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Tips for Maintaining Your Vehicle’s Resale Value
Looking for a new vehicle? That’s exciting!
What are you going to do with your current ride? Probably either sell it or trade it.
Let’s figure out that you want cash in hand. Here are some ways to get the best price for your new-to-the-next-person car, truck or SUV (though many of these suggestions can help you pump up the trade-in value as well).
For starters, let’s look at some basic factors that affect auto resale value – we’ll come back for the details in a bit.
Year, make and model. Some vehicles are just more popular and able to command a higher price than others. Luxury cars and SUV, for example, generally have better than average resale value. Certain brands hold their value as well.
Because they’re really popular and run practically forever, Fords hold their value well. If you’re selling an Explorer, Escape, Mustang or F-series truck, most notably the F-150, you can expect a pretty decent payday – depending on some other factors that we’ll get to in a moment.
So that’s the overview – time for the details. What can you do – either while you own it or right now, before you start advertising – to make your vehicle more sales-worthy?
Make sure the vehicle smells clean as well as looks clean. That icky bag of chips – start by throwing it out. A good shampoo session should take care of the lingering aroma, but you can also sprinkle some baking soda on the carpet and upholstery and vacuum really well. After a good cleaning, try throwing in a couple of dryer sheets or a cotton ball with a drop or two of your favorite essential oils under the seat. Orange peels, an open box of baking soda, or a couple of lumps of charcoal work, too. And – it’s true – some ground coffee beans in a jar with some holes poked in the lid can work olfactory magic. If you use any of these methods, remove them before you show the car to potential buyers.
For the outside:
Under the hood, make sure everything is topped off, shined up and running well, including:
You’re almost done! While you’re talking with the sales professionals at your nearest Mullinax dealership – and preparing for a test drive and signing the paperwork for your new truck, car or SUV – discuss ways to protect your vehicle. Doing so on an ongoing basis is easier and keeps your car in better condition than doing a last-minute cleanup.
Lastly we suggest:
Speaking of cleaning – give your ride a spa day on a regular schedule. Vacuum, clean the windows, the dash, the seats and everything else. Wash and wax the exterior regularly to protect the finish. Make sure the fluids are at the right levels.
Good luck! We look forward to helping you get the most form your next vehicle.
**The Up Front Price includes Mullinax Discounts, Factory Rebates, and Ford Credit Financing Rebates. The price may also include Trade Assist , Business Owner Rebate, or Owner Loyalty Rebate when available. For more information speak directly with a salesperson. In addition, you may be eligible for other Rebates (College, Military, or Private offers) not included in the Up Front Price. Ask your Salesperson for more details.
*Although every reasonable effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained on this site, absolute accuracy cannot be guaranteed. This site, and all information and materials appearing on it, are presented to the user "as is" without warranty of any kind, either express or implied. All vehicles are subject to prior sale. Price does not include applicable tax, title, license.