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Trade-in value calculator

Estimate your trade-in value and see if private-party selling beats dealer offer.

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Results

Private sale wins by
$2,280
Private value
$15,000
Dealer effective
$12,720
incl. $720 tax break
The sales tax credit on a trade-in is the dealer's biggest hidden value. In no-sales-tax states, private party nearly always wins.

About this calculator

The trade-in value calculator gives you a fast, realistic estimate using the same math the pros use. It runs entirely in your browser โ€” nothing you enter is sent to a server.

Use the inputs above to match your exact situation. The result updates in real time.

How to use the result

Trade-In Value is one piece of the picture. The biggest gains usually come from negotiating price before discussing financing. Plug in different scenarios to see how sensitive the answer is to each assumption.

What this doesn't include

Every calculator here uses simplifying assumptions. Taxes, fees, and real-world friction can move the answer 10-30%. Use this as a starting point, not a final answer โ€” and always verify with a qualified professional before making real decisions.

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