How much to spend
£2000-£4999
You used to be able to take your pick at this price level but not now. Expect early and high-mileage cars mostly with more than 100,000 miles for sale privately and probably Cat D or N. Be very careful. Take an expert with you.
£5000-£9999
Where you’ll find the vast majority of Type Rs today. Generally, these will be with a lower mileage for the year (although most still in excess of 100k; expect to pay nearer the top end for cars with under that figure) and some from specialist dealers.