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Used Cars Under $30,000 in California

57 cars listed in California at $30,000 or less, from eBay Motors, dealers and private sellers. Updated as listings are added and sold.

Median price
$11,500
Middle 50% of prices
$5,495–$18,858
Median mileage
100,000 mi
Model years
1940–2022

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Before you buy a used car

  • Run the VIN for open safety recalls and ask the seller whether they have been repaired (repairs are free at a dealer).
  • Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic before you pay.
  • Compare the asking price with similar listings, and budget for tax, title and registration.

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Market snapshot

How much do used cars under $30,000 in california cost?

Across 57 current listings, the median asking price is $11,500, and half are priced between $5,495 and $18,858. Prices change as listings are added and sold.

What are the most common makes?

Right now: Ford (9), Chevrolet (7), Porsche (5).

How many miles do they typically have?

The median is 100,000 mi, for model years 1940–2022.

Based on active listings on AutoListingSearch; asking prices, not sale prices.