Trade in Your Vehicle
YOUR TRADE,
YOUR WAY
YOUR TRADE,
YOUR WAY
Trade your car for cash in your hand
or a new ride in your driveway!
3 Easy Steps:
Tell us about your car
Sell or trade from home or
in one of our 41 locations
Get Paid!
Trading in Your Car at LaFontaine Buick GMC Dearborn
At LaFontaine Buick GMC Dearborn, we make it easy for you to trade in or sell your car with no pressure and no hassle. Whether you want to upgrade to something new or are simply looking to sell your current vehicle, our trade-in tool is designed to give you a fast and fair estimate.
You don’t even need to purchase a vehicle from us to take advantage of this service! We’re here to help you through the process, all while delivering a friendly and transparent experience.
How It Works
Getting started with your trade-in is simple—it only takes three easy steps if you're doing it online! Simply start by entering your car's details into our trade-in tool.
You’ll tell us the year, make, model, mileage, and a few details about its condition. Once we have that, we’ll provide an estimated value based on current market data.
At the dealership, one of our experts will do a quick walkaround and inspection of your vehicle to verify its condition and finalize the deal. After the appraisal, we’ll make a no-obligation offer.
If you accept, we’ll guide you through the paperwork and complete the process, whether that means applying your trade-in value toward your next purchase or simply handing you a check.
What Affects Your Vehicle’s Value?
Every car is unique, so several key factors contribute to determining your car's value.
Mileage is one of the most important factors we consider, as lower mileage typically indicates less wear and tear.
The year, make, and model of your car also play a big role. Additionally, certain models are in higher demand, which can impact their value.
The condition of your car, both inside and out, along with its service history, can also make a difference.
Even the local market can impact pricing, so we always consider what similar vehicles are currently selling for in our area.
Get the Most for Your Vehicle
If you want to get top dollar for your trade, a little preparation can go a long way!
Start by giving your car a thorough cleaning. A well-presented vehicle will always leave a good impression and can increase the final appraisal offer.
Additionally, gather any maintenance records to demonstrate that you’ve kept the vehicle in good condition. If there are any small repairs you’ve been putting off, such as replacing worn tires or a burnt-out headlight bulb, taking care of those ahead of time can also help increase your vehicle's value.
Are You Ready to Trade or Sell Your Car?
Whether you're ready to make a move today or just curious about what your vehicle might be worth, we invite you to use our online trade-in tool to get started.
At LaFontaine Buick GMC Dearborn, we’re committed to offering a transparent and convenient experience every step of the way. Visit us today, we’re ready to help you!
FAQ
FAQ Have questions about selling or trading your car? We've got answers.
Your LaFontaine offer is good for either cash or trade-in credit, and you'll receive the same value no matter which you choose. Once you receive your instant offer, you can save it to your LaFontaine account and apply it to your new ride. A LaFontaine valet will come to you to pick your old car up and deliver your new car right to your door.
And don't worry! If you change your mind about the new car, we'll still buy your car for cash.
Yes, and our offer will be the same whether you're buying from us or not.
We review current market conditions as well as your car's specific year, make, model, mileage, and vehicle history report. We examine your car's condition inside and out for major defects like frame or flood damage. We also test drive your car and check to see if the brakes and turn signals are working (among other things). If repairs are needed, we may adjust our offer accordingly. In regards to cleanliness, the long-term maintenance and care of your car is what's most important in determining our appraisal offer.
Requirements can vary from state to state, but there are a few items you'll need no matter where you are:
- Your car's title or payoff information. All titleholders should be present.
- Valid and current registrations
- Valid state-issued photo ID for all title holders.
- All keys and remotes
Please note that you don't need these things to get an offer for your car, but if you think you plan to sell when you get your offer, you should come prepared with these items.
You will leave with payment in hand the same day you sell us your car. We pay with a bank draft, which is a type of check where payment is guaranteed to be available by the issuing bank. A bank draft must be deposited and cannot be cashed. Before attempting to draw on the bank draft, always check with your bank to see if they have a specific hold policy on deposits.
If your payoff amount is more than the offer for your car, the difference is called "negative equity." In some cases, the negative equity can be included in your financing when you buy a LaFontaine car. If not, we'll calculate the difference between your pay-off and our offer to you and you can pay LaFontaine directly. If the amount you owe is less than $250, we will accept a personal check. LaFontaine stores accept cashier's checks, certified checks, certified funds, cash, and debit cards. LaFontaine Car Buying Centers (locations that only buy cars) can accept cashier's checks, certified checks, and certified funds. Our written offers are good for seven days, giving you time to get any necessary funds to settle your transaction.
Yes! In most cases, you can sell your leased car in almost the same way as any other financed car. We'll appraise the car, then contact the leasing company for a payoff quote and process any equity you might have. Please note that some leasing companies will not allow you to sell the car prior to the expiration of the lease. Also, be aware that your leased car might not be eligible for trade-in tax savings. Check with your leasing company for complete details.
