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Market value of new and used cars in the UK, 2003-2014

Market value of new and used cars sold in the United Kingdom between 2003 and 2014 (Figures are expressed in billions of British Pounds, except where otherwise indicated)

The data shows the market value for used and new cars in the UK between 2003 and 2014, in billion GBP. The used car market has grown thanks to the recession as more people now are looking for ways to save money. However, when compared to the difference in volume of new and used cars, the lower prices of used cars diminish the relative importance of the market.

2003 33.5 32
2004 32.4 30
2005 32.2 32.3
2006 32.4 33.9
2007 33 33.3
2008 28.1 32.4
2009 28 34.2
2010 28.7 35
2011 29 35.7
2012 32.3 38.1
2013 36.7 42.7
2014 43.4 45.1