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Cars for sale under KES 500,000 in Kenya
At this budget you are buying an older car, so condition matters more than the badge. Two cars of the same model and year can be very different to own depending on how they were maintained.
3 listings on gari_me now, median asking price KES 360,000 in this sample.
FeaturedNegotiable
Negotiable
What to know
Set money aside for tyres, a service, and insurance before you settle on a price. A cheap car that needs immediate work is not a cheap car.
What to check
- Rust on the underbody, door sills and around the wheel arches.
- Oil leaks, blue exhaust smoke and rough idling on a cold start.
- Whether the logbook name matches the seller and the chassis number matches the car.
- Service receipts, even a few of them, over a promise that the car is clean.
Common questions
- Is the price of a car under KES 500,000 negotiable?
- Often, but it depends on the seller. Some listings are marked negotiable. Inspect the car first and make an offer based on what you find.
- What should I budget on top of a KES 500,000 car?
- Allow for the logbook transfer fee, insurance, a mechanic inspection, and any immediate repairs. Confirm the current transfer fee on the NTSA portal.
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