We Will Buy Your Car
At Laredo Dodge Chrysler Jeep, we want to make your car shopping experience as straightforward as possible. One way we make that goal achievable for our Zapata customers is by offering a hassle-free way to sell their existing vehicles. How much is my vehicle worth? If you’re asking “How to trade in my car?” you’ve come to the right dealership.
We will buy your car so you won’t have to worry about posting ads or screening buyers as a private Cotulla-area seller. Use our car trade-in estimate to find out how much your vehicle is worth, then speak to one of our staff at 956-242-7726, or reach out online.
Trade-In My Car – The First Steps
If you’re wondering, “How much is my vehicle worth?” the answer is just a few clicks away! Use our car trade-in estimator to get the full value from the comfort of your home. Simply input some information about your model into our car trade-in estimator, alongside your contact information, and you’ll have an immediate estimate. For additional research, cross-reference using popular resources, such as Kelley Blue Book and Edmunds True Market Value®. Keep in mind, that several factors affect your trade-in value, including:
- Mileage
- Mechanical condition
- Car features
- Exterior/Interior condition
- Market landscape
How Do I Trade In My Car?
Once you’ve received your trade-in estimate, it’s time for an appraisal of your vehicle! The staff at Laredo Dodge Chrysler Jeep can complete this step for you. We’ll examine your car’s condition to make sure it’s a good fit for our used car inventory. When you visit for your vehicle’s appraisal, bring your trade-in estimate! Once we’ve examined your car, you can negotiate or accept our offer and finalize the sale. At Laredo Dodge Chrysler Jeep, we pride ourselves on offering the fairest possible offer on trade-in vehicles in the Hebbronville-area. There are a couple of major advantages to selling your car to a dealership, including:
- You can haggle at a dealership. We encourage our Zapata-area customers to research and determine whether they’re getting the most reasonable trade-in offers.
- Can you trade in a car you still owe on? You can with a dealership! If you’re upside down on your car loan, you can consolidate what’s owed on your current car with the price of your new ride.
Value Your Trade-In: FAQs
Question: Can You Trade in a Financed Car?
Answer: Yes, you can! If you have positive equity on the car (It’s worth more than what you currently owe), you can easily trade it in. The dealer will purchase the vehicle and pay off the loan, then they’ll put what’s left toward the new vehicle price, giving you a major advantage. If you have negative equity on the car (As in it’s worth less than what you currently owe), the dealer may still buy the vehicle and pay off the loan, but the difference will be rolled into your new car loan — meaning you’ll still need to pay it off eventually.
Question: How Soon Can You Trade in a Financed Car?
Answer: There’s no set time limit, but waiting until you have positive equity is a good choice.
Question: What Does it Mean to be “Upside Down” on a Car Loan?
Answer: Being “upside down” on a car loan is the same as having negative equity. If, for example, you owe $30,000 on a car that’s worth $25,000, you have negative equity.
Question: Can I Trade in My Car For a Cheaper Car?
Answer: If you still owe money on your vehicle, you can trade it in for a cheaper model. If, for example, you owe $15,000 and the car is worth $20,000, the dealer can purchase the vehicle as a trade-in, pay off the loan, and put the $5,000 toward your new auto loan as equity. If you don’t owe money on the car and own it outright, nothing is stopping you from trading it in for a cheaper car; you can do what you’d like with it.
Make Laredo Dodge Chrysler Jeep Your Automotive Partner Today!
How much is my vehicle worth? After using our car trade-in estimator, you’ll know what your Cotulla ride can fetch. When you’re online, browse our current new and pre-owned specials to find your next vehicle at Laredo Dodge Chrysler Jeep!