Thinking about upgrading your ride? Trading in your car can reduce the cost of upgrading to a new one. Follow this easy-to-follow guide to get the maximum value for your trade-in.
The Ultimate Guide to Trading In Your Car
The trade-in process is straightforward with the right information. Here’s how it works:
- Find Out What Your Car is Worth: Check your car’s value with Kelley Blue Book (KBB) for an accurate trade-in quote.
- Get Your Car Ready for Trade-In: Make sure your car is clean and well-maintained before bringing it in.
- Essential Documents to Bring for a Trade-In: Before heading to Coronet Dodge, make sure you’ve got the car’s title, registration, and loan payoff info in hand.
- Come to Coronet Dodge for Your Trade-In: Our team will inspect your car and provide a competitive trade-in offer.
What Increases Trade-In Value?
Want the best trade-in value? Keep these tips in mind.
- Condition: Cars in good condition with fewer repairs required are worth more.
- Age: Newer models generally have more value, but classic cars in excellent condition can be an exception.
- Demand: If your car is a popular model, it might fetch a higher price.
How to Use Kelley Blue Book’s Instant Cash Offer
Make your trade-in experience easier with the Kelley Blue Book Instant Cash Offer at Coronet Dodge. Here’s how it works:
- Fill out your car’s details on KBB’s website to get an instant cash offer.
- Once you receive the offer, bring your car and the offer to Coronet Dodge.
- We’ll verify the offer and apply it toward your next vehicle purchase.
The KBB Instant Cash Offer makes trading in your car fast and straightforward.
Common Trade-In Questions Answered
Do I pay sales tax on the full price of my new car?
No! In most cases, you only pay sales tax on the price after the trade-in value is deducted.
Can I trade in a car that I still owe money on?
Yes, we’ll factor the remaining loan balance into your trade-in deal.
When is the best time to trade in my car?
Trading in your car before it depreciates significantly—usually around the 3-5 year mark—is ideal.