What Are the Advantages and Disadvantages of Trading in a Car?
Buying a new car is an exciting time because you’ll get to test drive the models you’re interested in and find out which one is best fit for your commutes around the Ithaca, Elmira, and Cortland, NY, areas. Before you ultimately ride off into the sunset in your new ride, you’re going to need to figure out what to do with your current vehicle.
One option you may be considering is trading it in to a dealership—but how will you know if it’s the right choice for you? Here at Maguire Ford, we wanted to make this process as simple as possible for our drivers, so we broke down the major advantages and disadvantages of trading in a car.
Should I Trade In My Car?
When you trade in your vehicle, our dealership will take care of every aspect of the process. This way, you can rest assured that it’s being handled by professionals who will make sure you get the best deal possible. You’ll then be able to put the amount of your vehicle’s worth directly towards the down payment of your next purchase. Trading in your vehicle not only saves you time, but it’s less of a hassle than trying to sell it privately.
However, if you’re someone who would prefer to take care of all the footwork on your own, then trading in might not be the best option for you. When you sell privately, you’ll be completely in charge of finding a buyer, filling out all the paperwork, and transferring over the title.
How Can I Improve My Trade-in Value?
The best way to improve your trade-in value is by staying up to date on your routine maintenance services. Make sure you’ve gotten an oil change, inspection, and tire rotation within the last few months. Taking care of any major mechanical problems under the hood will also help.
You’ll also want to make sure your vehicle is as clean as possible both inside and out, so getting it detailed is also a great idea.
Value My Trade Online
Using our tools, you can quickly find an estimate of your current vehicle’s worth.
All you’ll need to do is enter the year, make, model, and trim. Next, you’ll need to fill out a bit more information, such as mileage, color, and the condition it’s in, and you can even upload some photos as well. Then, we’ll reach out to confirm your trade-in estimate, and set you up with an appointment to come by.
It’s as simple as that!
Our Finance Department
Over in our finance department, we’re sure to streamline the process from trading in your vehicle, to driving off the lot in your new ride. We’ll help you put the value of your current vehicle directly towards the down payment of your next. Then, we work directly with local banks and lenders to find you loans and get you on a payment plan that works with your budget.
Our goal is to watch you confidently drive off the lot in your new purchase.
Contact Us
Here at Maguire Ford, we’re dedicated to helping you every step of the way through your vehicle trade-in process, so you can get back on the Ithaca, Elmira, and Cortland, New York, streets in a model that perfectly fits your lifestyle.
For more information, contact us today!
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