Mar 31, 2014

If you are looking to buy a new or used car, and are considering trading in your current vehicle, stop by Markquart Toyota, located off Highway 53 near Eau Claire. We understand that the trade appraisal is a very important step when it comes to buying a new or used car, which is why we want to help you understand our process for evaluating your trade.

With the advent of the internet, automotive information is readily accessible and customers are better informed than ever before. We appreciate this, and at Markquart, believe it’s in everyone’s best interest for you to receive a fair value on your trade.

When it comes to types of vehicles we accept on trade, know that we never discriminate against a good used vehicle. We may be the Toyota experts, but are open to any make and model, provided they meet our standards of quality and dependability.

When we inspect your vehicle for trade, you are welcome, encouraged even, to come along and watch. Feel free to ask any questions, that’s what we’re here for! Our trade evaluation process is quick and easy. After collecting necessary information about your vehicle, we assess its condition and research its market value.

Using online resources, such as Kelley Blue Book, Edmunds and NADA, we are able to research the market value of your vehicle, getting you the best value for your trade. We also use several auction reports to help determine the value of your vehicle. This data is gathered through a software program called FirstLook, which also gives us access to information about similar vehicles available in the marketplace.

Our research-focused trade evaluation process helps us to meet or exceed our customers’ expectations on the value of their trade, thus resulting in a better sales experience for everyone. If you are in the market for a new or used vehicle, and are interested in trading in your current vehicle, stop by our car dealership located near Eau Claire or call us today to speak with one of our friendly product specialists about the trade in value of your trade.