If you've been considering trading your current vehicle for one that's brand-new, you're probably wondering what to do when selling a car. To ensure you get the most out of the process, here are several important tasks you should complete before bringing your vehicle to our dealership for an appraisal and eventual trade-in or sale. To learn more, visit us at Acura of Sherman Oaks today.
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Prepare Your Car
Before getting it appraised, ensure your vehicle is in the best possible shape. Give the exterior a thorough cleaning and remove all personal belongings from the cabin. If there are any minor maintenance tasks or repairs that need to be completed, addressing them can also increase the value of your car.
Gather Relevant Documents
You'll need to bring several items with you to our Acura finance center when it's time to sell. Locate the car's title, any maintenance records that detail service history, current warranties, and other documents that verify ownership.
Research the Value
Before negotiating a deal with our financial team, it is essential to have a clear understanding of the vehicle's value. There are plenty of online sources you can use to compare your car to other recently sold pre-owned Acura vehicles. Bear in mind that these are only estimates; local supply and demand can mean price variations from one place to the next.
Get a Few Offers
We encourage you to get multiple offers. If you receive a higher one from another dealership but you want to trade-in rather than sell, bring us your written offer and we'll see if we can match or beat it.
Negotiate a Deal
Once you've gathered all relevant information and found the value of your car, it's time to negotiate with our financial team. If you're currently paying off a loan, let us know; we can assist with using part of your sale or trade-in toward the payoff.
Visit Us in Sherman Oaks, CA, To Sell Your Current Acura Vehicle
Remember, we'll buy from you even if you do not buy from us. So if you want to learn more about the vehicle trade-in process, contact our Sherman Oaks, CA, Acura dealership. After you've spoken with our financial team, we can work with you to negotiate the ideal price. To get started, stop by or give us a call!
