if you want to save money you need to buy a cheap little old car, no point trying to save money and spending £5k + on a newer car, it's false economy.
a mate has got a classic wagon turbo, he was using it for work everyday and racking up the miles. he bought a kia pride to use as a daily, 50+ mpg and £200 insurance. he has saved enough money for some proper mods, he's now running 380 + bhp, sti block, 6 speed and meth.
when she can drive, she can choose the car