k on the clock and lacquer peeling off everywhere (yep, it's red) but I got it for sub £2k 5 years ago and costs very little to run and I can average 52mpg (had it up to 68mpg sticking to 50 on motorways). Great video, as always, you never let us down 👍
They need to fund public transport in London somehow, and taxing drivers by any means possible (while blaming drivers for any problem ever) seems to be their solution... None of it is to fix roads or clean the air, it's to offset losses and pay their friends bonuses for failing.
i hope your well i love all your car content,quality audi a3 se 8p 2010 1.6tdi sportback is 20 tax and 60 mpg and 18e insurance its reliable and its a bargain at under 4k its on my on my list,all the best m8
Ive had my octavia since brand new bought in 2008 i havent has any problems other than my engine fireing a pisto out of it at around 250k km now has 350k+km on it havent had any problems
I'm a takeaway delivery driver of 10 years. I've owned many cars big and small doing my job over the years. The job I do hammers cars. The most reliable car I've owned is the car I've got now my suzuki alto 2009 1litre,had it for 2 years. I've banged it round the streets like a tin of beans and it stands upto all the abuse of my job. Never let's me down. It doesn't have all the computer crap just an old school petrol engine. Simple and practical. A close second is a Nissan note diesel 1.5dci. Great cars, roomy and cheap.
Mk 6 Fiesta ST. Timing chain naturally aspirated 2.0 petrol. I've had mine for 5 years, first year I did 40 thousand miles without reply, better than any modern ford eco boost engine, vag TSI rubbish or diesel dpf woes. Buy one, never be cheaper than they are now 👍
For me, #1 would be a circa 1962 Morris Minor 1000. Register it as a classic to save even more. Depreciation is zero and yes a decent every day car can be had for £4000.
Glad the LC was at the end. After 12 years of Land Rover and range rover junk, I’ve just bought a 13 year old Land Cruiser 150, and really loving it. Few very minor issues, like a sticky tailgate lock mechanism, which is to be expected any old. 160,000 mile car really, but other than that…. Drive it as often as I can. Simply amazing things.
I have personally failed atleast 4 Honda Jazz on rust they literally rust for fun they are really hard to recommend, I thought they mk1s were bad but the mk2s are exactly the same
I and people I know have had Mazda's that have all had major rust problems too. Not sure how true this is, BUT, I was told that in Japan they don't salt the roads in the winter, as a result the paint isn't up to scratch for the UK.
Agree about most of these motors but personally have found Peugeot and Citroen badged Peugeot not reliable at all. Also modern VW group motors tend to be crap. Toyota Land cruiser was known to have fragile transfer box.
You missed out Suzuki. Not flash but super reliable. I have also owned two Hondas, two Toyotas and two Mitsubishis. Love reading about flash and expensive cars but also only like owning ones that don’t break down. Gave up buying any British or European models 40 years ago.
Hi was told that the Jaz has a very low safety rating . Crash tests showed up the car didn't crash well . Some models got band in the USA . What do you think about the SAAB 93 - 95. I have owned a 95 and couldn't fault it . Cheap to run and never let me down . I am a biker and love Honda as a brand first class . Not the cheapest to repair but they just go on . Skoda is a very good bet . But a good service history is important. I agree with you a HPI check is so important . I did a HPI on a Ford Mondeo two years ago .Wow it showed that the milage was 100,000 miles out and that it had been a police car . The trader lied and said that i had HPI the wrong car .Bloody fool must think that i am just as stupid as him. . It had also been a bloody Taxi and was still registered as a Taxi. Check the cars out or you will get screwed.
Can I ask why the fully Aluminium body and panels and of the Audi A2 doesnt tick all the boxes. Engines are super reliable, rust proof, supper usable with removeable rear seats turns it into a van, unbelievably economic and parts are dirt cheap....
People making these kinds of videos tend to base their results on manual cars. But with the rise of popularity in automatics, I’m curious what a list of reliable automatic cars would be.
@koolade76 thanks mate I can't stand how the k12 look and by then they weren't built in Sunderland uk anymore so the whole heritage of Micra changed between our models but, I'm not putting your motor down in any way, they are probably way better than I would like to think.
