The Time Is Now: 4 Tips to Optimize Your Trade-In
If you’ve come to a point where your vehicle has equity, you might be considering trading it in. It’s important to take a few simple steps to increase how much you’ll be offered for a vehicle you’ve invested in. At Client, we’re dedicated to offering you as much as possible for your trade-in, but we have a few helpful tips so that you can get even more for your vehicle, which gives you the freedom to really level up when you buy a newer pre-owned model. If you want to find out how easy it can be to trade up, use our online trade tool.
Time it Right
It can be tempting to trade in your vehicle as soon as you have equity, but it’s important to wait for the right time. It’s also important to keep the market in mind. Right now, for example, is a great time to trade in your vehicle. Demand for pre-owned models is high and many dealers are experiencing low inventory levels. If you bring your vehicle to Client now, you’ll be able to get an amazing offer on your trade-in. We're hoping to replenish our inventory with customer vehicles, so it's a great time to have equity in your vehicle!
Keep up with Maintenance
Preserving the value of your car starts when you buy it. Keeping up with manufacturer recommended maintenance shows that your vehicle will be reliable for the next buyer and offer more value than a vehicle that wasn’t properly maintained. Keep all of your service records to show when you prepare to trade in your vehicle. Knowing that highly trained technicians have carefully inspected and repaired your vehicle often means we can trust that it will offer incredible value to the next owner.
Cosmetic Repairs and Cleaning
One of the most important elements of a trade-in is the cosmetic appearance. If your vehicle has noticeable damage, it may be worthwhile to fix it prior to bringing it into the dealership. This conveys to the dealership that you’ve not only maintained your vehicle but that you also take pride in it. Pay to have it professionally cleaned and detailed also. Presenting your vehicle to a dealership free of stains, dirt, or trash allows vehicle appraisers to get an accurate value of your vehicle.
Choose the Right Dealership
Not every dealership is dedicated to offering you the most for your vehicle, but the Client team appreciates how much you’ve invested in your current model. That’s why we make fair offers on all trade-in models, based on market value and vehicle condition. We put our clients first and we want to make sure you get the most for your trade-in so that you can move on to your next favorite car, truck, or SUV. For more information or to get an offer on your current vehicle, contact the Client team online today or stop by our showroom at 505 W. Franklin St., Chapel Hill, NC 27516.