Are you dreaming of a new Ram pickup, or have you always wanted a rugged, off-road-ready Jeep Wrangler? Whether your dream car comes with trail-ready features or a long list of premium interior finishes, you’ll find the one you want right here at Zimmer Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram. If you're worried about how you will afford this new vehicle, then trading in your old one is a good place to start. But how do you know how much money you are going to get for your current vehicle to put towards your new one? If you’re deep in the weeds googling "value my trade," hoping to find an average price to work with, we invite you to use our tools to get the most accurate value for your ride.
We earn our customers’ trust by providing time and money-saving tools that help streamline the trade-in, purchase, and financing processes. With our handy online trade valuation tool, you can input some basic vehicle information and get a value in seconds. If you’re considering trading your vehicle in for a new Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, or Ram, you can simply answer a few quick questions here on our website. Within minutes, you’ll receive a competitive valuation that you can use to help determine your budget. Our trade-in data is localized for the Northern Kentucky market, so you don’t have to worry about the numbers being skewed.
By making these tools available right when you need them, we’re giving you full control over all aspects of your vehicle transaction. Finding the value of your trade-in is an important step in the new car purchase process. Thanks to this handy online tool, what used to take hours now takes just seconds. Best of all, you can use it from the comfort of your own home. Our team relies on the same data to provide trade-in values in person, so once you arrive to finalize your deal, you can be confident that everyone is on the same page.
How does getting an accurate value on your trade-in work? It’s easier and faster than you think. All you need is the year, make, model, and trim of your vehicle, and our valuation software will do the rest. You might wonder how we come up with a value for your car and whether the dollar amount is customized to its individual condition. Our system, powered by TradePending, considers multiple factors, including location, to determine your car’s value.
We can’t emphasize the importance of accurate dollar values since knowing what you can expect for your trade-in could impact the rest of your transaction. No one likes last-minute surprises, which is why we’re careful to ensure your valuation remains consistent with the one our team calculates once we physically inspect your car. Still, there are a few caveats worth mentioning, so you’ll be 100% prepared.
In some situations, a trade-in vehicle will show signs of excessive wear and tear beyond what’s expected for its age and odometer reading. Issues like non-working components, excessive rust or body damage, and flood or hail damage can impact the value of a trade, which should be expected if any of these conditions are present on your vehicle. One other consideration is whether your trade-in comes with a clean title. A salvage title can reduce the value of your vehicle. A car receives a salvage title when it’s involved in an accident and deemed totaled by an insurance company or when it sustains serious hail or flood damage.
If you are worried about how your vehicle's condition will affect the final trade-in value, or you happen to be in the Florence area, you can bring it to us to be evaluated. A member of our finance team will be happy to take a look and give you an offer for your vehicle as it stands.
Because accurately valuing a trade requires equally accurate data, we rely on TradePending as our online trade-in valuation tool. Though the name may not be as familiar as some other sites, TradePending offers substantially better and more accurate vehicle valuations due to the extensive market data the company collects to stay on top of the ever-changing automotive industry.
Another benefit of TradePending’s valuation tool is its simplicity. You’ll notice that all it requires is the year, make, model, and trim level of your vehicle. You won’t have to look around your vehicle to find the VIN or locate the original window sticker to determine your car’s included equipment packages. Instead, the system takes all of those factors into consideration on your behalf.
Additionally, TradePending values vehicles based on what’s actually happening in the market. Considerations like supply and demand are much more accurate determiners of value than the types of comprehensive build tools found on sites like Kelley Blue Book. If your trade-in vehicle is experiencing a surge in popularity, wouldn’t you want the trade valuation to reflect that fact? TradePending’s system does just that and more.
Many would-be buyers hesitate to go the trade-in route because they dread all the paperwork and effort, but when you trade your vehicle in with us, the process is quick, easy, and straightforward. We’ve been serving Kentucky drivers since 1929, and we put our nearly 100-year history to work for everyone who visits us. Our customer-centric trade-in and purchase approach will put you at ease from the moment you walk through our door.
When you trade in your car with us, you can skip the extensive detailing and pre-sale preparations you’d commonly perform if you planned to sell privately. Simply remove your personal belongings (don’t forget your garage opener and smartphone charger!) and head our way. Our acquisition team will handle everything, so you can relax and shop for your new dream vehicle while we handle all the details.
We want you to feel comfortable with every aspect of your transaction. Often, the first step is handling your trade. You will receive a fair price after a quick inspection and then complete the necessary paperwork to transfer the title. If you are still paying off your old vehicle, our team will handle all communication with the finance or lease company on your behalf. Then, you can sign all the paperwork for your new car and be on your way. It's that easy!
As you explore your options and figure out what your vehicle is worth as a trade-in, you might be worried about any money that you still owe on it and how that can affect your trade. While that is understandable, there is actually no need to be worried––we buy vehicles with loans on them and help our customers use them as trade-ins all the time. In fact, that is one of the biggest advantages of working with a dealership you can trust. Most private buyers are not interested in paying off your loan before receiving your vehicle. However, that is exactly what we will do: we will pay off whatever is left on your current loan and simply deduct that amount from the value of your trade.