Great list agree with you most from two of the best manufacturers of cars Toyota and Honda l am a Toyota fan boy because my 1997 Toyota Hilux it is extremely reliable has a lot to do with the 22R engine which makes a couple of lists of the best and reliable engines ever made and in Australia Toyota has been the biggest selling vehicle brand for the past 25 years so there are plenty of Toyota's for sale well not really because people hang on there Toyota's for 10 20 or 30 years and never sell them because they go on and on also there are plenty of older Honda's around my sister inlaw has first generation Honda Jazz she will never get rid of it because it so reliable since l retired l have watched you tube there only two countries that make very reliable vehicles that is obviously Japan and lndia yes lndia they have been building Suzuki's there for many years and our 2017 Suzuki Baleno was built in lndia and the Mahindra another extremely reliable brand have seen four Mahindra PikUps do over 500000 kilometres which many European brands will l l never archive we get them in Australia not popular at the moment but as Australian come to learn how reliable they are they will come around there range is limited to two utes and two 4X4 6 seater people movers and they are cheaper than the Japanese rivals and just as good
I went from Honda to Skoda, biggest mistake of my life. A Mk2 CRV to Mk3 Octavia, what a load of crap. Clutch, injector loom, abs unit, spent 3x more on repairs than the car. Parts costs a fortune compared to a Honda or a Toyota. Plus the VW electrics are shockingly cheap and nasty. Air bag warning light if you move the front seats, fault was the fixed connector not the loom which actually moved 🤬. Just scrapped the Octavia today, can’t wait to get another Honda.
Yep I've owned a number of petrol engined Mazda's over the years and today have a Mazda 2 (18 plate) as a second car. Brilliantly reliable cars and easy to run. Not really any difference to Honda - owned three of them too.
I've had Mazda 323Fs, MX-3, 3 and 6s in the past.. All petrol.. Never an issue bar the odd usual wear and tear suspension bushing or bearings as all cars have.. Up there with Toyota and Honda.. Only Mazda diesels seem to have a bad reputation.. But their petrols are dam good..
P.S, when recommending Honda & Toyota cars from now on, you have to open with your best Scotty Kilmer impression. Rev up your engines in a Scottish accent. I'd love to hear that.
A bit off topic here but have you done or considered doing a buyers guide to Aston Martin DB9s? I remember the Bentley Continental one and got a lot of good info from it! Cheers!👍😊
Yeah I don't think those are popular in Japan or the US so they typically buy in diesel engines from other manufacturers for the European market some of which are ok but just not up to the same standard as their petrol engines. I personally think keeping to petrol and a manual gear box gives you a huge head start in reliability anyway even better if you can avoid a turbo in the engine. I've had my car almost 10 years from new and done nothing to it apart from 2 new tyres and general servicing. It's not diesel, automatic or has a turbo just a very basic car. Saying that it still has air conditioning, heated powered mirrors, electric windows, 6 speaker audio system etc just the engine and transmission is basic.
Most of the Skoda stuff is pretty reliable ime, and more importantly spare parts don't break the bank if something does go, especially as they share parts with many other VW group cars and there is a plentiful supply of quality used parts from scrappies. Smaller garages seem very familiar with the engines and other mechanicals too, so there should not be too many sharp intakes of breath when you ask for an estimate for a service or a repair.
In terms of the engines, the 1.9 diesel is the same in Skoda, VW, Audi, Seat, Ford Galaxy and other cars. Lift the badge off the engine and there's the embeded VW badge underneath. The more common it is the more parts there are and the more mechanics know about it.
Oh dear, maybe you had the wrong tools? It was a 52 plate twin spark Jazz I did, the car is long gone to a new owner so no "evidence" I'm afraid. When I got it, it ran jerky so I replaced all 8 plugs, the back ones were in much worse condition than the fronts which strongly suggests the previous owner neglected to change the "impossible" rear ones. It ran fine with 8 new ones. My dad and brother are mechanics so I grew up with my head in various engine bays. As I recall I just used the correct length extension bar on my socket so as to not foul the scuttle area of the car. Maybe small hands and patience helps, but I don't even remember swearing and "how the f...?" moments on the task.
