Hot Saloon/Estate Recommendations

[jkk45]

Hi guys,

Was originally gonna buy a small hot hatch (Fiesta ST, Corsa VXR, RenaultSport Megane that kind of thing).

But I would like to hear some recommendations on what some good hot saloon/estate alternatives might be. Obviously not brand new, as want to get optimum value, but not like super, super old either (over 10 years would be pushing it rather- but might be open to a car of this age if a really good buy)

Perhaps give a recommendation for

1) An ultra budget option (under £2k)
2) A medium option (5k- 10k)
3) A top option (10k-15k)

Less keen on Audi, BMW or Merc due to higher part costs.
Also not keen on a mk2 Focus ST as they are horribly chavy (but mk3 maybe)
Also not keen on an Astra GTC, as, well its an Astra.

Thanks in advance