How to prepare your used car for trade in

 Are you thinking about trading in your used car but not sure what you need to do before you make an appraisal appointment? Toyota of Orlando is here with tips - learn the steps you should take to get your ride ready for trade-in so you can get the most bang for your buck (and a nice down payment to put into your next Orlando Toyota!). 

Five ways to prepare your used car for trade in 

Tip #1: Detail your car. Before you try to trade in your used car, detail it. Take the time to thoroughly wipe, dust, and vacuum the interior, and use stain remover to get rid of any small stains in the upholstery or carpet. Clean all the glass, and get rid of all the junk in your car, even in the trunk or cargo space. For the exterior, wash it, shine your tires, and apply a coat of wax to give your car paint that like-new luster again. 

Tip #2: Take care of any small repairs. Do you have any small repairs or maintenance items that you need to handle? Take care of them now. We're talking oil changes, swapping out burnt-out lightbulbs, etc. Don't necessarily feel that you have to undertake any large repairs before a trade-in; they can always be negotiated into the price when you do sell or trade the used car. 

Tip #3: Gather records, warranties, and receipts. Gather all the paperwork that you have on your Orlando Toyota. This includes all of your service records, any receipts you have from work done on the car, and any warranties that you have for parts or service. This will make the used car more enticing to future buyers and also show that you've cared for it properly. 

Tip #4: Appraise your car with our online tool. Get an idea of how much your car is worth with our online appraisal tool. It'll give you an estimated value so you know around how much you can expect when you do a trade-in. 

Tip #5: Decide what you want for your car. After prepping and appraising your Orlando Toyota, decide how much you want for it. Have that number in mind when you take it to your trade-in appointment. 

Schedule your trade-in at Toyota of Orlando

Ready to trade in? Whether you need auto service before you do or want to schedule a trade-in appointment, we're here to help! Call Toyota of Orlando at (407) 298-4500 or stop by and see us at 3575 Vineland Road, just off I-4 across from the Millenia Mall.