I had a jazz that had been sat for a couple years start up no bother with a new battery, but the rear axle had rusted out so it went in the bin 🥲 get your monies worth in scrap though because the cat I got 310quid
Japanese cars from this era may be the most reliable mechanically, but in my experience they corrode badly underneath. Any jobs that involve replacing suspension parts will take ten times longer than you think and involve lots of swearing, blow torches and cutting discs. For that reason I won't touch them with a barge pole. Sticking brake callipers and knocking suspension is standard.
@@eddy45686 yes but when you have issues there are not many mechanics in the UK that will work on them. Typically dealership who will want to replace parts that are £1000s rather than try to repair them. So I wouldn't advise it if looking for cheap reliable cars. Non hybrid would be a different story
Plus, its great to see such a realistic list on you tube from someone he clearly knows what they are talking about. I hate it when other you tube car experts start recommending "sick" leather seated high mileage Audi, Jags and BMW's just because they look good and will give you status on a budget (as in reality these will quickly empty your bank account when purchased cheap, old and high mileage).
As a mechanic myself, i usually laugh at these lists. But i must say, you have definitely done your homework, and put a good list of reliable cheap cars together. I personally only ever buy Japanese cars for my own use. I don't want to keep repairing my own cars as well as my customers 😅
Top tip, buy what mechanics and taxi drivers drive
So what do you advise a young lady driver to buy as her first car under budget
@maureenigben2322 Toyota, honda , looks boring but Dead reliable
I had an accord, a jazz and now a crv...all great machines
me too, in the same order
I love the engines but the rust really annoys me. They take a lot of TLC
@@tonysoprano9370if rust is an issue that’s how u know these engines are built to last, body falling apart due to nature and corruption yet engine still stands strong
We changed our cars two years ago but never got rid of the 10 reg 2.0dci Qashqai we have had since new , i run about here there and everywhere in it locally . Its done 180k now and still a nice drive . As for the Rav4 we actually bought a diesel 14 reg to replace my E46 coupe and we both love it . Brilliant car
I've a 2010 Civic 2.2 cdti done 156k and still runs lovely and smooth.
If you go for a Toyota, avoid the MMT (Multimode Manual transmission). Unlike most things Toyota they are not reliable and they are expensive to fix. Many car dealers will also not take them in PX. I have a friend with one and he has had lots of trouble with it losing drive, not changing gear etc and that is despite £1000s spent on new actautors, calibration etc. It has done 70,000 miles... Lots of horror stories out there about them too.
Hi. I believe those quality Honda catalytic converters are targeted by thieves.
Yes mine was ripped off 1998 accord coupe
They target any car with one, my dad had a 1998 Mazda 626 and they stole his in broad daylight. That was about 3 years ago.
You'll also pay through the nose for insurance as the cats are too vulnerable to theft 😢😊
Quite cheap to buy a cat guard. First thing I did on my 2006 Jazz along with the underseal.
@@JC-hu1wd Seems like a no brainer, the guard won't stop thieves who really want to get to it but making yours less of a target among many can be the difference between spending a small amount on the guard and installation (if you don't want to do it yourself) or having an unusable car and spending a higher amount for a new cat + labor.
currently own a fk2 civic and suzuki swift no issues at all..used to own a jazz and accord as well good cars but vw golfs are poor
I am going to state NO diesels post 2007 using a dpf and no Hondas post 2019 or Hyundai/Kia's post 2018. Keep it petrol/ keep it timing chain/ try your best to grab a Toyota Corolla/Avensis pre 2012 if you need a solid reliable easy to repair banger that will be safe for family, travel, budget and maintenance.
If you have been scammed and ignorant like myself and purchased a dpf diesel, delete and remap it if you want to save the engine and sanity. Keeping in mind that dpf deletes are illegal unless it is run offroad untaxed. Testing for a delete is purely visual. Make informed choices, that advice cost me £20 grand our wee family didn't have.
