How to Get Ready For a Trade In?

There are many reasons why you can trade in your current vehicle at Acura of Lafayette near Lake Charles. Perhaps your used Acura isn’t performing like it used to, or maybe you’re ready for that upgrade you’ve been wanting. With inventory scarce and the price of used cars for sale being higher than ever, dealers like us are happy to offer wonderful trade-ins.

Choosing to trade in your current car, truck, or SUV for something different is a great way to upgrade to one that fits your lifestyle better. Plus, the trade in process is usually not as stressful as a private sale. And putting the value toward a new Acura can also lower your monthly payments!

It doesn’t matter if you’re trading in or selling your current vehicle for extra cash, being informed matters. If you’re interested in knowing more about how to get ready for a trade in, continue reading along.

Vehicle Trade In Checklist to Follow
Here is a checklist you can use to ensure you get the most out of your trade-in at our dealership in Lafayette.

• A thorough cleaning is necessary. For the exterior, make sure you wash it with soap and a fresh coat of wax. On the inside, gather any of your personal items and vacuum every nook and cranny. If you’re pushed for time, no worries! You can always take it somewhere to be detailed. This will impress dealers and can even raise your chances of a higher offer
• Small issues can be fixed by you. Inspect all the car’s lighting, as well as interior dome lights, and replace them if needed. You should also check all fluid levels (coolant, washer fluid, brake fluid, etc.) and make sure they’re topped off. If your car needs professional work, leave that for our service department. We will be able to perform the repairs for less than it would cost you.You can also schedule your service appointment online to save some time!
• Collect all important documents. It’s important to gather the car’s title if you have it, registration, records, and anything else a buyer might want to see. If your car has been maintained, it will retain more value.
• Gather any extra items. Any extra keys or other accessories should be collected. If the navigation system has a SD card or DVD associated with it, bring that too. If these accessories are missing, the chances of you getting full credit are low.
• Conduct a personal inspection. Note any damages that can be buffed out. Then take your car out for a test drive and note anything that seems off. Even if you have a Certified Pre-Owned vehicle, you should still do this, just to be safe.
• Decide your car’s estimated mileage. A good time to do this would be after your personal inspection. You can use that information to get a more accurate estimate of what you should expect when you stop by our dealership near Acadiana Parish. You can also check out Cars.com’s sell tool which can give an estimated trade in value based on your vehicle’s mileage, condition, and age.
• Multiple offers are okay. Many dealerships will make an offer to purchase your vehicle, even if you don’t want to buy one from them. With surging used car values, securing multiple offers is important to keep you organized. Then, you can go with the best one or use it as a bargaining chip.

Trade In Your Vehicle at Our Dealership in Lafayette
Does trading in your vehicle seem like the right choice for you? Come stop by our dealership where our staff is on standby and ready to assist you!

We can answer any questions you may have and will make sure we match your needs. Surely you’ll understand why we have so many amazing customer testimonials. We look forward to meeting you!