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Trade In My Car

Get the most for your car trade-in with valuable information from Autotrader

Thinking of trading in your car for a new one? Autotrader provides advice on car values and tips, so you can get the most for your car trade-in and make the trading process easier. You can also get a Kelley Blue Book (SM) Instant Cash Offer and use it toward the purchase of another vehicle, or walk away with cash today.

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Car Buying

How to Trade in a Car You Haven’t Paid Off: Tips from Experts

Rob Douthit - February 22, 2021

You want to trade in your old car, but you still owe money on it. Can it be done? Here's the answer.

Car Buying

Selling a Car: Trade It In or Sell It Yourself?

Autotrader - June 30, 2019

Thinking about selling your car? We examine whether it's better to trade it in or sell it yourself.

Car Buying

Buying a Car: Can Dealerships Trade Cars?

Doug Demuro - June 30, 2019

Can one dealership trade cars with another to find you the exact model that you want? We have the answer.

Car Buying

Why Is Trade-In Value Lower Than Retail Value?

Autotrader - March 28, 2019

We explain why you shouldn't expect to get a retail price for your car if you trade it in for a new one.

Car Buying

Buying a New Car: Getting the Most Money for Your Trade-In

Autotrader - March 28, 2019

We've listed a few tips that will help you get the most money for your trade-in when it comes time to buy a new car.

Car Buying

Should You Sell Your Car Yourself or Accept Kelley Blue Book Instant Cash Offer?

Russ Heaps - June 1, 2016

Deciding how to sell your car means weighing how much effort you're willing to put in versus how much money you want to make.

Car Buying

Should You Trade In or Donate Your Used Car?

Russ Heaps - July 9, 2014

Receiving a tax deduction for donating a car to charity is much more complicated than it sounds.

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