Exotic sports car.

[Jacobkori]

I am taking my driving test next month and if I pass then I want to buy a car. My budget is £1500 max. I live in a very hilly area so it will need good control and it has to be reliable as I can't afford to keep repairing it.
Can anyone suggest a good first car?
Also, can anyone give me a few pointers as to what to look out for?
Thanks.