How the estimate works
Starting with a typical MSRP or purchase baseline you provide, we apply an age-based depreciation curve, then adjust for mileage (assuming ~13,500 miles/year is average) and condition.
A fast ballpark of what a dealer is likely to offer for your trade. Not a formal appraisal — for that, get three actual offers in writing.
Starting with a typical MSRP or purchase baseline you provide, we apply an age-based depreciation curve, then adjust for mileage (assuming ~13,500 miles/year is average) and condition.
Dealers pay wholesale (what they can resell it for at auction, minus reconditioning and profit). Retail is what a consumer would pay on a lot — usually 15–25% higher.
No. Real dealer offers depend on condition, demand, and your market. Treat this as a starting point.
Clean it thoroughly, gather service records, fix obvious cosmetic issues (small dents, missing badges), and get offers from 2–3 dealers plus CarMax/Carvana to benchmark.
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