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Explore cars for sale under £1000

Searching for a car that won't cost an arm and a leg? Explore our collection of vehicles for under £1000, including low insurance group models, which make ideal cheap first cars for young drivers. Choose a sporty hatchback if you spend time driving in narrow city streets, or opt for a saloon to make long commutes more comfortable. If you're not sure which body type is best for you, then take a look at our buying guide. When you've found a bargain, don't forget to do an instant online vehicle check to see it's history before you buy.

Used cars available to reserve

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£690

MINI Hatch

PX to Clear

MINI Hatch 1.6 Cooper S Euro 3 3dr

2003 (03 reg) | 110,000 miles

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£995

Volkswagen Golf

15 services stamps mot nov

Volkswagen Golf 1.9 TDI PD Match 5dr

2004 (53 reg) | 121,625 miles

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£890

Ford Ka

MOT TILL DECEMBER * BARGAIN!

Ford KA 1.2 Zetec Euro 4 3dr

2010 (10 reg) | 80,000 miles

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Used vehicles

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£690

  • Number of seats4 seats
  • Number of doors3 doors
  • Body typeHatchback
  • Fuel typePetrol
  • Transmission typeManual
  • Engine size1.6 litres
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£995

  • Number of seats5 seats
  • Number of doors5 doors
  • Body typeHatchback
  • Fuel typeDiesel
  • Transmission typeManual
  • Engine size1.9 litres
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£1,000

  • Number of seats5 seats
  • Number of doors5 doors
  • Body typeHatchback
  • Fuel typePetrol
  • Transmission typeManual
  • Engine size1.0 litres
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£890

  • Number of seats4 seats
  • Number of doors3 doors
  • Body typeHatchback
  • Fuel typePetrol
  • Transmission typeManual
  • Engine size1.2 litres
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