Value My Car

Value My Car

If you're planning to sell or trade your vehicle, it's crucial to understand how dealerships value your car. At Ewald Kia, the leading used car dealership in Waukesha, we have the car valuation process down to a science. Ewald offers competitive used car values for local drivers, and our sell/trade process is fast and convenient. Before you sell or trade your Waukesha used car, we'd like to share some useful information about how it will be valued. With Ewald Kia helping you out, you'll be positioned to get a fantastic offer for your used car! Let's learn more about selling and trading cars in Waukesha.

Is it better to trade in my car or sell?

Trying to choose between selling your car and trading it in? For many drivers, it can be a tough call. There are advantages to both trading in a car and selling your car to our dealership near you. The decision will ultimately rest on your personal situation, goals, and needs. However, there are a couple factors to consider when choosing between selling and trading a used car. 

• If you need cash immediately for your car, you might not want to get paid in trade in value. When you sell your car to Ewald Kia, you receive the value of your car in the form of a check, allowing you to use the profit for anything you desire.

• Do you need to buy another car immediately? If so, you'll save money on taxes by trading in your car. The used car value will be applied as a down payment for your next vehicle, and you won't pay sales tax on that amount.

Can you trade-in a car that's not paid off?

If you're still paying off your Waukesha used car, can you trade it in at Ewald Kia? In fact, you can! But you'll need to understand your equity within the car before you pull the trigger. If the value of your car exceeds the amount you still owe, good news! You have positive equity in your car. You'll be able to trade it in at Ewald Kia, and the surplus value will serve as a down payment on your next ride. If you owe more than your used car's value, you have negative equity in the vehicle. You'll need to pay the difference between the value of your car and what it's worth before you can trade it in. Not to worry, our finance department is here to help you figure all of this out.

At what point is it best to sell a car?

Savvy drivers know they can time the sale of their used car to get the best possible value. Typically, this means selling when the car is newer and carries fewer miles. The mileage of a used car will influence its trade in value. When you sell your car between 30,000 - 40,000 miles, you'll get the strongest price for your vehicle. That's because this period is when many manufacturer warranties expire, and cars often need their first serious maintenance. Selling between 60,000 - 70,000 miles is another good benchmark. After 70,000 miles, many powertrain warranties begin to expire. You'll receive a more favorable value if you sell before these milestones occur. Finally, selling at 90,000 - 100,000 miles is a sensible decision. Once a used car crosses 100,000 miles, many customers are reluctant to buy. It's not that used cars become unreliable once the odometer hits 100,000 miles. Rather, the public perception of 100,000+ miles makes the used car a less appealing investment. If you sell before any of these important milestones, you'll be able to get a favorable price for your used car.

Where is the best place to sell my car?

With endless options to sell your car online, where is the best place to work with? Don't call us biased, but Ewald Kia believes our used car dealership in Waukesha is the perfect choice to sell your car. Though selling your car privately can seem like a tempting choice, there are plenty of strong reasons to sell to a dealership. Here's why selling your car to Ewald Kia is the most responsible decision.

• You won't need to wait for a buyer. If you're eager to get into a different vehicle, why wait? Selling a car privately can take weeks or months. At Ewald Kia, you'll get the value of your car immediately.

• You won't need to market the vehicle. Privately selling a car demands a lot of energy and time to get the attention of local buyers. Busy customers might not want to spend that much time scheduling showings and test drives.

• Avoid haggling over the price of your car. Buyers are always trying to get the lowest price possible for your car, and dealing with their negotiations can be frustrating.

• It's safer to work with a licensed dealership. Why put yourself in a vulnerable position where you're meeting a stranger from the internet for a valuable transaction?

• It's fast and convenient. Ewald's Max Allowance program allows you to value your car from the comfort of home. Upload photos and videos from your driveway to get the maximum value for your vehicle. If you're local, we'll even pick up your car from your work or home!

• Working with Ewald Kia protects you from post-sale legal action. If you sell your car privately and it breaks down, you could be held liable for the consequences.

Sell or trade your car in Waukesha today!

Ewald Kia has helped countless customers sell and trade their cars at our used car dealership near you. If you're getting ready to sell or trade your car, our team will make the process convenient and easy. Get the ball rolling today by using our Max Allowance trade-in tool, right on the Ewald Kia website. Or visit our dealership to have your used car appraised in person by our buying team. No matter how you choose to sell or trade, there's only one dealership you need. Ewald Kia looks forward to the honor of working with you!