The DAIHATSU CUORE (1997-03) 3DR HATCHBACK 1.0 is a tiny, three-door city car: lightweight transport rather than a family hatchback or motorway cruiser. In the UK used-car market, it sits among budget-friendly Japanese runabouts, appealing to drivers who want an easy-to-park car for town streets, short journeys and errands. Mycarcheck.com has recorded six look-ups across five distinct VINs, so its figures offer a small snapshot, not a definitive market average. Those checks show an average private-sale valuation of £300, average recorded mileage of 56,000 miles and annual mileage of 3,000 miles; the cars averaged just under four previous keepers. The Cuore suits first-time drivers, solo commuters or anyone seeking an inexpensive second car. Its compact shape, simple layout and economical 1.0-litre engine favour easy town driving. Against rivals such as the Fiat Seicento and Hyundai Atos, it offers straightforward, practical motoring, but age and condition are still crucial today.