Used cars
Best used sports cars to buy now

Best used sports cars to buy now
These are the top used sports cars for those looking for some fun but usable second-hand wheels
We can help make the car buying process easier for you

We can help make the car buying process easier for you
Executive editor Paul Adam explains why buying a car just became a whole lot easier
Best used tow cars 2025

Best used tow cars 2025
Navigating the used tow car market? These top contenders are well worth a look…
Used sports cars and hot hatches can bring huge fun at bargain prices

Used sports cars and hot hatches can bring huge fun at bargain prices
Consumer report Tom Jervis gives his expert insight on why you won’t miss out on driving thrills by choosing a car just a little bit older
Great car advert wording is the secret to a successful sale

Great car advert wording is the secret to a successful sale
Even if you are “one careful lady owner”, our senior content editor recommends not resorting to meaningless words when you’re putting together a class…
Fleets demand used EV purchase incentives as values slump

Fleets demand used EV purchase incentives as values slump
Lease companies plead for budget measures to support the secondhand EV market
Can you part-exchange a car on finance?

Can you part-exchange a car on finance?
Want to get out of your car finance deal early and part-exchange the car for a new one? Here’s how to go about it…
Don’t shy away from high mileage used cars

Don’t shy away from high mileage used cars
Auto Express’s senior news reporter reminds used-car buyers that there’s much more to check on a potential purchase than its mileage
New car warranties are now benefitting used car buyers

New car warranties are now benefitting used car buyers
Auto Express's content editor gives his expert insight on why third-party warranties don't always make the best of sense
What car types are best for resale value?

What car types are best for resale value?
The latest data shows it’s good news for sports car and SUV fans, less so if you’ve just bought an S-Class
EVs outlasting ICE cars says Renault boss

EVs outlasting ICE cars says Renault boss
Electric car batteries are holding up very well against the test of time
Best used automatic cars

Best used automatic cars
Give your left leg a rest with one of these nine great used cars with easy-going automatic gearboxes
The VW Polo Harlequin has become a sought-after icon, but not all special editions are winners

The VW Polo Harlequin has become a sought-after icon, but not all special editions are winners
Senior news reporter Alastair Crooks ponders the hit-or-miss practice of special editions and limited-run cars that brands love to produce
If used car buyers weren’t so boring, we could all have more colourful cars

If used car buyers weren’t so boring, we could all have more colourful cars
The UK’s used car buyers should snap out of their grey stupor and choose more exciting car colours, for the greater good
Can you sell a SORN car?

Can you sell a SORN car?
If your car is SORN you can still sell it but there are some important things to bear in mind when you do.
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
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
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 car check app 2024

Best car check app 2024
We check seven phone car check apps to see if they are hot or not
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