We also stock diesel versions of the small hatchback and family hatchback with an average of 50+ mpg, and models registered after 2001 are in a very cheap tax bracket.For a first time car, or cheap family runaround second car, both the Rover 100 1.1 8v or Rover 200 1.1 or 1.4 8v models are ideal  as they are in a very low insurance category, with cheap tax and excellent fuel economy. Good low mileage examples of these models are becoming increasingly hard to find, but we try to keep one or two on our stock. 

All our vehicles are serviced in our own Rover workshop, and particular care is given to the engine with regard to head gasket and timing belt.  We now use the upgraded gasket set, and the majority of our older models have this fitted, together with a new timing belt kit and waterpump.