Do Dealerships Give Good Trade-in Value?
Whether it’s your first time trading in a vehicle, or you’re a seasoned pro—you might have a few questions about the process.
Here at Maguire Ford, we want drivers in the Ithaca, Elmira, and Cortland, New York, areas to be highly informed about the car trade-in process, so they can feel confident about trusting their vehicle with us. You may find yourself asking, “Do dealerships give good trade-in value?” So, we broke down exactly how your vehicle will be assessed.
How Do Dealerships Value My Trade?
When dealerships value your trade, they base it on the condition of your vehicle. Essentially, the better condition your vehicle is in, the more it’ll be worth—but don’t let the condition stop you from wanting to trade it in. No matter what year it is, or how many dents it has, there is always a way to get it running smoothly for the next buyer.
Your vehicle’s worth is determined by a few different factors, including:
- Year/make/model
- Mileage
- Condition and damage
- Geographic location
- Accident history
- Cost of re-conditioning for re-sale
Value My Trade Online
Using our various online tools, you can quickly find an estimate of your current vehicle’s worth.
All you’ll need to do is enter your vehicle information including year, make, model, and trim. After that, you’ll fill out a bit more information, such as mileage, and the condition it’s in, and you can even upload some photos as well. Finally, we’ll reach out to confirm your trade-in estimate, and set you up with an appointment to come by our finance center.
How to Improve Trade-In Value
Staying up to date on your routine maintenance services is one of the best ways to improve your trade-in value. You’ll want to make sure you’ve gotten an oil change, inspection, and tire rotation within the last few months, as well as take care of any major mechanical problems under the hood.
Your vehicle should be as clean as possible both inside and out, so getting it detailed is also a great idea. Finally, you’ll want to provide service documentation and a vehicle history report.
Benefits of Trading in Your 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 yourself.
Contact Us Today
Now that you know a bit more about the trade-in process, we’re sure you can’t wait to get started. That way, you can find the perfect vehicle for your commutes around the Ithaca, Elmira, and Cortland, NY, areas.
Here at Maguire Ford, we’re dedicated to providing you with a fun and relaxing car trading and buying experience. For more information, contact us today!
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| Thursday | 8:00AM - 8:00PM |
| Friday | 8:00AM - 6:00PM |
| Saturday | 8:00AM - 6:00PM |
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