Kobza Motors

Big Country Auto of Madison County

Meyer Automotive

Tailgate Motor Co

Spider

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Gasoline

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Volkswagen

Beetle

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Used 2001 Volkswagen Beetle GLX

Used 2001 Volkswagen Beetle GLX Columbus NE 68601

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Sport Utility

AWD4WD

6-Cylinder

Acadia

Used 2012 GMC Acadia SLT

Used 2012 GMC Acadia SLT Lincoln NE 68521

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Ford

Explorer

Used 2006 Ford Explorer Limited

Used 2006 Ford Explorer Limited Fremont NE 68025

Limited

Yukon

SLT Luxury Convenience Equipment Group

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Used 2001 GMC Yukon SLT Columbus NE 68601

Sedan

Flexible Fuel

Chrysler

Used 2015 Chrysler 200 C

Used 2015 Chrysler 200 C Columbus NE 68601

Terrain

Comfort Package

Driver Alert Package II

License Plate Front Mounting Package

Used 2018 GMC Terrain Denali w/ Comfort Package

Used 2018 GMC Terrain Denali w/ Comfort Package Lincoln NE 68521

Denali

Minivan

Chevrolet

Venture

Easy Order Package

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Used 2004 Chevrolet Venture LS w/ Easy Order Package Fremont NE 68025

Buick

Le Sabre

Luxury Pkg

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Used 2001 Buick Le Sabre Custom w/ Luxury Pkg Columbus NE 68601

Custom

Cold-Climate Pkg

Used 1999 GMC Yukon 4WD 4-Door w/ Cold-Climate Pkg

Used 1999 GMC Yukon 4WD 4-Door w/ Cold-Climate Pkg Columbus NE 68601

4WD 4-Door

Impala

Preferred Equipment Group

Used 2005 Chevrolet Impala w/ Preferred Equipment Group

Used 2005 Chevrolet Impala w/ Preferred Equipment Group Columbus NE 68601

Compact Crew Cab

Truck

Colorado

LPO, Black Bowtie Emblem Package

Used 2018 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2

Used 2018 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 Lincoln NE 68521

Fullsize Extended Cab

F150

Used 2006 Ford F150 STX

Used 2006 Ford F150 STX Columbus NE 68601

Sport

Subaru

Used 2018 Subaru WRX

Used 2018 Subaru WRX Lincoln NE 68521

Manual

Used 2009 Chevrolet Impala LTZ

Used 2009 Chevrolet Impala LTZ Fremont NE 68025

Wagon

4-Cylinder

PT Cruiser

Used 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited

Used 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited Lincoln NE 68521

Escape

Used 2005 Ford Escape XLS

Used 2005 Ford Escape XLS Seward NE 68434

Traverse

Used 2019 Chevrolet Traverse LS

Used 2019 Chevrolet Traverse LS Lincoln NE 68521

Suburban

Sun, Sound And Entertainment Package

Skid Plate Package, Off-Road

Used 2004 Chevrolet Suburban LT w/ Preferred Equipment Group

Used 2004 Chevrolet Suburban LT w/ Preferred Equipment Group Columbus NE 68601

Soul

Used 2012 Kia Soul +

Used 2012 Kia Soul + Columbus NE 68601

3-Cylinder Turbo

TrailBlazer

Used 2023 Chevrolet TrailBlazer LS

Used 2023 Chevrolet TrailBlazer LS Lincoln NE 68521

Luxury

Acura

Technology Package

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SH-AWD w/ Technology Package

Dodge

Avenger

Used 2011 Dodge Avenger Express

Used 2011 Dodge Avenger Express Columbus NE 68601

Express

Used 2012 GMC Acadia SLT Columbus NE 68601

Style and Technology Package

LPO, Interior Protection Package

License Plate Bracket, Front Mounting Package

Used 2016 Chevrolet Traverse LT w/ Style and Technology Package

Used 2016 Chevrolet Traverse LT w/ Style and Technology Package Lincoln NE 68521

Nissan

Rogue

Used 2018 Nissan Rogue SL

Used 2018 Nissan Rogue SL Lincoln NE 68521

Uplander

Climate Package

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Used 2008 Chevrolet Uplander LS w/ Climate Package David City NE 68632

