Maximize Your Used Car's Value
with
Barbara Terry
Learn what steps you can take to ensure the maximum value for your used car when it comes time to resell or trade it in, as well as tips to keep your car running for as long as possible.
Transcript: Maximize Your Used Car's Value
Hi, I'm Barbara Terry for About.com Autos. Let's discuss the ways to keep your car's resale value as high as you can so when you decide to sell it you'll get the most money out of it.Records for Used Car Value Reliability
Never toss the maintenance records because the potential buyer will want to review them to make sure the car's maintenance was done on a timely basis.Paint and Used Cars
Keep the car's color real. I would not suggest painting it turquoise, because when it comes time to sell it, you will limit the number of potential buyers.Cleanliness and Used Cars
Sometimes we can't avoid eating in our cars, but keep in mind that food and drink spills will actually reduce the resale value.Maintenance and Used Cars
Maintain your car inside and out by having regularly-scheduled maintenance. Also have it properly cleaned on a regular basis. When replacing your tires, you'll be better off in the long run by replacing all 4 at the same time instead of buying 2 for the front and 2 for the rear a couple of months later.You should have your tires rotated and balanced on a regular basis for longer tread life.
Keep in mind that all cars depreciate over time. Have your expectations high but give them a reality check when pricing that used car.
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