The research shows that cities located in close proximity to other major conurbations, such as Manchester, Nottingham, Sheffield and Birmingham, generally have lower prices than more isolated cities, including Plymouth, Norwich and Bristol.
Analysts believe a higher concentration of competing dealerships drives prices down.
The market price of a 2013 Volkswagen Golf is £11,777 in Plymouth, compared with just £10,755 in Liverpool, the study found.
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Analysts believe a higher concentration of competing dealerships drives prices down
Some dealers will offer delivery services, so it is worth asking
“Although not all consumers will be willing to travel afar for a deal, this research shows that motorists can sometimes benefit from expanding their search radius when shopping for a bargain.
“For consumers not keen to travel so far, some dealers will offer delivery services, so it is worth asking.”
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The market price of a 2013 Volkswagen Golf is £11,777 in Plymouth
Here are the 10 most affordable cities in the UK to buy a used car, according to CarGurus.
1. Liverpool (2.3 per cent)
2. Leeds (2.2 per cent)
3. Bradford (2.1 per cent)
4. Manchester (2.1 per cent)
5. Sheffield (2 per cent)
6. Stoke (2 per cent)
7. Nottingham (1.7 per cent)
8. Leicester (0.9 per cent)
9. Birmingham (0.8 per cent)
10. Glasgow (0.5 per cent)