Fullsize Crew Cab

Avalanche

LTZ Preferred Equipment Group

Sun, Entertainment and Destinations Package

Vehicle Personalization Option, Chrome Appearance Package

White Diamond Edition

Used 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche LTZ w/ LTZ Preferred Equipment Group

Used 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche LTZ w/ LTZ Preferred Equipment Group Lincoln NE 68521

Compact Extended Cab

Ranger

Used 1995 Ford Ranger XLT

Used 1995 Ford Ranger XLT David City NE 68632

Jeep

Grand Cherokee

Used 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo

Used 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo Columbus NE 68601

Laredo

Used 2005 Ford F150 FX4

Used 2005 Ford F150 FX4 David City NE 68632

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Used cars for sale under $5,000 near you. Find affordable budget sedans, coupes, minivans, or SUVs for $5k or less.

Used Cars for Sale Under $5,000 Near Me in Columbus, NE - Autotrader - 19377 Total Available

If you’re wanting to buy an affordable used car between <a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/cars-under-2000" target="_blank">$2,000</a> and $5,000, be prepared to do your due diligence, ask a lot of questions about the car's maintenance history and we'd suggest pay a trust-worthy mechanic to perform a <a href="https://www.autotrader.com/car-shopping/how-do-you-get-pre-purchase-inspection-buying-used-car-257963" target="_blank">pre-purchase inspection</a>. Almost every car asking $5k or less will have between 100,000 and 275,000+ miles, could be between 10 and 25+ years old, have minor to serious cosmetic issues, and some may have slight body damage from an <a href="https://www.autotrader.com/car-shopping/should-you-buy-a-car-thats-been-in-an-accident" target="_blank">accident</a> or two. If the car has a <a href="https://www.autotrader.com/car-shopping/rebuilt-title-vs-salvage-title-whats-difference-281474979846034" target="_blank">salvage or rebuilt title</a>, we would want to understand why that is. Be wary of the slightly used car with low miles but is selling for an unbelievably low price; a car deal that seems too good to be true usually is. When we looked through all the listed cars nationwide selling for $5,000 or less, we even found some that had been <a href="https://www.autotrader.com/car-shopping/should-you-buy-back-your-totaled-car" target="_blank">totaled</a>. Depending on the model year of the car you find, it may not have the safety capabilities which have become standard in newer cars; features such as traction control, stability control, head curtain airbags, or backup cameras, which became federally required starting with the 2018 model year. Models such as the <a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/cars-under-5000/nissan/altima" target="_blank">Nissan Altima</a>, <a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/cars-under-5000/honda/civic" target="_blank">Honda Civic</a>, <a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/cars-under-5000/ford/focus" target="_blank">Ford Focus</a>, <a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/cars-under-5000/kia/optima" target="_blank">Kia Optima</a> and <a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/cars-under-5000/toyota/camry" target="_blank">Toyota Camry</a> regularly appear on our $5,000 and under best affordable car lists. Our last tip: if you don't <a href="https://www.autotrader.com/car-shopping/car-finance">finance</a> your car, we’ve found that you may have leverage in your <a href="https://www.autotrader.com/car-shopping/car-negotiations-guide" target="_blank">negotiations</a> if you pay <a href="https://www.autotrader.com/car-shopping/buying-a-car-should-you-pay-with-cash-if-you-can-227481" target="_blank">all cash</a>.