This is one of the reasons it is so important to understand what your vehicle is worth so that you have a clear sense of how much trade-in value it has. It is also worth understanding two crucial terms when it comes to the value of your trade-in if you still have a loan on it: positive and negative equity. Positive equity means that your vehicle is worth more than you still owe, while negative equity means that you owe more on the loan than your car is worth. With positive equity, even after the loan on your vehicle is paid, there is still some trade-in value to reduce how much you need to pay for your next car. Negative equity works the opposite way and adds to what you owe for your next ride.
If you still owe money for a loan on your vehicle, then the lender either has possession of your car’s title or is also on the title (or both). In either case, you need to have all your loan paperwork with you when you bring your vehicle to us for trade-in so that we can ensure it is resolved. As long as the loan is in effect, you cannot sell your car or trade it since the lender is effectively also an owner of your vehicle. This is just one more reason it helps to bring your car to us. We can help you with all this and handle any hassle or financing runaround for you—we take the stress and worry out of shopping for your next car.
One of the great things about using your old vehicle as a trade-in for your next car, truck, or SUV is that you are not limited in how you use it. We offer a fantastic selection of both new and pre-owned vehicles, which you can enjoy and use your trade-in toward. This makes it easy for us to help you explore a wide range of options and find the vehicle that is perfect for you. No matter what you want in your next ride, one of our helpful salespeople will make sure you get it and drive away in a vehicle that you love.
For example, if you are interested in the power and prestige of a new Ram truck, then we will show you a variety of options and ensure you get everything you are looking for. On the other hand, if you are interested in an SUV that lets you leave civilization behind, we can show you a variety of amazing Jeep options designed to do just that, including the legendary Wrangler and many more. With our selection of new Dodge vehicles to choose from, you get to shop for a variety of powerful models that focus on speed and muscle above all else. No matter what you are looking for in a new vehicle, we are here to help you find it.
Of course, a brand-new truck or SUV is not right for everyone, which is why we also offer an incredible selection of pre-owned models for you to choose from. We work hard to maintain a diverse variety of options, including used Dodge, Ram, and Jeep models, along with plenty of other choices. Whether you are interested in something like a used Toyota 4Runner, Ford Edge, or Chevy Suburban, we can help you find the right one. With our premier selection of pre-owned vehicles in excellent condition, we make it easy to explore a variety of options and use your trade-in to get just what you have been looking for.
The key to getting a vehicle that is perfect for you is to consider a variety of options, not only in terms of different models but also the right kind of financing. Having a vehicle that you can use as a trade-in empowers you to explore different financing solutions and figure out which one is right for you. While most people choose to buy a vehicle and take out an auto loan to help pay for it, that is not necessarily the right choice for every driver or every situation. If you are interested in enjoying the latest features and options in a new Ram truck, Dodge muscle car, or Jeep SUV without making a long-term commitment, then you should consider leasing your next ride.
By leasing a vehicle, you get to enjoy everything a new model has to offer, but you do not have to worry about buying something or all of the potential hassles that can go along with owning a car. Instead, you simply get the most from a new Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, or Ram, drive it for a few years, and then return it at the end of your lease to choose something else. This makes it easy to keep enjoying the latest features on new models every few years without worrying about things like depreciation or long-term upkeep and maintenance. Best of all, you can use your trade-in toward the overall cost of leasing your next vehicle, reducing your monthly payments and letting you enjoy everything a new model offers while keeping your costs low.
We believe that everyone deserves to have a fantastic car-buying experience that results in driving away in a vehicle they love. Some people have pretty simple expectations from their car and will find a wide range of models that have what they are looking for. Other customers, however, have very specific ideas and needs in mind when shopping for a car, truck, or SUV, which means they need to find exactly what they want. That is when placing a custom order for a Dodge, Jeep, Ram, or Chrysler is the perfect solution that gets you the model you want and the features you need.
With a custom order, you have the freedom to navigate every option available to you and pick exactly what you have been looking for. However, this freedom can be a bit overwhelming, which is why it helps to have one of our knowledgeable salespeople by your side to answer your questions, help you explore all of your options, and ensure you get everything you want in your next ride. Just like any other exciting vehicle we offer, you can use your current model as a trade-in toward your custom order, bringing down your costs while getting you the car you have been dreaming of. That is what choosing the right dealership is all about.
Buying a new vehicle at Zimmer Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram is a great choice! The latest models from the four brands we carry offer tons of exciting infotainment and connected services technologies, along with the newest driver-assist features designed to keep you and your passengers out of harm’s way throughout all your adventures. We’re happy to help handle your trade so you can enjoy the benefits of new vehicle ownership.
We invite you to browse our extensive inventory of cars, trucks, and SUVs while we take care of your trade. Once you’ve selected the vehicle you want, our sales consultants will help you settle on a competitive price. From there, we’ll factor in the value of your trade to get your purchase price even lower. Whether you choose to lease or opt for a traditional loan, trading your old car in means you’ll save money.
As your premier Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Ram dealer, we are ready to help you get a trade-in value and find a vehicle that allows you to easily remain within your target budget. Tap into our extensive experience and high sales volume to simplify the process instead of wasting your valuable time trying to sell your car privately or determine its value on your own. With us, you’ll get the most accurate, up-to-date value possible.
