How to Boost Your Vehicle’s Trade-in Value
How to Boost Your Vehicle’s Trade-in Value
A trade-in is a great way to sell your car before getting that new ride you want to take out on the roads of Tampa, Citrus Park, or Lutz, Florida. With a trade-in, you can save time and will be able to take what you earn and apply it toward the new car you want to buy or lease.
How do you know, though, that you’re getting the most value out of your car? While your car’s worth will depend on the model you drive and its mileage, it’s also based on its overall condition. That means, there are a few ways you can boost your car’s value, which our Tampa Honda finance team shares below, so you’ll know you’re getting the best trade-in deal possible.
Value Your Trade in Tampa FL
Before you get started boosting your car’s value, you’ll first want to see what sort of deal you can expect to get for your trade-in. Luckily, this will be easy to do since we have our Value Your Trade tool to use right on our website.
Just enter some information about your car, like the model, model year, and trim level, and you can get an estimate of how much your car is worth. You can even find out how much you can expect to boost your car’s value by adjusting the level you choose for its overall condition.
Examine and Repair the Exterior
Once you have an idea of your car’s value, you’ll then be ready to see if there are ways you can boost its value. You can start by visually inspecting the exterior of your car. How is your car valued before a trade-in? Find out here!
This will let you see if there are any dents or dings you weren’t aware of and quickly fix them. You’ll also want to take a close look at the tires and wheels. Be sure to check the tread of the tires to see if there are any cracks or bulges on any of them.
Clean the Inside and Out
Along with fixing dents and scratches, you’ll also want to wash your car before stopping by to trade it in. That way, you can make sure it’s presented well before it’s inspected by the dealership team.
You can either wash the car in your own driveway or stop by a local car wash to get it shining like new! You’ll also want to clean the interior of your car. This not only lets you make sure the interior is in its best condition but also ensures you don’t accidentally leave anything behind once you trade it in.
Fix Mechanical Problems
Have you noticed the engine making an unusual sound? Is the transmission shifting less than smoothly? Did the check engine light recently come on? You may find it cost effective, especially if it’s a simple fix, to go ahead and have these issues repaired before completing your trade-in. That’s because the performance of your vehicle is a big factor in determining its overall worth.
Still have questions about trading in your Honda? Check out our FAQs page.
Trade in Your Car at Tampa Honda Today!
At this point, you’ll be ready to get the best deal possible for your trade-in! So, where do you go to complete your trade-in? Here at Tampa Honda, we can get you a quick and fair offer for your trade-in and then help you get the new vehicle you’d like to drive along the roads of Tampa, Citrus Park, or Lutz, FL. Just contact us to get started, or stop by our dealership today!