How To Double The Value Of Your Trade...Even In A Down Market!

You want to buy a new car but you've still got the old one you've got to get rid of.

Many people need to get some cash out of their old car in order to get into a new one. So getting the most for your trade is often a major consideration.

Here's a few tips on how you can get more money for your old car.

Clean It Up. Give you car a good wash - don't just run it down to the gas station car wash. Scrub the car, especially around the bottom of the car where dirt and road debris can really make a mess.

You may also considering getting a professional detail job. While the price can seem a little high, the deep clean they provide will go far beyond what you can do yourself.

Wax It. Most people are surprised at what a good coat of wax can do to a car's finish. It can take weather beaten paint and give it new life and a nice shine.

The way your car looks reflects how well you've cared for it over the years. Careful cleaning is the single most important step you can take to ensuring a fair trade-in valuation.

Make It Smell Good. Use some Fabreeze or car deodorizing spray. If you are a smoker this is very important. You don't want your car to smell like an ash tray at trade in time.

Get An Oil Change. Old oil shows that maintenance has not been a priority.

Wipe Down The Engine Compartment. It's probably pretty messy in there. Give it a wipe down with a damp cloth and pay particular attention to any areas that are especially grimy. Clean the top of the battery and the terminals too.

If the battery terminals are corroded you can use a mixture of baking soda and water to clean them. Let the solution sit on the crud and they rinse with water.

Decide Whether To Buy Tires. Some dealers prefer matching tires because that's how they sell vehicles on their lots. If the tires are new, however, you may not want to bother.

Fix The Windshield. If you have any dings or cracks get these repaired. Many times windshield repairs can be covered by insurance if the problems are bad enough.

Once a crack starts to spread, the whole windshield has to be replaced, and a dealer will deduct the repair cost from the trade-in.

Bonus Tips: Consider fixing obvious mechanical and body problems, especially big dents and scratches (door dings are OK). But forget about pricey repairs, or you may spend more than you'll get back.

And maybe (most importantly), be realistic. Most owners are too optimistic about what their cars will fetch in an honest trade-in. To come up with an honest trade-in price, dealers consider what they would pay for a car like yours at a wholesale auction and then subtract what it would cost to repair and clean your car.

Dealers don't go by price guides, such as the "blue book," as rigidly as you may think. This is guaged more by what dealers see happening at the auction. Generally, a car dealer will attend the auction at least twice a week.

But to get a very rough idea of what to expect for your trade-in, consider some point between the book trade-in and loan values as a starting point (remember to subtract the cost of all necessary repairs and detailing).

Forget about asking for or getting the retail price for your trade. Dealers rarely get that much when they sell the car to the next buyer.

If you would like to get a no-obligation trade appraisal, please fill out the easy form HERE.

About The Author: Tracy Myers is commonly referred to as "The Automotive Transportation & Financial Expert & has spent the past 15+ years trying to change the landscape of the car business and the bruised reputation of car salespeople all over the country. He also the owner of Frank Myers Auto Group which includes Frank Myers Auto Maxx, Credit Quick, Worldwide Vehicle Protection Plan & Triad Car Credit. Tracy is a Certified Master Dealer, an NIADA Eagle Award Winner, was inducted into the 2009 class of The Triad Business Leaders Hall of Fame and was named the National Quality Dealer of the Year by the NIADA, which is the highest obtainable recognition available in the automotive industry. Frank Myers Auto Maxx was recognized as one of the Top 28 Independent Automotive Retailer in the United States by Auto Dealer Monthly Magazine, one of the Top 3 dealerships to work for in the country by The Dealer Business Journal and was named the #1 Small Business in North Carolina by Business Leader.

-For more information about Frank Myers Auto Maxx, visit http://www.FrankMyersAuto.com, read their official blog at http://www.WinstonSalemUsedCars.com or read the juicy Used Car Gossip at http://www.UsedCarGossip.

Used Cars To Be Sold For As Low As $99 in Winston-Salem, NC

The public has requested that Frank Myers Auto Maxx conduct ANOTHER $99 Used Car Sales Event. With prices starting AS LOW AS $99 DOLLARS, this sales event will once again change the way that consumers shop for a used vehicle.

WINSTON SALEM, NC- Frank Myers Auto Maxx has announced its plans to have ANOTHER $99 Used Car Sale.

Tracy Myers, owner of Frank Myers Auto, says, “This sale is in support of the overwhelming response to our previous $99 Used Car Sales Event. Our volume of used cars has exploded! We have received a tremendous number of calls congratulating us on the popular event and requesting an encore presentation! This response,” Tracy continued, “has convinced us that people are looking for quality used cars and trucks at great prices! Our goal is to become the areas number one used car and truck superstore.” During this $99 Used Car Sales Event used cars, trucks, vans and sports utility vehicles will be sold for thousands of dollars below their original price!

All vehicles will be on display in the secured area at Frank Myers Auto Maxx 4200 North Patterson Avenue, Winston-Salem, NC. At 10am on the day of the big event, the gates will be opened so that buyers can choose the vehicle of their dreams. On the windshield of each vehicle will be its normal retail selling price. When the sale begins on Saturday, whoever is sitting behind the wheel in the vehicle when the posted price is slashed will have the first right to purchase the car at the slashed price. Prices will be slashed one time and one time only to the rock bottom price, including cars for $99!

Tracy stated “Customers can expect the slashed prices to be discounted as much as 60%off of the prices marked on the windshield.

Mr. Myers has requested and expects representatives from the areas most liberal lenders and the areas most aggressive wholesale buyers to be available to offer the best financing and the most possible money for your trade in. Tracy also said, “If you’ve had credit problems in the past, no problem. During this sale, we’ll guarantee to offer you an opportunity to finance a car or we’ll give you $1000!”

During this event, everybody can get a car they want for a great price without anyone telling them they have to pay more because of their credit situation. If you’ve had credit prob-lems in the past, simply bring in a current pay heck stub, utility bill and valid drivers license to SAVE!

We have a million dollar plus inventory available for this tremendous event. Our total inventory is expected to be well over 300 used cars, trucks, vans and sport utility vehicles.

Tracy further stated, “This is the absolute best opportunity for anyone seeking a used car, truck, van or sport utility to get the best deal ever. It’s a win-win situation for the dealer and the customer. It allows the dealer to reduce his inventory and negates the costs associated with sending vehicles to dealer auctions.”

While the exact date of The $99 Used Car Sales Event won't be revealed until a press conference to be held on Sunday, Septemmber 2oth, 2009, any questions before then can be directed to (336) 767-3432 at Frank Myers Auto Maxx. Ask for “Slash” Douglas.
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