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Why is Trade-in Value Lower Than Retail Value?
Autotrader
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December 29, 2021
We explain why you shouldn't expect to get a retail price for your car if you trade it in for a new one.
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Should You Sell Your Car Yourself or Accept Kelley Blue Book Instant Cash Offer?
Russ Heaps
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November 10, 2021
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.
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Selling a Car: Trade It In or Sell It Yourself?
Austin Morris
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June 4, 2021
Thinking about selling your car? We examine whether it's better to trade it in or sell it yourself.
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How to Trade in a Car You Haven’t Paid Off: Tips from Experts
Rob Douthit
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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.
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Buying a Car: Can Dealerships Trade Cars?
Doug Demuro
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June 30, 2019
Can one dealership trade cars with another to find you the exact model that you want? We have the answer.
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Should You Fix Dents and Scrapes in Your Older Car?
Doug Demuro
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April 8, 2019
Your car is scraped and has a few dents. Should you bother fixing it?
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Buying a New Car: Getting the Most Money for Your Trade-In
Autotrader
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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.
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Should You Trade In or Donate Your Used Car?
Russ Heaps
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July 9, 2014
Receiving a tax deduction for donating a car to charity is much more complicated than it sounds.
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