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You can now pick up a practical Renault Espace for £2000
A Jazz is among the cosiest second-hand bargains you can buy, though it won't get you to your destination very quickly
One seller was asking £6500 for a 2013 Fiesta 1.6 TDCi
Small diesel cars can be astonishingly good value – to buy and run
Volkswagen Eos: this folding hard-top Golf is yours for £1495
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