Trade-In 101: Frequently Asked Questions
Get the answers to your trade-in questions from Acura of Brookfield
What is my vehicle worth?
Many online resources offer tools that you can use to get an appraisal of your vehicle. Keep in mind, the value will be based on the condition and components of your vehicle and other market factors, such as what other people in your area are paying for similar vehicles. Your vehicle's mileage also plays a large role in the value of your vehicle. Use our quick trade in tool for an accurate value estimate.
Why should I use your dealership’s online appraisal tool?
More than 95% of customers do their car shopping online before they even step foot in a dealership and online appraisal tools are one of the many ways buyers gather information. It's an easier time-saving method in your big purchase decision process. When you use the tool provided on our website, you can be confident you are getting an accurate estimate based on true market condition. Read the details on our website to see how long your quote is valid.
Should I trade-in to the dealership or try to sell my vehicle myself?
While this depends on your personal preferences, trading in your vehicle at the dealership is easier and faster. Selling your car alone can be stressful, time-consuming and potentially unsafe. Selling it alone can entail annoying online marketplace postings and strangers access to your personal information. Since the dealership will do the work to get the vehicle ready for resale trading in at the dealership can be a simply, stress-free experience compared to trying to sell the vehicle yourself.
*Additionally, some states also offer tax advantages to trading in a vehicle at the dealership. Contact us directly for more details.
What maintenance should I do before the trade-in?
The better the condition of your vehicle, the better value you will get for it. However, the dealership always conducts a final inspection and is always prepared to do the maintenance work on their end to get the vehicle retail ready. Reconditioning a pre-owned vehicle for resale is extremely involved and often requires more than regular maintenance. Most of the time you are better off trading your vehicle as is and letting the dealership foot the bill for any work that needs to be done.
When is the best time to trade in my vehicle?
While the value of the car ultimately depends on the market and demand of the vehicle; time is of the essence and cars depreciate in value daily so if you are thinking of trading in your car look today rather than waiting until tomorrow.
*Not available in all states and offer may vary depending on the state. See dealership for complete details.