To determine the value of your used car, there are several online resources available that can provide an estimate based on factors such as the cars make, model, year, mileage, and condition. Here are some popular options:
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Kelley Blue Book: Kelley Blue Book has been a trusted resource for used car values for over 90 years. Their website provides an instant used car value and trade-in value calculator. Depending on the method of disposal, there may be more than one Blue Book Value for the consumers car, truck, or SUV. The Kelley Blue Book Trade-In Range shows what a consumer can expect to receive for their car this week when trading it in at a dealer.
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Car and Driver: Car and Drivers car value calculator provides your cars trade-in and private-party-sale values based on the same Black Book® data dealers use to appraise vehicles.
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Edmunds: Edmunds offers a free appraisal tool that gives you an accurate price for your vehicle in as little as a minute. Their tool uses recent data in your area to provide a value based on your cars make, model, year, mileage, and condition.
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CARFAX: CARFAX provides a history-based value for your car based on its unique history. Their tool takes into consideration a vehicles year, make, model, mileage, location, and condition, as well as its accident or damage history, title history, service records, and the number of owners its had.
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NADA: The National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) provides research on new and used car book values, trade-in values, ratings, specs, and photos.
Its important to note that these estimates are just that - estimates. The actual value of your car may vary based on factors such as the local market, demand for your specific make and model, and the condition of your vehicle. Additionally, the method of disposal (e.g. trading in at a dealer vs. selling privately) can also affect the value you receive.
