Trading in your car to a dealership may be easy and convenient, but is it the right choice for you? If you must trade your vehicle in, know how the appraisal process works, have a good idea of what your vehicle’s worth and learn simple tips on how to get the most money for your trade-in.
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Find out what your vehicle’s trade-in value is before visiting a car dealership. In as little as a minute, Edmunds’ free appraisal tool can give you an accurate estimate for your car.
Knowing how to trade in a car before contacting a dealership will benefit you greatly when it comes to getting the most money for your trade.
Each dealership’s trade-in process is different, however they all basically follow the same steps. Learn what to expect when a dealer takes your vehicle to the appraiser to put a value on your trade.
Junk cars are essentially vehicles that are old and/or damaged enough that selling it for parts would be more cost effective than spending money on repairs. A dealer will give you pennies on the dollar, so what do you do?
