Mar 5, 2020
100 dollar bills There’s a lot that goes into getting more for your trade.  You are now becoming the seller, wanting to sell your car for as much as you can, to help with the purchase of your new vehicle.

 

Think CLEAN CLEAN CLEAN

The better you clean your car, the more appealing it will be to a buyer.

Whether you are trading in your vehicle to buy a new one or selling it outright, attention to detail matters.  One of the best decisions you can make when selling your car is to clean it inside and out.  This can make a good first impression and raise your chances of getting more for your vehicle.

 

Cleaning Tips

Here are some recommendations on cleaning to do before having your vehicle appraised:

  • Wash and wax the outside
  • Clean the wiper blades
  • Wash windows, inside and out
  • Clean and polish the tires
  • Clean the headlights
  • Clean all the door jams
  • Use oil dissolving detergents to clean the engine compartment
  • Shampoo the carpets
  • Clean seats and upholstery
  • Clean items such as the dash, air vents, door panels, etc.
  • Clean out the console/glove compartment and vacuum
  • Clean out the trunk and vacuum
A person’s hand washing a red car.

 

Be sure to remove personal items, leaving behind the owner’s manual, maintenance records and any items belonging to the vehicle.

 

Other Tips

A crack in a car windshield.
  • Top off the wiper fluid
  • Have a crack in your windshield? See if your insurance will replace it for free.
  • Have any chips in the paint? Use touch up paint to fill them.

 

Want to let the professionals handle it?  View the detailing services we offer here.

 

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