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Drivers should consider certain colours when buying a vehicle with these designs more sought after by motorists.
Motorists have been urged to choose the colour of their car carefully with one design standing out above the rest.
Grey is the most popular bodywork for new car owners and is considered a “safe” colour unlikely to deter potential buyers of petrol, diesel or electric vehicles.
Data from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) shows a staggering 509,000 grey cars were registered in 2023, making up 26.8 percent of all cars entering the roads last year.
Meanwhile, the colour has seen a rise in popularity with an extra 22.6 percent increase in demand since 2022.
Black cars may be the next pick with over 385,000 models registered last year with white next on 314,000.
Experts at Swansway Motor Group stressed these colours may be vital if road users don’t want to lose any money later down the line.
They said: “Choosing the right colour for your car can have an impact on its resale value. Although there are many colours to choose from, white, black, silver, blue, and red are the best choices if you want to hold your car's value.
“These colours are popular, timeless and can help your car stand out, making it easier to find a new owner.
“Remember that this is not an exact science, but it is a good guide to follow if you are looking to maximise the value of your car.”
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But drivers may wish to avoid certain designs with some less popular among road users and potential buyers.
The SMMT shows bright colours are likely to get shunned and are likely to be harder to shift later down the line.
Just over 53,000 green cars were registered in 2023, followed by 16,677 orange cars and 11,880 yellow models.
Bronze rounded out the top 10 with just 6,350 cars registered across the UK with a low 0.6 percent market share.
Meanwhile, brown and gold have appeared at the top of deprecating lists, but silver, black, and white can also fall because these are quite common.
SMMT Chief Executive, Mike Hawes, previously said: “Car manufacturers have diligently expanded their offerings, with a huge selection of colour options available across hundreds of models and thousands of specification options.
“The extensive variety allows drivers flexibility in choosing a tint that embodies their individuality and style.”
