You want to get out of your current car, truck, or SUV, and into something a little nicer, newer, bigger, or flashier--whether you choose to trade it in or sell it locally to a private party, you'll want to know what it's worth to make sure that you (and your buyer) are getting a fair deal.
There are a variety of used car value appraisal websites out there, but one continues to stand out: Kelley Blue Book®.
Kelley Blue Book® (KBB) has been providing fair estimated used car prices since the 1920s, and boasts one of the most comprehensive systems for gathering, organizing, and utilizing car value data.
But, how does it all work?
How Does KBB Used Car Value Appraisal Work?
Without getting into the deep and nitty-gritty details of technology, the Kelley Blue Book® system uses real sales transactions and auction sales prices to determine what your car is worth in the market currently--the data even accounts for the season and for trends that are happening right now.
When you go through the appraisal process online to find a fair price for your car, you'll provide information like:
- Year
- Make
- Model
- Mileage
- Body style (if applicable) and trim level
- Factory-installed options
- Vehicle condition
And then, KBB makes the magic happen. Used car values are shown not just for dealer trade-in, but for private sale as well (typically, private sale numbers are a little higher because there's no trade happening).
You can then use that information to get a better price for your car in a sale, and to sell your vehicle faster. You can also use it as a bargaining tool if you go to buy a newer vehicle at a St. Louis dealership.
At AutoCenters St. Charles, though, you can be confident that you're getting the most for your trade whether you have an appraisal or not.
But, if you want a fast, fair online appraisal just to see what your car could be worth, you can actually do it right here online. Get your Edmunds used car value by using our easy website form, and it'll send all of the information right to our team. When we get your Edmunds appraisal, we'll schedule a formal, in-person appraisal to confirm the value.
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