Our editors have ranked the <a href="https://www.autotrader.com/car-shopping/10-best-used-cars-under-5000" target="_blank">best used cars for $5,000 or less</a>. Given the demand for a cheap $5,000 car, if you can't find these models in your local area, try expanding your search radius. This list was published in March 2025. 
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 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/cars-under-5000/2009/chevrolet/malibu" target="_blank">2009 Chevrolet Malibu Under $5k</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/cars-under-5000/2012/chevrolet/sonic" target="_blank">2012 Chevrolet Sonic Under $5k</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/cars-under-5000/2012/ford/focus" target="_blank">2012 Ford Focus Under $5k</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/cars-under-5000/2009/ford/fusion" target="_blank">2009 Ford Fusion Under $5k</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/cars-under-5000/2009/nissan/sentra" target="_blank">2009 Nissan Sentra Under $5k</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/cars-under-5000/2008/saab/9-3" target="_blank">2008 Saab 9-3 Under $5k</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/cars-under-5000/2008/saturn/aura" target="_blank">2009 Saturn Aura Under $5k</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/cars-under-5000/2007/subaru/legacy" target="_blank">2007 Subaru Legacy Under $5k</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/cars-under-5000/2010/suzuki/sx4" target="_blank">2010 Suzuki SX4 Under $5k</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/cars-under-5000/2009/volvo/s60" target="_blank">2009 Volvo S60 Under $5k</a></li>
</ol>

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</ul>

Used Trucks
<ul> 
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/truck/cars-under-3000" target="_blank">Trucks Under $3,000</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/truck/cars-under-5000" target="_blank">Cheap Trucks Under $5,000</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/truck/cars-under-6000" target="_blank">Cheap Trucks Under $6,000</a></li>
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 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/truck/cars-under-25000" target="_blank">Trucks Under $25,000</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/truck/cars-under-30000" target="_blank">Trucks Under $30,000</a></li>
</ul>

Used SUVs
<ul> 
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/suv-crossover/cars-under-5000" target="_blank">SUVs Under $5,000</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/suv-crossover/cars-under-10000" target="_blank">SUVs Under $10,000</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/suv-crossover/cars-under-15000" target="_blank">SUVs Under $15,000</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/suv-crossover/cars-under-20000" target="_blank">SUVs Under $20,000</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/suv-crossover/cars-under-25000" target="_blank">SUVs Under $25,000</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/suv-crossover/cars-under-30000" target="_blank">SUVs Under $30,000</a></li>
</ul>

Used All Wheel Drive / 4X4's
<ul> 
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/awd-4wd/cars-under-10000" target="_blank">AWD Cars Under $10,000</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/awd-4wd/cars-under-15000" target="_blank">AWD Cars Under $15,000</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/awd-4wd/cars-under-20000" target="_blank">AWD Cars Under $20,000</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/awd-4wd/cars-under-25000" target="_blank">AWD Cars Under $25,000</a></li>
</ul>

Used Minivans
<ul> 
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/van-minivan/cars-under-5000" target="_blank">Vans and Minivans Under $5,000</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/van-minivan/cars-under-10000" target="_blank">Vans and Minivans Under $10,000</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/van-minivan/cars-under-15000" target="_blank">Vans and Minivans Under $15,000</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/van-minivan/cars-under-20000" target="_blank">Vans and Minivans Under $20,000</a></li>
</ul>

Used Convertibles
<ul> 
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/convertible/cars-under-5000" target="_blank">Convertibles Under $5,000</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/convertible/cars-under-10000" target="_blank">Convertibles Under $10,000</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/convertible/cars-under-15000" target="_blank">Convertibles Under $15,000</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/convertible/cars-under-20000" target="_blank">Convertibles Under $20,000</a></li>
</ul>

Used Cars for Sale Under $5,000 Near Me - Autotrader - 19377 Total Available

Search from 19 for sale, including a Used 1995 Ford Ranger XLT, a Used 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo, and a Used 1999 GMC Yukon 4WD 4-Door w/ Cold-Climate Pkg ranging in price from $999 to $4,999.

Autotrader has 19 for sale under $5,000 near Columbus, NE, including a Used 1995 Ford Ranger XLT, a Used 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo, and a Used 1999 GMC Yukon 4WD 4-Door w/ Cold-Climate Pkg ranging in price from $999 to $4,999.

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Used 2016 Chevrolet Traverse LT w/ Style and Technology Package

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2008 Chevrolet Uplander

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