Cheers for the content.
at the 6:20 mark, I could not agree more. In the short term it seems petrol is more expensive as you get less mileage but it is cheaper and more cost effective long term. Your engine will live double the life, you do not have to fight with a $500 dpf replacement/ limp mode codes/ £300 dpf clean or any of the alternatives that essentially kill your engine regardless. It is not cheaper or more efficient or better for the environment to run tiny car/suv diesels.
Own a mk2 Jazz, just sold a Civic Type R and have owned other Hondas so can vouch for the reliability. Now looking to buy a CR-Z if I can find the right one
I just bought a 2010 Honda Jazz hybrid, I initially looked at the Yaris hybrid but I never heard back from the garage so I ended up with the Jazz, it's brilliant, the seats fold in all different ways, it's got great carrying capacity, it's done 70000 miles, not a record breaker, not as economical as I thought, but it's quiet, runs so well and the automatic box is lovely and smooth, it's my people carrier and load carrier, my main car is a 2011 Smart diesel, does loas of miles to the gallon, again, extremely cheap to run, it's covered over 150,000 miles, a daily commute of 60 miles, a superb vehicle, I'll keep that until it stops running
On my 5th Jazz...like a swiss watch .all of them .service once a year...ok not ultra comfortable long distance..steering can be a bit vague at times ..check rear arches..that apart 100 pc reliable ..good gas mileage...tons of space.Magic seats a boon ..show me another car in that class.ok maybe Toyota Yaris ...defo reccommend Honda
Yes! It may not be the coolest car but it certainly is one of the most reliable on the roads 😁 enjoy
Prefer a yaris as no rust and slightly taller easier to get in and out
I'd say Jazz too but catalytic converter theft makes them too high a risk
@@mickl8212 I had a cat guard fitted on mine. 2006 model. 2008/9 onwards the cat is mounted nearer the engine bay.
@@JC-hu1wd one cat is mounted on the engine on the later model you mentioned but the expensive 2nd cat is mounted right underneath for easy access to thieves.
We have owned our 2012 Honda Jazz since six months after first registration. After Honda 5 year free servicing (paid by prior owner) I have DIYed.
Faultless and dirt cheap and easy to service.
Just watch for rust round the petrol filler cap.
The rust takes hold everywhere on these if you don’t watch out. Wheel arches, all underneath has no protection from rust on Hondas. If you don’t address it, will become a real issue.
Jazz and Yaris engines may be great, but underneath rust can be a problem. My auntie's Mk2 Jazz fell to the floor whilst driving along when the rear axle gave way. Young grandkids in the back. The road spring flew out like a wacky races scene. 😱
I and people I know have had Mazda's as well that all had rust problems. Not sure how true it is, BUT, someone told me they don't salt the roads in Japan in the winter and as a result the paint isn't up to scratch for the UK.
As a jazz mk1 and crv mk2 owner I completely agree. Both on 300000km with just normal service. The jazz may look like a granny car but it's also very fun on the twisty roads.
Agree generally with CRV but subject to rusting including very awkward brake pipe rust. Also VVT engine goes flat when you delay oil change - not a bad thing!
Great list. I've owned three Honda Jazzes, and my Mk2 (pictured in your video) is still going strong. Have never had a single issue, replacement brakes aside.
MY 07 HONDA ACCORD 2.2CDTI is now at 313k miles, it has not had an easy life and the only things that have been replaced are consumables - it hasn't even needed an exhaust, these can be found with 100k for less than 2k, that is a car that will last you a long time
Auto or manual?
I've had a Honda Jazz and have a CR-Z, think I will either get a GT86 or MX5 next but won't be for a while! But it's possible I may just get another Honda!
After my leather seated top of the range Ford Focus Ghia ended up going to we buy any car after 6 months of ownership following a crack in the engine at 30,000 miles, I just wanted something reliable so purchased Honda Jazz ex (despite not being a Granny). With the exception of rear break callipers sticking at 13 years old (maybe down to inactivity caused by covid lockdown) and a clutch change and spark plug change at 75,000 miles, nothing has gone wrong with it (and despite its car for OAP status, I actually find it can be quite fun to drive - just wish they had made a Type R version in this country with the huge BHP like they did in other countries). Great list and video.
