Used cars
Best used cars to buy now

Best used cars to buy now
From city cars to large SUVs, here’s our annual pick of the star performers that’ll save you thousands when you buy them used instead of new
Used Car Hunter: small, thrilling hot hatchbacks for £8,000

Used Car Hunter: small, thrilling hot hatchbacks for £8,000
Our Car hunter has £8,000 to find a small car that offers massive levels of fun
Three-car garage: V8 Jaguar F-Type, MINI Electric and Skoda Yeti for less than an entry-level BMW 5 Series

Three-car garage: V8 Jaguar F-Type, MINI Electric and Skoda Yeti for less than an entry-level BMW 5 Series
We’ve created a diverse three-car garage from Auto Express used-car classifieds, all for around £50,000
Car depreciation explained: future residual values and how they’re calculated

Car depreciation explained: future residual values and how they’re calculated
What is car depreciation, how does it work and what can you do to minimise it on your car? We reveal all in our guide…
Used Car Hunter: small but spacious city cars for £8,000

Used Car Hunter: small but spacious city cars for £8,000
Our Car hunter has £8,000 to buy a city car that has room for a weekly grocery shop
Three car garage: £30k for a Mercedes E-Class, Abarth 595 and Dacia Duster

Three car garage: £30k for a Mercedes E-Class, Abarth 595 and Dacia Duster
There's £30,000 to spend, and three parking spaces to fill. We take a look into the depths of the Auto Express used car classifieds to see what we can…
Used Car Hunter: exciting, sporty but affordable cars for £17,000

Used Car Hunter: exciting, sporty but affordable cars for £17,000
Our Car Hunter has £17,000 to spend on a car that will deliver driving fun and low costs, but what to choose?
Three car garage: £25k for a BMW 320i, Audi A5 Cab and a Nissan Leaf

Three car garage: £25k for a BMW 320i, Audi A5 Cab and a Nissan Leaf
We’ve got £25,000 burning a hole in our pocket, and a three-car garage to fill. What will a dip into the Auto Express used car classifieds turn up?
Used Car Hunter: £30,000 premium EVs and hybrids

Used Car Hunter: £30,000 premium EVs and hybrids
Our Car Hunter has £30,000 to make the switch to electric drive, but which one?
Your rights when buying a used car

Your rights when buying a used car
What rights do you have as a consumer when you buy a second-hand car? Our guide explains your legal protections
Best used snow cars 2025

Best used snow cars 2025
Don’t have the budget for a new car? These 10 great-value used buys also excel in the worst of the weather
A brand-new car could actually work out cheaper than a used one

A brand-new car could actually work out cheaper than a used one
Richard Ingram gives his expert insight on why buying a new car can be cheaper than investing in a used one
Used cars with small problems can be a dream for bargain hunters who love to haggle

Used cars with small problems can be a dream for bargain hunters who love to haggle
Shane Wilkinson believes that certain problems can actually be dealmakers rather than breakers
How to check a car’s MoT history online in 4 easy steps

How to check a car’s MoT history online in 4 easy steps
A car’s MoT history can give insight into how well it’s been looked after, and finding this information is easy.
Winter is the best time to buy a convertible car

Winter is the best time to buy a convertible car
Paul Adam explains why poor weather can result in big bargains
Best learner driver cars 2025

Best learner driver cars 2025
Easy to drive, affordable, and inexpensive to run, these are our top 10 used cars to learn in
Best cheap supercars 

Best cheap supercars
We've all trawled the internet looking at cheap supercars at some point. To save you the trouble, here are some performance bargains
Best cheap convertibles

Best cheap convertibles
Nothing beats a drop top, especially in sunny weather. Here are some of the best cheap used convertibles out there now
How to check if a car is stolen

How to check if a car is stolen
Find out how to check if a used car has been stolen or has a bad history before you buy
Car insurance write-off categories explained: what are Cat N and Cat S cars?

Car insurance write-off categories explained: what are Cat N and Cat S cars?
Cat S and Cat N insurance write-off classifications replaced the old Cat C and Cat D groups in 2017; but what do they mean and how do they work?
A used luxury car can be a bargain, if you’re brave enough

A used luxury car can be a bargain, if you’re brave enough
Content editor George Armitage believes that the used car market is filled with prestige bargains, just as long as you’re careful.
Best used vans to buy now

Best used vans to buy now
Our favourite used vans offer a cheap and practical alternative to brand new commercial vehicles
Best used MPVs and people carriers to buy now

Best used MPVs and people carriers to buy now
If you’ve got a growing family to ferry around, the best used MPVs and people carriers will do just that for a bargain price
Best used luxury cars to buy now

Best used luxury cars to buy now
An ultra-comfortable ride and a premium driving experience can be yours with the best used luxury cars
Best used executive cars to buy now

Best used executive cars to buy now
If you need a fast, comfortable and stylish set of wheels, these are the best used executive cars that the market has to offer
Best used large SUVs and 4x4s to buy now

Best used large SUVs and 4x4s to buy now
The best used large SUVs and 4x4s offer space, practicality, performance and low running costs
A test drive is vital before making any new or used car purchase

A test drive is vital before making any new or used car purchase
Senior news reporter Alastair Crooks gives his expert advice on how to make the most of a 30-minute test drive in any potential new purchase
Best used mid-size SUVs and 4x4s to buy now

Best used mid-size SUVs and 4x4s to buy now
Mid-size SUVs and 4x4s are as popular as ever, and these the best pre-owned models on sale
Best used coupes to buy now

Best used coupes to buy now
If you want an appealing car that mixes performance with style, the best used coupes will tick a lot of boxes
Best used small SUVs and 4x4s to buy now

Best used small SUVs and 4x4s to buy now
If you're after a little extra style and space without breaking the bank, these are the best used small SUVs and 4x4s
Best used family cars to buy now

Best used family cars to buy now
Our guide to the best used family cars on sale in the UK today
Best used hatchbacks to buy now

Best used hatchbacks to buy now
Hatchbacks offer great practicality, low running costs and comfort – these are the best used hatchbacks on the market
Best used convertibles to buy now

Best used convertibles to buy now
If it’s open-top thrills that you’re after, the best used convertibles offer incredible value for money
Best used small cars to buy now

Best used small cars to buy now
Our guide to the best used small cars, covering the top second hand city cars and superminis
Best used hot hatchbacks to buy now

Best used hot hatchbacks to buy now
Our picks for the best used hot hatchbacks in the UK
New cars that plummet in value can make brilliant used buys

New cars that plummet in value can make brilliant used buys
Editor Paul Barker takes a closer look at our 2024 Used Car Awards