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You’ve decided to buy or lease a new car. However, to be able to afford a new vehicle, you want to trade in your old car so you can put money down. Have no fear, finding car dealers that will accept your trade-in is simple. Use a online web directory such as canada 411 that will create a detailed list of different car dealers in your area along with their locations and contact information.

When you’re deciding which car you’re looking to buy, take into account what you can afford and how much you believe your car is worth. Visit the Kelley Blue Book website online to find a specific price range. After narrowing your choices down to a few different types of car, search online on canada 411 for information of local car dealership to begin your quote hunt.

Before going to a car dealership, make a quick call asking for a quote on the trade-in value for your car. It’s important to shop around to get the most money for your vehicle as this allows you to save more money each month for your car payment. Most professionals suggest calling at least three different car dealerships and obtaining a quote. If you don’t agree with the quote, ask for an explanation. Many dealers won’t give a quote until they see the car and the condition it is in, but it’s worth a try. Many dealerships will run the VIN number of a car to see what cosmetic repairs have been done (if any) as a result of any accidents. Mileage, interior quality and driveability also are important factors for dealers when quoting a price for your trade-in.