What to do Before Trading in Your Vehicle

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Looking to trade in your vehicle? That’s great! Here are a few things you should keep in mind before bringing your vehicle to the dealership. You want your vehicle to be in the best condition possible so you have the BEST chance to get the MOST cash. We have compiled a list of tips you should consider before trading in your vehicle!

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1. Take Care of Maintenance Issues

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It isn’t hard for dealers to notice minor problems with the vehicles they are giving trade-in values for. If you have been skipping out on routine maintenance checks, it’s best to bring in your vehicle to a mechanic before bringing it to a dealership.

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2. Get Your Car Squeaky Clean

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You wouldn’t show up to a job interview in dirty clothes right? You want the employers to see a professional you. This is the same thing but with your vehicle. If you show up with your vehicle covered in grime or with old fast food fries still underneath the seats, the value of your car immediately drops. Before you bring your vehicle to the dealership, run it through the car wash and clean up the interior. Or, even better, have your vehicle professionally cleaned/detailed.

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3. Collect Your Documents

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It’s important to bring in any relevant documents pertaining to your vehicle. This includes your vehicle registration papers, the title,  price quotes from other dealerships or from Kelley Blue Book, maintenance receipts, and your outstanding loans if applicable.

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4. Know Your Vehicle’s Worth

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Trading in your vehicle is a BIG decision. You don’t want to go into a negotiation without knowing your vehicle’s numbers. Make sure you go into the trade-in process with price quotes from competitors, certain spec numbers of your vehicles, and how much is owed for your vehicle.

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5. Don’t Be Afraid to Negotiate

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After doing all of the above tips, this should be a walk in the park. If you feel that the dealer’s offer doesn’t match up with the homework you have done, don’t be afraid to negotiate. Bringing up stuff such as other dealer’s prices or recent maintenance receipts will help strengthen your reasoning. Hopefully, the dealer will agree and eventually seal the deal on your trade-in!

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Seal The Deal at Einspahr Auto

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Still interested in trading in your vehicle? Good, why not do it with your local Brookings dealership, Einspahr Auto Plaza. We’ll give you a fair offer on what your vehicle is worth. Plus, we have a great selection of new and used vehicles that are ready for a test drive!

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