I went from a 2004 Jaguar XJ to a Toyota Aygo because the big ECU problem in the Jag. I can honestly say the Aygo is not that bad at all. I am saving loads of money running it and enjoying trips in it.
You shot a CRV!? 😂😂😂 I've got a 2014 second hand one for towing the caravan and it's a beauty. My work car is a 2009 Mitsubishi Colt 1.2, looks like a zombie with 140k on the clock and lacquer peeling off everywhere (yep, it's red) but I got it for sub £2k 5 years ago and costs very little to run and I can average 52mpg (had it up to 68mpg sticking to 50 on motorways). Great video, as always, you never let us down 👍
I had several cars of different makes - by far the cheapest was a Volvo simply because nothing ever broke - all the others needed work every year
Please make a video on Toyota corolla 1.6 valavemtic petrol
What are your thoughts on the Toyota Yaris sr 1.8?
Road tax on older cars getting ridiculous,£230 a year on my 2003 fiesta 1.4 and over £400 on my civic ep3 type r 2006,crv tax is also very expensive.
18 yr old berlingo 1.6 petrol £360 bloody ridiculous does 4k miles a year
scums in gvt pushing us off the road
They need to fund public transport in London somehow, and taxing drivers by any means possible (while blaming drivers for any problem ever) seems to be their solution... None of it is to fix roads or clean the air, it's to offset losses and pay their friends bonuses for failing.
Buy a 2015 yaris 1.33, road tax is 35 pound a year.
That's not too bad , I pay 80 a month for my Kia Magentis
If I'm looking for a 2nd hand car in the UK I'd surely consider a Lexus
The IS 300h is a great car, with late models (2018-20) on the market at reasonable cost. They're a superb car to drive and travel in.
I'm sold on Honda! Had two sedan Accords but due to space I got an SAAB estate and looking to now get a Honda CRV.
Which year of CRV ? We have buyers guides for the mk2 and mk4 (mk5 coming soon) on the channel. Great choice!
I'm surprised they ain't no Mazda petrol models here.. The Mazda 2, 3 & 6s are very reliable...
my mazda 2 petrol fell apart. made the mistake moving to a french car and now thats falling apart haha
i hope your well i love all your car content,quality audi a3 se 8p 2010 1.6tdi sportback is 20 tax and 60 mpg and 18e insurance its reliable and its a bargain at under 4k its on my on my list,all the best m8
Ive had my octavia since brand new bought in 2008 i havent has any problems other than my engine fireing a pisto out of it at around 250k km now has 350k+km on it havent had any problems
I'm a takeaway delivery driver of 10 years. I've owned many cars big and small doing my job over the years. The job I do hammers cars. The most reliable car I've owned is the car I've got now my suzuki alto 2009 1litre,had it for 2 years. I've banged it round the streets like a tin of beans and it stands upto all the abuse of my job. Never let's me down. It doesn't have all the computer crap just an old school petrol engine. Simple and practical. A close second is a Nissan note diesel 1.5dci. Great cars, roomy and cheap.
Really good informative video!
And your dog is amazing!
Cheers buddy 😁👍🏼
Did I miss the Buyer's Guide promised at 01:17?
Mk 6 Fiesta ST. Timing chain naturally aspirated 2.0 petrol. I've had mine for 5 years, first year I did 40 thousand miles without reply, better than any modern ford eco boost engine, vag TSI rubbish or diesel dpf woes. Buy one, never be cheaper than they are now 👍
@richardburns5925
So... what's your sample size again?
Oh yeah right, one car huh?
Cool story bro!
2009 Accord 2.4 144k km. Brilliantly
For me, #1 would be a circa 1962 Morris Minor 1000. Register it as a classic to save even more. Depreciation is zero and yes a decent every day car can be had for £4000.
Honda baby. Bikes and cars, one of the best tech companies out there. And I'm a ( older ) BMW man.
My fn2 which I bought off you and my mk9 civic have been ultra reliable, would find it hard to buy anything else
Any thoughts on Suzuki Swift 2008, 1.3 petrol?
