Simister’s smart buys

BMW’s reincarnation of the storied Mini hatchback is the ideal choice for any savvy shopper on the hunt for a fun, warmed-up supermini. Fine handling, precise steering and a torquey 1.6-litre engine c

List price £45,285 Best price £45,285 MPG 44.8 CO2 144g/km For Great to drive; comfortable ride on adaptive suspension; high-quality interior; decent space in rear seats Against Looks won’t be for eve

WORRIED YOU WEREN’T spending enough on your £92k M3 wagon? Lucky you, you can now spend an extra £35k on a hardcore CS version. You’ll buy it for the extra power, prowess and remarkable precision, but

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PRICE: £20,975–£23,975 The Panda was distinctly endangered for a while there (though you can still buy the old petrol one in Italy), but it’s been given a new lease of life with an electric powertrain

BEST SUB-£5k CLASSICS 1980 MGB ROADSTER