Used cars
Private sale or part-exchange: which gets car sellers the best price?
Private sale or part-exchange: which gets car sellers the best price?
If you’re torn between selling privately or trading-in, new data suggests that how you’ll get the best price depends what you drive
Do you have to pay tax when selling a car?
Do you have to pay tax when selling a car?
We know cars and fuel are heavily taxed but are there any other hidden taxation issues when selling a car?
How to sell a deceased person’s car: step-by-step process explained
How to sell a deceased person’s car: step-by-step process explained
If you’re looking to sell a car after the death of its owner, our guide will help you through the process
How to tell the DVLA you’ve sold your car
How to tell the DVLA you’ve sold your car
You must tell the DVLA if your car's off to a new owner, and here's how...
A little bit of car DIY can save you a lot of money
A little bit of car DIY can save you a lot of money
Senior content editor Shane Wilkinson believes that getting your hands dirty will help keep your bank account looking pristine
How to find your old car
How to find your old car
If you find yourself pining for a long-lost car you’ve owned in the past, it’s easier than you think to discover where it is now
When is the best time to sell a car?
When is the best time to sell a car?
When selling your car, timing is crucial! We take a look at the best and worst times to sell your car...
Can you sell a car without a V5C logbook?
Can you sell a car without a V5C logbook?
The V5C logbook is a crucial piece of paperwork when you’re selling a car but you can sell a car without one, under certain circumstances
A used Porsche 911 might look tempting, but save some money for its upkeep
A used Porsche 911 might look tempting, but save some money for its upkeep
Chief reviewer Alex Ingram gives some sage advice for those thinking about buying a second-hand car, based on his time in the motor trade
How does mileage affect car value?
How does mileage affect car value?
Mileage is a big factor in car depreciation so let’s explain the effect that the miles on the clock have on the value of a car
Haggling, time wasters and disputes over condition: the most common private car sale pitfalls
Haggling, time wasters and disputes over condition: the most common private car sale pitfalls
Selling a car privately can yield a better price than part-exchange, but our survey underlines that there are potential risks
Used electric car prices are coming down and looking increasingly attractive
Used electric car prices are coming down and looking increasingly attractive
Deputy editor Richard Ingram casts his expert eye over the used-car market and wonders if now is the
best time to switch to an EV
Goodwood Revival is a true celebration of used cars
Goodwood Revival is a true celebration of used cars
Mike Rutherford thinks if used cars and other ageing products are good enough for The Earl of Richmond, then they're good enough for all of us
How to write a killer car advert for a quick sale and a high price
How to write a killer car advert for a quick sale and a high price
A great ad can net you an equally great price for your car if you do it right
Selling your car for cash: avoiding scams and getting the best price
Selling your car for cash: avoiding scams and getting the best price
Here's everything you need to know about selling a car for cash on the UK used car market
Used car finance explained: how to finance a second-hand car
Used car finance explained: how to finance a second-hand car
Want to buy a used car through a finance scheme? Here’s everything you need to know
Best cars under £5,000
Best cars under £5,000
Here are the best cars under £5,000 you can buy in the UK right now
Landmark moment as used EVs are now cheaper than equivalent petrol cars
Landmark moment as used EVs are now cheaper than equivalent petrol cars
After three years, a used electric car is typically 8.5 per cent less expensive than its petrol-powered counterpart
Used electric cars: should you buy one?
Used electric cars: should you buy one?
With more used electric cars available than ever before and bargains to had, here are our top tips to consider before splashing the cash
Best summer cars 2024: our top choices and where to drive them
Best summer cars 2024: our top choices and where to drive them
The Auto Express team list their dream wheels for the warmer months
Best car check app 2024
Best car check app 2024
We check seven phone car check apps to see if they are hot or not
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?
Used electric car sales spike 71% as ex-company cars reach the market in big numbers
Used electric car sales spike 71% as ex-company cars reach the market in big numbers
Battery power accounted for 2.1 per cent of used car sales in the first quarter of 2024, with sales up 71 per cent
Carwow Sell My Car: How it works and how to get the best price
Carwow Sell My Car: How it works and how to get the best price
Carwow is probably best known as a place to buy cars but it can sell your car, too. Here’s how Carwow Sell My Car works…
Best cheap fast cars
Best cheap fast cars
These used cars offer the highest speeds for the lowest prices, and a lot of fun into the bargain
Best cheap 4x4s and SUVs
Best cheap 4x4s and SUVs
Need an SUV on a tight budget? Take a look at these used car bargains
A car’s registered keeper and owner isn’t always the same person, here’s why…
A car’s registered keeper and owner isn’t always the same person, here’s why…
The registered keeper and owner of a car don’t have to be the same person and each has different responsibilities
Why your car’s service history really matters
Why your car’s service history really matters
A full service history can add a lot of value to a used car. We explain everything you need to know
Best cheap hot hatchbacks
Best cheap hot hatchbacks
Need an affordable car which delivers on both power and practicality? These cheap hot hatches fit the bill
Used Volkswagen Touareg (Mk3, 2018-date) review: a luxurious and spacious SUV
Used Volkswagen Touareg (Mk3, 2018-date) review: a luxurious and spacious SUV
Everything you need to know about buying a used Volkswagen Touareg Mk3
Best cheap family cars
Best cheap family cars
Families don’t come cheap, but these used family cars do
Best cars for £15,000 or less
Best cars for £15,000 or less
Spending around £15,000 doesn’t get you much in the new car market these days, but it can land you a brilliant used model
Used Renault Captur (Mk2, 2020-date) review: a popular Ford Puma and Nissan Juke rival
Used Renault Captur (Mk2, 2020-date) review: a popular Ford Puma and Nissan Juke rival
A full used buyer’s guide on the Renault Captur covering the Capur Mk2 that’s been on sale since 2020
Best cars for £10,000 or less
Best cars for £10,000 or less
£10,000 is a strong budget in the used car market, here are some of the best cars for the money
Best cars for £20,000 or less
Best cars for £20,000 or less
£20k is serious used car money, these are our favourite buys for that kind of budget
Best cars for £2,000 or less
Best cars for £2,000 or less
A tight budget doesn’t mean you have to compromise on quality. Here are some great used cars available for £2,000 or less