As studies find that half of Brits would buy a car for under £1,000, we ask the north east what was your first car, and what did you love and hate about it

Half of Brits would buy a car for under £1,000 — if the paperwork checks out
New research suggests many UK drivers would consider buying a used car costing less than one thousand pounds, as long as it has a solid MOT and service history. Motoring experts warn buyers to be realistic about potential risks and repair costs, so we took to the streets of Newcastle to find out what people in our region think.