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1 I want to spend up to $9000
2 Hatchback or wagon
3 OK for town and long trips
4 Handbrake not a footbrake - because wife has a problem with left knee.
5 Automatic
6 Enough room for my drum kit when back seats are down
Currently looking at Honda Fit and Mitsubishi Colts, any ideas?

Hi Gary,
Honda Jazz and Fit are a popular choice, however sometimes the cvt transmission can shudder on take off, this usually due to lack of srevicing or incorrect fluid used.
I don't know a whole lot about the Colt, and ot aware of faults they have.
Maybe you also look at a Mazda 2005- 2009 Mazda3 or import Axela. These are a popular vehicle that don't seem to have ay reliablility issues.
My other pick would be a Toyota Corolla or similar import.