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Used Cars Under $5,000 in California

13 cars listed in California at $5,000 or less, from eBay Motors, dealers and private sellers. Updated as listings are added and sold.

Median price
$4,000
Middle 50% of prices
$3,450–$4,900
Median mileage
126,701 mi
Model years
1940–2014

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 $5,000 in california cost?

Across 13 current listings, the median asking price is $4,000, and half are priced between $3,450 and $4,900. Prices change as listings are added and sold.

What are the most common makes?

Right now: Ford (3), Mercedes-Benz (2), Nissan (2).

How many miles do they typically have?

The median is 126,701 mi, for model years 1940–2014.

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