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As you get ready to pull the trigger on a new car purchase, you may be so focused on what’s next that you forget about your current ride and how its value will play a factor in your purchase. If you’re trading in, there are a number of things that can affect your appraisal and how much you can put toward your new car. As such, it’s well worth taking the time to find quick and easy ways to increase trade-in value on your current car. Here are some simple tips that will get your value up in no time.
If your paint is faded, you can start by trying a simple wax and polish to see if that increases the shine and luster. There are times that waxing isn’t going to restore the paint to a level that you desire and that would be a good time to discuss options with Yark Collision Center about touching up the paint. Exterior appearance can have a big impact on appraisal value.
As cars age, plastic headlights tend to get foggy. There are plenty of headlight restoration products on the market that will work within minutes. A body shop can easily take care of foggy headlights in no time.
Bringing the shine to your wheels again can also add a little bit of the value of your vehicle. Take your time and make sure you get rid of all the road grime and dirt. Swab a tire shine product on the sidewalls of your tires to make them appear new. Try to do this shortly before your appraisal appointment so as not to dirty your wheels again.
The interior is another area where a little goes a long way. As superficial as it may seem, a dirty interior can leave an impression on an appraiser and could ding you a bit in your appraisal value. Don’t neglect the inside of your car. Clean your removable floor mats, clean stains on upholstery and treat the leather with a specialty cleaning product. In addition, take the time to do a proper vacuuming. When you are all done, give the inside and outside of the glass some of your attention as well.
Get all your paperwork in order so you can prove all the maintenance that has been performed. It is also wise to get a history report from Experian or CarFax to show ownership history.
If you have parts, such as headlights, that need to be replaced – do it! Any inexpensive fix should be taken care of promptly before it turns into a major issue. Burnt out bulbs, for instance, are cheap and easy to replace. Additionally, if there are dents or scratches on your car, many of these can be repaired fairly simply. Yark Collision Center is capable of polishing out many minor scuffs or scratches. We even have staff experienced in dent removal. Repairing body issues is a great way to restore some value to your car.
The experienced staff at Yark Collision Center is ready to meet with you and determine the best ways to improve the value of your vehicle, whether you’re selling to a dealership or a private party. Come find a body shop in Toledo, OH, that cares about your unique needs. Give us a call or stop by today.
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