Is it worth part exchanging my car?
Is it worth part exchanging my car?
In almost all cases, you’ll get a better price for your car through a private sale than through a part exchange. Part exchanging your car can also mean lots more negotiation with the dealership – something many people dislike.
Does car giant negotiate?
Do you negotiate on price? We want the best for each and every customer, so we work hard with our pricing team. Every week they monitor both our competitor prices, CAP and Glasses prices across the industry so that each car is at the lowest possible price and you won’t need to negotiate.
What do dealers do with part exchange cars?
When you part exchange a car, it’s straightforward. The dealer will take their valuation of your current car off the price of a new one. When you come to collect your new car, the dealer will take your old car away and that’s it.
Can I part exchange my car and get money back?
If you decide to take out a new finance contract and part-exchange the car, the company taking your old car in part-exchange can settle the remaining finance balance on that car by paying the optional final payment. You can then put the difference towards the deposit on the new finance contract.
Should I mot my car before part exchange?
Some dealers will now insist that your car has at least three months’ MOT remaining, and if it doesn’t then you will need to get it re-tested before you can part-exchange the car.
What do I need when part exchanging my car?
What paperwork do I need when part-exchanging my car?
- MOT certificate.
- V5 registration document (logbook)
- Service history.
- Main key and spare keys.
- Your bank card or bank statement (Showing your sort code and account number and dated within 3 months)
- Photo ID (driving licence or passport)
Does car giant give good part exchange?
Part Exchange with Confidence at Cargiant Cargiant offer a FREE, no obligation part exchange valuation which we guarantee for up to 7 days. Our team of expert valuers are on hand to ensure you get the best price for your car.
Can I part exchange a car not in my name?
My part-exchange is in someone else’s name, does this matter? As long as the vehicle’s owner is available to sign the transfer documents or you can bring a letter of authority with the signed documentation that’s fine.
Do I need a logbook to part exchange my car?
Once we’ve agreed on a part exchange price for your car, we’ll need the following documents from you when the day comes to wave goodbye to your cherished motor: MOT certificate. V5 registration document (logbook) Service history.
What should I bring to part exchange?
What paperwork do I need when part-exchanging my car?
- MOT certificate.
- V5 registration document (logbook)
- Service history.
- Main key and spare keys.
- Your bank card or bank statement (Showing your sort code and account number and dated within 3 months)
- Photo ID (driving licence or passport)
How can I part exchange my old car?
Start your car search today and part exchange your old car hassle free. Cargiant’s Part Exchange service can make the whole car buying process simple and hassle free. Simply drive to Cargiant, choose your new car and we can give you the best price for your existing car all in the same day.
What is part exchange and how does it work?
Simply put, part exchange is where you swap your old car for a new one at a car dealer and pay the difference between what the cars are worth. So, for example: if the old car you’re trading in is worth £6k and the car you want to buy is worth £10k, you’ll just have to pay the £4k difference to the car dealer. There’s…
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What are the benefits of part-exchanging a car?
There’s a number of benefits of part-exchanging compared to selling privately: it’s quick and convenient, you only have to make one deal and you’re not left without a car. Part exchanging your car with a dealer is the quickest and most straightforward way to sell your car and buy a new one.
