Used Cars

Top 10 tips for buying a used car

Our quick guide to buying a used car will help you find the right vehicle at the right price – and avoid hefty repair bills later.

Auto Trader reveals the fastest – and slowest – selling used cars

Used examples of the Peugeot 208 are flying off forecourts, while second-hand sellers are struggling to shift the BMW M2.

How to write a perfect used car advert

Want to sell your car? Our guide to writing the perfect second-hand car advertisement should make the process quicker and easier.

Approved used schemes: what does each car company offer?

We examine 2023’s major approved used car schemes – including the warranties offered, plus extras such as breakdown and servicing cover.

How to sell your car for the best price

Want to sell your car? Here are some tips to ensure you get the best price, including where to sell and how to take good photographs.

Cost of living delays one in five car purchases

Research by eBay finds that 70 percent of UK car purchases in 2022 are affected by the rising cost of living.

Selekt Direct: Volvo launches online used car sales and delivery service

The new Selekt Direct website allows customers to search for, choose and pay for an approved used Volvo entirely online.

Vauxhall, Peugeot and Citroen used cars unite under Spoticar brand

Spoticar is the UK’s first multi-brand manufacturer approved-used car scheme, incorporating Stellantis brands Citroen, Peugeot and Vauxhall.

‘Lotus Approved’ scheme launched for used cars up to 20 years old

Lotus is the latest marque to launch a manufacturer-backed Approved Used scheme. Impressively, it covers cars up to 20 years of age.

The 4 most common used car faults revealed

The Which? Car Survey reveals the four faults you're most likely to find when buying a used car. If in doubt, buy a petrol hybrid vehicle.