Are you thinking about trading in your car in the near future? If so, you probably want to get as much money for it as possible. We are C&S Subaru, and we will give you top dollar for your trade-in. That way, you have some extra cash to put toward your next vehicle, or you have some extra money you can use to cover medical expenses, your next vacation, or even to contribute toward your retirement.

If you want to get as much money for your trade-in as possible, what do you need to do? Take a look at a few key points below, and reach out to us to get the process started.

1. Limit the Customizations

Your car is yours, and you should make sure it matches your needs. At the same time, if you want to get as much money for your vehicle as possible, you need to limit the customizations you apply to your car. The reality is that your vehicle is going to be worth as much money as someone else is willing to pay for it. The vast majority of people want a vehicle that matches the specifications set by the manufacturer.

Even though you may have some customizations that you want to apply, if you customize your vehicle, someone else may not want it. As a result, you may not be able to get as much money for your vehicle.

2. Avoid Driving in Bad Weather

Next, you should try to avoid driving in bad weather. Even though there are some situations where you might need to get yourself from place to place even when the weather is a bit poor outside, you should limit your exposure to bad weather. In particular, you need to be careful driving in the middle of winter precipitation. There are a lot of states that will put rock salt on the road in an effort to quickly dissolve ice. Unfortunately, the rock salt can also get kicked up under your vehicle, where it can cause some damage. For that reason, you should try to avoid driving in bad weather.

C & S Subaru

812 Washington St
Directions Waterloo, IA 50702

  • Sales: 319-284-8146
  • Service: 319-284-8145
  • Parts: 319-284-8144

Hours

  • Monday 08:30am - 07:00pm
  • Tuesday 08:30am - 07:00pm
  • Wednesday 08:30am - 07:00pm
  • Thursday 08:30am - 07:00pm
  • Friday 08:30am - 06:00pm
  • Saturday 08:30am - 06:00pm
  • Sunday Closed

3. Get Your Car Detailed Regularly

Do not forget that you need to get your car detailed regularly. There is a saying that there is never a second chance to make a first impression, and the first impression that a lot of people are going to have of your vehicle will come from the interior. For example, if you spend a lot of time eating and drinking in your vehicle, you could stain the interior, meaning that other people are going to have a poor impression of your vehicle. Or, if you spend a lot of time sitting in your vehicle when you are sweaty, it may start to smell bad. Get your vehicle detailed from time to time to make sure you make a positive first impression on whoever is interested in buying your car.

4. Invest in Routine Maintenance

Finally, you also need to invest in routine maintenance. There are far too many people who only take their vehicle to the shop when they think something is wrong with it. In reality, if you want to get as much money for your car as possible, you must make sure you keep all of your maintenance appointments. That way, you keep your car running as well as possible, and you will have a clean service record to show anyone who is interested in buying your vehicle. If you stay on top of routine maintenance, you may be able to get more money for your car.

Contact C&S Subaru and See How Much Money We Can Get for Your Car

At C&S Subaru, we want to give you as much money as possible for your car. If you want to maximize your trade-in value, you must take good care of your car, which means investing in routine maintenance. We have some of the best mechanics in the industry, and we would be happy to help you find your next vehicle. Contact us today to speak to a member of our team, and see how much money we can give you for your car!