Buying a used car means someone else has taken the initial hit on depreciation, or the money a car loses as soon as it’s driven off the forecourt. Even by choosing a nearly-new model instead of a brand new car can save thousands. Choose a car that’s a few years old and you may be saving a five-figure sum compared to a new car.
A nearly new car is generally one that is less than a year old, and has covered less than 10,000 miles. The bulk of the new car warranty will still be valid, so you’ll enjoy many of the benefits of a new car, without the price tag.
Used cars can be anything from a few years to a decade old or more. Here at heycar, we stick to only the best quality cars, which are under eight years old and have fewer than 100,000 miles on the clock.
Because such used cars are older and have covered more miles, the prices will be lower, as depreciation has had longer to do its magic.
You can get finance on a nearly new or used car, too. This can take the form of a traditional car loan, but used car PCP finance is also becoming popular. This is where you finance part of the car’s value, with a balloon payment at the end, making monthly payments cheaper.
To highlight used car PCP finance, heycar listings show a bespoke calculation for those who want to pay monthly. Owners can then buy, swap or return.
By buying from heycar, you also have the reassurance that every car has been quality-checked for your peace of mind. You also get a warranty with every car, a 10-day money-back guarantee, and dedicated customer service.
This means that even though you’re not buying a brand new car, you’re still getting a lot of the reassurance that new car buyers enjoy. We also make it easy and simple to both find the right nearly new or used car for you, and buy it online if you prefer.
The Audi A3 is a brilliant premium hatchback, and this one comes spec'd out in Sport trim with a punchy 1.5-litre petrol engine. As an Audi Approved car, it also comes with a warranty for extra peace of mind.
This 2020 Audi Q5 offers premium SUV motoring at a very attractive price. This one comes with a 2.0-litre petrol engine with a powerful 245PS and finished in desirable S Line trim.
The Cupra Formentor is a popular and stylish crossover SUV with decidedly sporty looks. This 2023 plug-in hybrid example is just a year old and has very low mileage, yet is offered here for the great price of just £29,990, making it an even more tempting nearly new deal.
The Ford Puma is one of our very favourite small SUVs, and at a bargain price it's even more appealing. This 2021 model has low mileage and is powered by the efficient 1.0-litre EcoBoost petrol engine, with a mild-hybrid system. It can be yours for just over £255 a month on a PCP finance deal.
Fiat's Panda is a cute and practical small car with a very comfortable ride quality, and you can now pick up a low-mileage 2018 model with low mileage for less than £6000. It's had just one owner and the 1.2-litre petrol engine should be easy on fuel.
The latest version of the Nissan Juke is the best yet, blending quirky looks with a smart interior. It's good value for money at the best of times, but this deal on a 2021 N-Connecta model is particularly attractive.
The SEAT Ateca is a desirable family SUV that combines practicality with a dose of sportiness. This one has the fuel-efficient 1.0-litre TSI engine and SE Technology trim, for just £14,132 – or £201 a month.
The SEAT Leon is a stylish alternative to a Volkswagen Golf that offers plenty of family-friendly space and value. This 1.5 TSI EVO version has a fuel-efficient yet punchy engine, and FR spec is well-equipped. The mileage is very low at just 9,521 miles, yet it is on sale for just £14,680 – or an affordable £236 a month on a PCP deal.
The Skoda Fabia is a great value small car even when new, which means this used Skoda Fabia is even more appealing. This one is in SE L spec, and the 1.0 TSI engine is paired with a manual gearbox.
When we say nearly new, we sometimes mean "used". But in this case, nearly new is literally that. This 2024 Volkswagen Golf has less than 300 miles on the clock and is available for thousands less than an equivalent new model, with an efficient 1.5-litre petrol engine and well-specced Match trim.
The Tiguan is one of our favourite family SUVs and this example is finished the Life trim. Expect plenty of features as standard and it comes partnered with an efficient 1.5-litre petrol engine.
When it comes to choosing a nearly new or used car, the world is your oyster! Because you’re not limited to which models are available in a particular price bracket, you really can cast your net far and wide. If you have a budget that would buy a new and basic small car, choosing a nearly new or used car opens up far more options, from rugged SUVs, to seven-seater cars, to practical estate cars and sun-seeking convertibles. Nearly new and used hatchback cars are always popular choices, too.
You can buy a nearly new or used electric car and it is a great way to save money. New electric cars are still expensive, but used models are considerably more affordable – and here at heycar, we have more than 4000 used electric cars available to choose from.
Of course, if you prefer a regular car, you can also buy nearly new and used petrol, diesel and hybrid cars on heycar.
When you’re buying a nearly new or used car, it’s important to check the condition carefully. The car won’t be factory fresh so you’ll have to factor this in. It’s why buying only the best nearly new and used cars from somewhere like heycar is so important – particularly as you get the added reassurance of a warranty and a money-back guarantee.
Also make sure the nearly new or used car is right for your needs. Because the amount of choice is so much broader, it can be easy to get carried away by sleek high-performance coupes, when what you really need is, say, a five-door hot hatch. This is why it’s so important to do your research when buying a nearly new or used car – there’s simply so much more to choose from.
A nearly new car is one that generally is less than a year old, with fewer than 10,000 miles on the clock.
At heycar, nearly new and used cars listed on the site are all aged eight years and under, with less than 100,000 miles on the clock. This means only the very best nearly new and used cars are available.
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