Very reliable
Hi just found your channel. Best automatic gearbox on a similar or lower budget…?
Great job with the time stamps 🙏
Please, which is the best 8th generation Accord?
Glad the LC was at the end. After 12 years of Land Rover and range rover junk, I’ve just bought a 13 year old Land Cruiser 150, and really loving it. Few very minor issues, like a sticky tailgate lock mechanism, which is to be expected any old. 160,000 mile car really, but other than that…. Drive it as often as I can. Simply amazing things.
Cheap and reliable is awesome!
Nice to see kind words fir the Aygo, I have a 2022 Aygo X, welcome to review it, if you bring the rott 😊
You mention @1:17 a buyers guide for the Jazz but couldn't see it?
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Mk2 CRV diesel didn't get a DPF. Mk3 from 2009 on did.
I have personally failed atleast 4 Honda Jazz on rust they literally rust for fun they are really hard to recommend, I thought they mk1s were bad but the mk2s are exactly the same
I and people I know have had Mazda's that have all had major rust problems too. Not sure how true this is, BUT, I was told that in Japan they don't salt the roads in the winter, as a result the paint isn't up to scratch for the UK.
What about the suzuki swift and vitra both very reliable
Gearbox is costly to repair and source.
Agree about most of these motors but personally have found Peugeot and Citroen badged Peugeot not reliable at all. Also modern VW group motors tend to be crap. Toyota Land cruiser was known to have fragile transfer box.
Very informative, thanks.
But you missed out the promised Buying/Rust guide on the Jazz & Civic?
Volvo D5's! Reliable and long lasting.
You missed out Suzuki. Not flash but super reliable. I have also owned two Hondas, two Toyotas and two Mitsubishis. Love reading about flash and expensive cars but also only like owning ones that don’t break down. Gave up buying any British or European models 40 years ago.
Can you do most reliable auto gearboxes for under 10k ?
Added to the list! ✍️ 🙏
Any views on the nissan note 1.2 dig s engine ?
Hi was told that the Jaz has a very low safety rating . Crash tests showed up the car didn't crash well . Some models got band in the USA . What do you think about the SAAB 93 - 95. I have owned a 95 and couldn't fault it . Cheap to run and never let me down . I am a biker and love Honda as a brand first class . Not the cheapest to repair but they just go on . Skoda is a very good bet . But a good service history is important. I agree with you a HPI check is so important . I did a HPI on a Ford Mondeo two years ago .Wow it showed that the milage was 100,000 miles out and that it had been a police car . The trader lied and said that i had HPI the wrong car .Bloody fool must think that i am just as stupid as him. . It had also been a bloody Taxi and was still registered as a Taxi. Check the cars out or you will get screwed.
How do you rate the auris?? Need to get a new car soon and on a tight budget !
My 56 plate civic 100k 2 and half years owned 300 for 2 ABS sensors that's it
Can I ask why the fully Aluminium body and panels and of the Audi A2 doesnt tick all the boxes. Engines are super reliable, rust proof, supper usable with removeable rear seats turns it into a van, unbelievably economic and parts are dirt cheap....
I've had honda nissan suzuki toyota and lexus all ran to 200,000 miles no hassle
Got rid of my jazz due to high insurance cost
Cats regularly cut off them.
I put a cat guard on my 2006 Sport. Insurance fully comp was £230
I have had a 05 Toyota Corolla for the last 4 years and never missed a beat,paid £800 for it 😀
Amazing
@@ScottishCarClan i want something quicker more comfortable etc but can't bare to part with it lol
4k will buy a low miles Up/Citigo/Mii. Very reliable and a bit more polished than the aygo variants
No Suzuki Swift ? I have the Swift Sport ultra reliable in 3 years no issues ,sails through MOts. Much cheaper than a Jazz. Japanese quality for less
Great info. Thanks.
People making these kinds of videos tend to base their results on manual cars. But with the rise of popularity in automatics, I’m curious what a list of reliable automatic cars would be.
