What Is the Trade-In Value of My Car?

The trade-in value of your vehicle is always determined by balancing a few factors, including your vehicle's age, mileage, condition, trim, and current market demand in your area. Do your research, and contact a member from our sales department to help estimate your trade-in value.

Where Can I Trade In My Car?

While trading a car privately might seem like it would yield fair offers, consider the time, effort, and potential complications involved in the process. You and the other person have to arrange a time to look at each other’s cars, and you can usually expect them to haggle hard before the process is over.

You're not just assured a fair trade-in offer at a dealership, but you also benefit from the dealership’s process being convenient, efficient, and reputable.

How Much Can I Sell My Car For?

To find out for yourself how much you can sell your car for, price calculators can be found on sites like Kelley Blue Book. Input your make, model, year, trim, and mileage, and these sites will offer an estimate after accounting for nearby market prices.

The limitation to these calculators is they can only give you an estimate based on your own assumption of the car’s condition. Unless you’re a qualified mechanic, you probably can’t easily identify every factor that details the condition of your ride. Your dealership's industry-standard valuation tools will provide more precise numbers, and after mechanics verify the condition professionally, you’ll be able to begin the sale or trade-in process.

Should I Trade In My Car?

Whether or not you trade in or sell your vehicle is up to you, but trading can be beneficial if you’re wanting an upgrade (and still owe on your current ride). Major life changes, like adding new people to your family, are important factors to consider if you’re unsure about trading in.