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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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Honda Civic

Full Service History!!

Honda Civic 2.2 i-DTEC ES Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

2012 (62 reg) | 88,983 miles

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Mercedes-Benz C Class

On sale hpi clear low mileage

Mercedes-Benz C Class 1.8 C180 BlueEfficiency Sport Auto Euro 5 4dr

2011 (11 reg) | 62,000 miles

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£4,995
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Fiat 500

Timing belt replaced 47058 ✅

Fiat 500 1.2 Pop Auto Euro 4 3dr

2013 (63 reg) | 58,000 miles

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Used vehicles

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£4,995

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  • Number of seats4 seats
  • Number of doors3 doors
  • Body typeCoupe
  • Fuel typeDiesel
  • Transmission typeAutomatic
  • Engine size2.0 litres
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  • Number of seats5 seats
  • Number of doors5 doors
  • Body typeHatchback
  • Fuel typeDiesel
  • Transmission typeManual
  • Engine size2.2 litres
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  • Number of seats5 seats
  • Number of doors4 doors
  • Body typeSaloon
  • Fuel typePetrol
  • Transmission typeAutomatic
  • Engine size1.8 litres
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  • Number of seats4 seats
  • Number of doors3 doors
  • Body typeHatchback
  • Fuel typePetrol
  • Transmission typeAutomatic
  • Engine size1.2 litres
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