You’re the second to ask for it. You make a great point! I’ll get another video made
How about a list of cars to avoid at circa £4000
Small
Meduim
Large
Luxury
Off road
Convertibel.
My 2002 k11 Micra laughs from his throne 😎
A solid bet too to be honest!
K12s also go on strong; the seat upholstery has worn in mine, other than wear and tear bits it’s fairly unbreakable never failed an MOT.
@koolade76 thanks mate I can't stand how the k12 look and by then they weren't built in Sunderland uk anymore so the whole heritage of Micra changed between our models but, I'm not putting your motor down in any way, they are probably way better than I would like to think.
I had 3 k11's one after the other. Magic little cars!
@stevecarmo548 Nice one, Micra massive! I'm on my second and my only complaint is that the newest k11 are 21yrs old now. Sad times!
Great list agree with you most from two of the best manufacturers of cars Toyota and Honda l am a Toyota fan boy because my 1997 Toyota Hilux it is extremely reliable has a lot to do with the 22R engine which makes a couple of lists of the best and reliable engines ever made and in Australia Toyota has been the biggest selling vehicle brand for the past 25 years so there are plenty of Toyota's for sale well not really because people hang on there Toyota's for 10 20 or 30 years and never sell them because they go on and on also there are plenty of older Honda's around my sister inlaw has first generation Honda Jazz she will never get rid of it because it so reliable since l retired l have watched you tube there only two countries that make very reliable vehicles that is obviously Japan and lndia yes lndia they have been building Suzuki's there for many years and our 2017 Suzuki Baleno was built in lndia and the Mahindra another extremely reliable brand have seen four Mahindra PikUps do over 500000 kilometres which many European brands will l l never archive we get them in Australia not popular at the moment but as Australian come to learn how reliable they are they will come around there range is limited to two utes and two 4X4 6 seater people movers and they are cheaper than the Japanese rivals and just as good
The problem with the Honda Jazz and CRV is that they are attract so many catalytic convertor thieves.
I’m desperate looking for 2nd small car after handing over my car to my wife.
Looks like I know exactly what to find now.
Thanks bud
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What sort of mileage should you look for on a reliable car of £4k
Petrol rav 4 super reliable but heavy on fuel. Shame, I’d still have mine otherwise
I went from Honda to Skoda, biggest mistake of my life.
A Mk2 CRV to Mk3 Octavia, what a load of crap.
Clutch, injector loom, abs unit, spent 3x more on repairs than the car.
Parts costs a fortune compared to a Honda or a Toyota.
Plus the VW electrics are shockingly cheap and nasty.
Air bag warning light if you move the front seats, fault was the fixed connector not the loom which actually moved 🤬.
Just scrapped the Octavia today, can’t wait to get another Honda.
I've got a Skoda it's bulletproof
One thing, you forgot to mention a new seat for a Landcruiser retails at £7000 they're that well made 🤔
No mention of Mazda ?
Yep I've owned a number of petrol engined Mazda's over the years and today have a Mazda 2 (18 plate) as a second car. Brilliantly reliable cars and easy to run. Not really any difference to Honda - owned three of them too.
I've had Mazda 323Fs, MX-3, 3 and 6s in the past.. All petrol.. Never an issue bar the odd usual wear and tear suspension bushing or bearings as all cars have.. Up there with Toyota and Honda.. Only Mazda diesels seem to have a bad reputation.. But their petrols are dam good..
Thank you, excellent choices. My Toyota Corolla was faultless, I'd buy another or pretty well any Toyota.
Thanks m8!
Great information
Great video
Quite surprised suzuki wasn't on the list.
Suzuki alto ?
P.S, when recommending Honda & Toyota cars from now on, you have to open with your best Scotty Kilmer impression. Rev up your engines in a Scottish accent. I'd love to hear that.
I have found Toyota & Honda as great cars not to much goes wrong .
A bit off topic here but have you done or considered doing a buyers guide to Aston Martin DB9s?
I remember the Bentley Continental one and got a lot of good info from it!
Cheers!👍😊
Hi mate, all topics welcome 😁 Yes, funnily enough we have one arranged for March all being well!
