Trade In Your Car
Trade In Your Car
If you're debating whether to trade in your car or not, Ewald CJDR hopes that we can help. Our used car dealer in Milwaukee makes it easy for customers to sell and trade their cars. Since your vehicle is likely to be one of your most valuable assets, you'll want to trade it in where you can get the best used car value. Let's review how to get the most car trade in value for your vehicle at Ewald CJDR. With the help of Ewald and our Max Allowance program, getting top dollar for your used car in Milwaukee has never been easier!
Is trading in your car a good idea?
Why do customers choose to trade in their cars when they're ready for something new? There are plenty of advantages to trading in your used car in Milwaukee. When you work with Ewald CJDR, we'll value your car based on the information that you provide, so you can showcase what makes your car valuable. Let's explore some of the biggest benefits to trading in your used car!
It's easy to trade your car at Ewald CJDR. You can show up at our used car dealership, sign some documents, and drive home in a different ride.
Your car's trade in value can be applied to the purchase of your next car as a down payment. The bigger your down payment, the less money you'll need to borrow, if you're financing your next car.
This trade value is exempt from local sales tax, as well. You'll save on tax for the amount of your last car's trade value.
Trading cars helps you avoid the inconvenience of selling your last car independently. Marketing and advertising a used car for sale can feel like a full time job! If you aren't interested in haggling with low-ball offers from strangers, you can always trade your car at Ewald CJDR.
At what mileage is it best to trade in a car?
Timing the trade-in of your car correctly can yield a higher value. It's important to understand how vehicles depreciate over time in order to do so. New cars lose value at the most accelerated rate during the first few years of their lives. After a few years, when the car isn't new anymore, the pace of depreciation tapers off to a steadier, less rapid decline. Here are three mileage ranges where you might want to consider trading your car.
30k-40k miles - This mileage range is around when typical new car warranties expire. This period of time is also the end of the lifespan for many components in a vehicle. After your used car reaches this mileage, depreciation will accelerate. If you're thinking of trading in your car, you'll get better value trading before you hit the 50k mile mark.
60k-70k miles - Typically, the used car will be around 3-5 years old. If you've been maintaining your car properly, this is a great period to trade. As your mileage creeps upward, your used car's value will diminish. Keep this fact in mind when deciding when to trade your car to Ewald CJDR.
100k+ miles - Modern cars last longer than ever before. Still, the 100k mileage mark is a significant milestone. Even if your car is no longer in pristine condition, you can still get an outstanding price for it at Ewald CJDR.
How do you trade in a car that is not paid off?
Yes, you can trade in your car to Ewald CJDR, even if your auto loan isn't paid off. However, depending on your equity situation, you might need to pay off the remainder of your loan balance. Let's take a deeper look at how to trade in a car that isn't paid off.
Before you trade in your financed car, it's crucial to understand the numbers to know where you stand. You'll want to know the current market value of your car, and the amount you still owe on it.
If your car is worth more than you owe on it, you hold positive equity. Congratulations! It's easy to trade a financed car if you have positive equity. Any extra value over the amount of your loan payoff will be applied to the down payment of your next car.
If you owe more than the used car is worth, you're in a negative equity situation. Don't worry, this doesn't mean that you can't trade in your car. You'll need to cover the difference between the amount you owe and the value of your car, however. Drivers can pay cash to cover the remainder of their loan payoff, or bundle this amount into their next auto loan. Ewald CJDR will give you plenty of options to trade at our used car dealer in Milwaukee!
Does cleaning your car help trade in value?
A clean, properly-maintained car is most likely to fetch the highest used car value. Before you bring your vehicle to our Milwaukee used car dealership, it's well worth the expense of a professional cleaning. A professional detailing and exterior cleaning can go a long way towards boosting the curb appeal of any used car. You may wish to consider making other minor improvements to your vehicle before trading it in. Superficial damage is often worth repairing for the higher trade in value the car will yield!
Trade in your car today at Ewald CJDR!
When it's time to trade in your car, you don't need to look far to find a reputable Milwaukee dealership. Ewald CJDR has everything you need for a stress-free, successful trade-in process. Start your appraisal today from our website, or bring your used car to our showroom for a valuation. Ewald CJDR is honored to serve you whenever you're ready to trade cars.
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