The CITROEN C3 (2002-10) 5DR HATCHBACK 1.1 61 VIBE is a small, five-door city hatchback aimed at affordable everyday motoring. In the UK used-car market, it sits among practical superminis such as the Ford Fiesta and Renault Clio, offering easy town driving and useful rear doors without the cost or size of a family car. Mycarcheck.com records show 100 checks covering 70 different VINs, giving a useful snapshot of cars being researched. The average private-sale valuation is £900, with average recorded mileage of 79,000 and annual use around 5,000 miles. Cars have averaged just over three previous keepers, so check each car’s history and condition carefully. Its cheerful styling, five-door layout and modest 1.1-litre engine suit city commuters, first-time drivers and budget-conscious households. Easy to place and economical to run, it is less brisk than larger-engined rivals, but comfort and character make the Vibe a friendly alternative to conventional superminis.