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Explore cars for sale under £5000

Whether you're looking for an easy-to-drive hatchback, an economical city car in a low insurance group, or a sports coupé with some bite, you'll find something to suit in our collection of cars under £5,000. If you're buying your first car or simply need a new set of wheels, a £5,000 budget provides plenty of options. Take a look at our buying guide if you need inspiration or have a burning question on what to look for when choosing a car. Complete an instant online vehicle check once you've found the right car to see its history and avoid unwanted surprises.

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BMW 3 Series

1 F/KEEPER+LONG MOT+WARRANTY

BMW 3 Series 2.0 320d M Sport Highline Euro 5 2dr

2009 (59 reg) | 69,880 miles

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£4,995
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Mercedes-Benz C Class

Recently Serviced

Mercedes-Benz C Class 2.1 C220 CDI BlueEfficiency Executive SE G-Tronic+ Euro 5 (s/s) 4dr

2013 (13 reg) | 57,993 miles

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£4,890

Volkswagen Polo

1 OWNER+LONG MOT+WARRANTY

Volkswagen Polo 1.6 TDI SEL Euro 5 5dr

2010 (10 reg) | 45,085 miles

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Used vehicles

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£3,999

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  • Number of seats5 seats
  • Number of doors5 doors
  • Body typeSUV
  • Fuel typePetrol
  • Transmission typeAutomatic
  • Engine size1.6 litres
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  • Number of seats4 seats
  • Number of doors2 doors
  • Body typeCoupe
  • Fuel typeDiesel
  • Transmission typeManual
  • Engine size2.0 litres
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  • Number of seats5 seats
  • Number of doors4 doors
  • Body typeSaloon
  • Fuel typeDiesel
  • Transmission typeAutomatic
  • Engine size2.1 litres
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£4,890

  • Number of seats5 seats
  • Number of doors5 doors
  • Body typeHatchback
  • Fuel typeDiesel
  • Transmission typeManual
  • Engine size1.6 litres
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