I know there are a few experieneced car owners on the forum so though I'd ask:

I'm looking to buy used at the cheaper end of the market.
Sub 5K.
I need a bit of a load lugger, cycle carry, and something for longer +1 hour runs.
Not too fussy about make/model, so something Estate/larger Sportsback or possibly smaller SUV type.
Where do people begin their search?
What are Ebay/Gumtree/Facebook Marketplace like these days?
I've bee told Marketplace in particular is a scammers playgound.
Any tips for someone dipping into this market?
Of course if anyone has something fitting the limited description they need to shift, let me know.
Cheers All