You’ve washed your car. You’ve vacuumed the interior. And you’ve cleaned out all your stuff. Now you’re ready to drive your vehicle to America’s Car-Mart to trade it in for another vehicle.
We’ll be ready and waiting for you. So, know what to bring to the dealership. Having the correct paperwork will help us get you on the road as quickly as possible.
What to bring to the dealership:
Various forms of identification Proof of identity
Valid driver’s license, social security card, passport, or government ID. You’ll need a driver’s license to test drive a new vehicle, and we’ll need a copy of your loan paperwork.
- Proof of income and resident
Recent paystub, benefit letter, etc. Also, current utility bill, copy of your lease, etc.
VIN – Vehicle Identification Number VIN – Vehicle Identification Number
The identifying code for your vehicle. It’s usually located on the vehicle’s driver-side dashboard near the windshield, driver’s side door jam, vehicle insurance card, or vehicle title.
- Vehicle title
Your title is your proof of ownership and establishes you have the authority to trade in your vehicle. The vehicle title must be in your name.
- Registration and payoff information if you are still paying on your vehicle
The amount you owe on your vehicle and your state’s registration documentation.
- Insurance card
This will allow you to test drive a vehicle; we’ll need it for our files.
And here’s a list of other things that are nice to have for your trade-in but not required:
Spare car keys Extra set of keys
- Vehicle history report
Details about your vehicle include the title status, accident history, mileage, and more.
Car paperwork in the glove box Vehicle Owner’s Manual
If you have the manual, great. If not, we’ll do without it.
- Maintenance records
Receipts for maintenance work (e.g., oil changes, tire rotations, etc.) performed on your vehicle. Hopefully, you’ve kept this information in your glove box!
Trading in your vehicle is exciting. You can drive your old car to Car-Mart, and in a very short time, drive away in a new vehicle. By remembering all the items you’ll need, you can ensure the process will go smoother, easier and faster. Again, we’re ready and waiting for you.
Check out this blog – 4 Tips to Maximize your Vehicle’s Resale Value, and ensure your vehicle is ready.
The trade-in process at Car-Mart
When you visit a Car-Mart dealership to trade in your vehicle, we’ll invite you inside to finish the approval process and to select another car from our dealership. While you are shopping, we’ll evaluate your vehicle, making the process fast and easy.
Transparency is key in the trade-in process. So, know what’s wrong with your vehicle and share that information with your Car-Mart associate. Overall, come prepared to trade your vehicle for another vehicle. Be ready to conduct the trade the same day. Our goal is to get you, a loyal Car-Mart customer, into a new vehicle.
Want to sell your car? Check out our partner Carmigo and its first-of-its-kind marketplace that allows our customers to auction their cars directly to buyers. Learn More.
