Last month saw a noteworthy change in the motor trade scene. For the first time in a staggering 41 months, used car prices experienced a slight dip. As per the latest Retail Price Index presented by Auto Trader, the average cost of a used car stood at £17,736, a minor 0.4 per cent decrease compared to the previous year. This downturn, the first since March 2020, wraps up an exceptional era for the motor trade. However, not all segments of the market witnessed this contraction. Cars in the age bracket of ten to 15 years saw a remarkable growth of 9.8 per cent year-on-year, while the 15+ market enjoyed a 6.1 per cent hike. Conversely, newer cars, particularly those under a year old, suffered a 2.5 per cent decrease in their values. The reason behind these dynamics? Auto Trader's experts believe the trend can be attributed to the gradual easing of supply constraints, leading to an increased number of second-hand cars joining the market. Richard Walker, Auto Trader’s director of d...
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