In Glasgow, 13 per cent of used cars that receive an offer to buy are BMW, followed by Volkswagen at 12 per cent. If you own one of these cars, there’s strong buyer interest with car dealers from all over the UK actively looking to purchase quality cars — creating a prime opportunity for private sellers.
The insights come from Carwow’s Sell My Car service, which analysed thousands of listings submitted by Glasgow-based sellers. Through the platform, drivers can list their cars and receive bids from over 5,500 trusted dealers nationwide in daily online auctions.
The data highlights a clear demand in Glasgow for premium vehicles that suit the city’s famously unpredictable weather and tight parking spots. With these playing a big part in daily driving, it’s no surprise that compact, stylish and reliable cars dominate buyer interest.
BMW, Volkswagen, Audi, Mercedes-Benz and Ford top the list of most-offered makes in the city.
When it comes to specific models, the Volkswagen Golf takes the top spot, closely followed by the BMW 1 Series and Ford Fiesta—proving that compact yet high-quality hatchbacks remain a firm favourite among Glasgow motorists.
The used car makes and models getting the most offers from dealers in Glasgow:
- Volkswagen Golf
- Volkswagen Corsa
- BMW 1 Series
- Mercedes-Benz A-Class
- Ford Fiesta
Colour preferences in Glasgow stand out from the national trend. While black remains the most frequently listed colour, Glasgow sellers are significantly more likely to list white cars than the UK average.
In fact, the share of white cars receiving offers in Glasgow is 4.3% higher than the national figure (22.9% vs. 18.6%). Whereas black cars receive fewer offers than average, sitting 3.7% below the national rate (19.1% vs. 22.8%). This reflects a subtle but distinct local taste for bolder colour choices compared to other regions.
Iain Reid, Head of Editorial at Carwow, said: “Glasgow sellers are putting a diverse range of cars on the market—from compact city cars to high-end models like the BMW 1 Series and Volkswagen Golf. We’ve also spotted a local preference for white vehicles, showing that Glasgow drivers have a flair for standing out. With demand from buyers remaining strong, it’s an ideal moment for local motorists to secure competitive offers.”
“More than three million drivers used Carwow to value their cars last year, with many securing sales for around £1,000 more than through part exchange at a dealership. With demand remaining high, Glasgow car owners are well-positioned to take advantage of serious bidding power from dealers across the UK.
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