@@ScottishCarClan
Brilliant! Top job! 👍👏👏👏
How come you omitted the Range Rover? 😂😂😂
Couldnt photo it cos was in shop
Mate, where can I find a Range Rover under £4000 😂???
Range Rover reliable lol
Under £4000?
Rangerover would be in the piece of shit list😅
What's your opinion on the kia sportage 1.7 diesel
Bollocks
I wouldn’t recommend Japanese diesels personally
Yeah I don't think those are popular in Japan or the US so they typically buy in diesel engines from other manufacturers for the European market some of which are ok but just not up to the same standard as their petrol engines. I personally think keeping to petrol and a manual gear box gives you a huge head start in reliability anyway even better if you can avoid a turbo in the engine. I've had my car almost 10 years from new and done nothing to it apart from 2 new tyres and general servicing. It's not diesel, automatic or has a turbo just a very basic car. Saying that it still has air conditioning, heated powered mirrors, electric windows, 6 speaker audio system etc just the engine and transmission is basic.
Toyota diesels are a problem, especially with the RAV4's.
This guy not mentioning such just shows how utterly worthless his advice is.
Most of the Skoda stuff is pretty reliable ime, and more importantly spare parts don't break the bank if something does go, especially as they share parts with many other VW group cars and there is a plentiful supply of quality used parts from scrappies. Smaller garages seem very familiar with the engines and other mechanicals too, so there should not be too many sharp intakes of breath when you ask for an estimate for a service or a repair.
In terms of the engines, the 1.9 diesel is the same in Skoda, VW, Audi, Seat, Ford Galaxy and other cars. Lift the badge off the engine and there's the embeded VW badge underneath. The more common it is the more parts there are and the more mechanics know about it.
Don’t buy jazz with 8 spark plugs. I know its a 4 cylinder but some jazz engines have 2 plugs per cylinder nigh on impossible to change
I managed to change them all on my mk1 Jazz, and I'm a girl
@@itchyscratch3829interesting go girl as a honda mechanic gave me that advice🤷🏻♂️
@@itchyscratch3829take a reality pill. Keyboard action send me a video utter tosh IF was the 8 plugs
Oh dear, maybe you had the wrong tools? It was a 52 plate twin spark Jazz I did, the car is long gone to a new owner so no "evidence" I'm afraid. When I got it, it ran jerky so I replaced all 8 plugs, the back ones were in much worse condition than the fronts which strongly suggests the previous owner neglected to change the "impossible" rear ones. It ran fine with 8 new ones. My dad and brother are mechanics so I grew up with my head in various engine bays. As I recall I just used the correct length extension bar on my socket so as to not foul the scuttle area of the car. Maybe small hands and patience helps, but I don't even remember swearing and "how the f...?" moments on the task.
I had 2 of those cars in my short list what do you reckon to the Suzuki Swift?
Great video thanks
Honda jazz all the waaaaaaaaaaaaaaay!🍀🍀🍀
I had a jazz that had been sat for a couple years start up no bother with a new battery, but the rear axle had rusted out so it went in the bin 🥲 get your monies worth in scrap though because the cat I got 310quid
My most reliable car is my 2001 MR2 , owned from new
Japanese cars from this era may be the most reliable mechanically, but in my experience they corrode badly underneath. Any jobs that involve replacing suspension parts will take ten times longer than you think and involve lots of swearing, blow torches and cutting discs. For that reason I won't touch them with a barge pole. Sticking brake callipers and knocking suspension is standard.
I agree on the curse quotent of these vehicles.
The nuts n bolts underneath always seem too small to me
At the end …….No tip on managing rust.
ive had three ford fucuses never let me down
No
Mention of
Lexus? RX or GS?
Luxury hybrid cars for that budget not worth it - 08 GS450h owner
@@JimmyBob708 sure gs450h can be bought for 4k?
@@eddy45686 yes but when you have issues there are not many mechanics in the UK that will work on them. Typically dealership who will want to replace parts that are £1000s rather than try to repair them. So I wouldn't advise it if looking for cheap reliable cars. Non hybrid would be a different story
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