Last year , the number of used cars in China increased by 8.6 % to 10 million units . Used cars make up only 19.1 % of total car sales in China , compared with 72.4 % in the US . The Chinese used car market is opaque , with smooth - talking salespeople and a wide price range . Local law protects against safety issues with used cars .
Last year , the number of used cars in China increased by 8.6 % to 5.2 million units . Used vehicles make up only 19.1 % of total car sales in China , compared with 72.4 % in the U.S . The Chinese used car market is opaque , with smooth-talking salespeople and a wide price range . Local driver warns against safety issues with used cars .