3 Ways To Boost Your Auto Trade-in Value
Did you catch the television ads and you tube videos from Chrysler about the 2012
Dodge Journey that offers you the opportunity to claim one of these new luxury crossover vehicles for free? The catch is you have to find one. Three Dodge Journey models have been placed in locations across the United States. Internet and television ads contain clues as to the whereabouts of the vehicles.What is a Trade In?
If you are not one of the lucky ones to win this scavenger hunt, there is always the old fashioned way of getting a new car; trading in your old one for a new one. A trade in car is any used car that you currently own and want to sell. Typically, customers "trade in" their vehicles to a dealership in order to help facilitate a new vehicle purchase. The process of negotiating a trade in value and then negotiating the price of the new vehicle is no game. As a savvy consumer, check buying tips which are available for money saving ideas.
3 Ways To Boost Your Auto Trade In-Value
Some things are out of your control when it comes to trade in value. For example, if a vehicle is readily available at local auctions, the demand for the same vehicle as a trade in would be lessened as would its' value. However, there are few things you have full control over that can help you boost your auto trade in value:
1) Clean It Up
Make sure your car is clean, both outside and inside. Appearances matter.
2) Keep Good Records
Bring all your vehicle service records, and your current registration and the title to the car. If you do not yet have the title, bring the lien holder information, as well as an accurate loan payoff amount. This information makes it easier for a car dealership to quickly complete the transaction. You can get this information from your monthly statement loan or lease statement.
3) Repair Minor Mechanical Problems
If you have any current mechanical problems or dents and such, you will want to compare the costs of fixing these problems with the reduction in used car trade in value. Often it make sense to repair any problems.
Other Car Buying Tips
In addition to obeying the tips to boost your auto trade in value there are other money saving things you can do during the car buying process. Before you sign on the dotted line to purchase that new vehicle be sure to read these car buying tips that save time and money. In addition if you will need a loan for your new vehicle, be sure to do your research on the internet prior to walking into the dealer in order to get a good deal?
by: Nathan Randall