Mar 27, 2024
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Is your current vehicle no longer meeting your needs? Maybe it’s too small, doesn’t get the best fuel economy, or you’re just ready to upgrade. When it’s time to trade in your current vehicle for a new one, you might have questions about how the process works – especially if you’re doing a trade-in for the first time. To help you know what to expect, we’ve broken down the car trade-in process into four simple steps. 

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4 Steps for Trading In Your Vehicle

Follow these four steps to quickly and easily trade in your old car.

What’s your car’s current value?

Before you start car shopping, you might want to learn more about your car’s value so you can make sure you find a new one that fits in your budget. You can get an instant offer on your vehicle right here on Carnamic’s website; just enter some details about your vehicle and we’ll provide a rough estimate. After a physical inspection by one of our technicians, we’ll give you a firm offer for the value of your vehicle. 

Prepare Your Car for Trade-In

You want to get the best offer for your vehicle, especially if you still owe money on it. Get your car ready for the trade by completing any minor repairs you’ve been putting off. Then, thoroughly clean and tidy inside and out to make your vehicle shine. 

Find Your Next Vehicle

If you’re thinking of trading, you might already have a specific model in mind. Even if you haven’t made up your mind yet, it never hurts to do some online car shopping to compare different makes, models, and trims to find one that’s just right for you. Don’t forget to test drive before you trade! 

Seal the Deal

It’s finally time to sign the papers and complete your trade. When you bring your vehicle to the dealership, don’t forget paperwork like the title, registration, and loan payoff documents. Since you already have an offer on your trade, you’ll be driving home in your new vehicle in no time. 

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Trade In Your Vehicle Today at Carnamic

At Carnamic, we make every aspect of the trade-in process fast and simple. From our online offers to shopping tools, you can find your next new or used vehicle right here at Carnamic. Shop online or contact us today to learn more!