How to Boost Your Vehicle's Value
When you want to trade your old pair of wheels for a new set, you want to get the perfect deal. When you boost your trade-in value, you increase your car's worth. With careful planning, such as researching the market price, cleaning, and repairs, you can skyrocket your vehicle's worth by putting more money on your next set of wheels!
Let's dive into the ways Lomira Auto can help you boost your trade-in value!
Know Your Vehicle's Market Worth
You may wonder, "How do I boost my car's value?" First, you must know where your vehicle stands in the market.
We recommend checking KBB or Edmunds to view your car's value. To do this, you must enter the condition, make, model, year, and mileage, which helps set a baseline so you know what price you're looking at to aid the negotiation process.
Also, understanding your vehicle's value can create leverage. If your car is in demand, you could easily walk away with more than you requested!
Clean and Detail Your Vehicle
First impressions matter, especially when you want to trade in an old pair of wheels. If your car has wrappers, dust, or dirt, that can easily tank its value. Thoroughly washing your vehicle inside and out will make an impact at the dealership and raise its worth, too!
Wash the exterior: Scrub your vehicle's body from dirt, grime, or other stains that litter your car. Ensure you spray down your tires, windows, and rims to create a shiny exterior that turns heads when you drive by. Also, Wisconsin drivers know how brutal winter is, so ensure your car's underbody gets sprayed to get stuck on salt and sand off to prevent rust.
Clean your interior: Your seats are a black hole that can suck up anything from coins, receipts, crumbs, and more. Vacuum out your upholstery, throw away loose trash, and wipe your dash and console from dust or dirt.
Lastly, if you want to boost your trade-in value further, you could go the extra mile and detail your car. When your vehicle goes through the detailing process, you'll restore its appearance, showing dealers you take fantastic care of your car and its worth.
Repair Minor Mechanical Issues
When you trade in your vehicle, you may notice it needs maintenance or repairs, so let Lomira Auto's service department break down what you need to know!
If you're wondering "How to boost my car's value through repairs," we recommend fixing more minor issues like:
Replacing Burnt Bulbs
Filling Windshield Cracks
Replace Wiper Blades
Fix Dings and Scratches
Patch Leaks
And More!
When you do colossal repairs, you may not get back your investment, leaving you with less cash than you came with for replacing or repairing maintenance your engine, transmission, and more.
Focus on easy, fixable issues to help save you money and boost your trade-in value. We recommend checking the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration website for recalls, as those repairs are completely free and can further increase your car's worth.
Use Lomira Auto's Trade-In Appraisal
Finally, you can fill out our trade-in appraisal form once you've checked your vehicle's value, washed it, and finished repairs.
Here, you'll find out basic information like how to contact you, vehicle history, title, and more to get an assessment straight from Lomira Auto!
Trade With Lomira Today!
When you maintain your vehicle, wash it, and understand its market value, you can feel confident that you can get the most from your wheels when you trade with Lomira Auto's used cars as you drive off our lot in something you love!
For more information or to schedule maintenance to boost your trade-in value, visit Lomira Auto in Lomira, WI, today!
