There are many different reasons why people would chose to drive a particular car a few being looks, speed, economy, realiability, comfort, practicality etc... I have asked myself what is most important to me and why?
Personally to me i feel reliability and economy play a big role in the choice i would make. Reliability because i want to have the confidence the car will start when i need it to start! Economy purley because Petrol, servicing, insurance and Road tax costs can have a big effect on your wallet during the lifetime of your car.
Being a keen car enthusiast i have looked at several models from various manufacturers and have shortlisted a few cars and denoted reasons why.
Firstly I personally cannot justify buying a brand new car from a showroom purely because the moment a car isn't brand new anymore, thousands can be wiped off its value. Even 'nearly new' cars can lose thousands over a few years ownership!
In order to combat depreciation I feel its best to buy a used car that has depreciated almost to nothing already! Or...Like I did buy a 'practical classic car' and stick two fingers up to depreciation forever!
1. Honda Civic - Hatch back (fifth gen. 1992-1995)
Looks years ahead of its time. Honda reliability with bomb proof engines and gearbox's. A great car that holds its value.
If lowered and complemented with deep dish alloys and stretched tyres this car looks brilliant! Economy is never a problem due to small engined versions and even V-TEC's have the best of both worlds. Sonmething like the vehicle pictured (owned by brother Kashif) can be had for less than 1000GBP all in (including the supporting mods). Hows that for value?! MashAllah.
2. Volkswagen Polo - (2000-2002)
Great little cars with rock solid reliability and easily accessible parts. 1.0 versions are a tad underpowered but very economical. Recommended to opt for the 1.4 version for the extra power. These cars can easily be modified with the wide range of deep dish wheels and coilovers catered.