Trade-In Shield

How It Works

You send us the details and photos of your vehicle.

We research the same types of valuation data dealerships use, including dealer-grade bookouts and market information. We also review your vehicle history and prepare the supporting information you need before you ever discuss your trade with the dealership.

The goal is simple: know what your vehicle is realistically worth before the dealership gives you a number.

Why It Matters

Your trade can change the entire deal.

A dealership can show you a strong discount on the vehicle you are buying and quietly make that money back by undervaluing your trade.

If you do not know the value of your vehicle before negotiations begin, it becomes very difficult to tell whether the dealership is giving you a good deal overall.

Trade-In Shield helps you separate the trade from the rest of the transaction so you can judge that number on its own.

What You Get

• Dealer-grade vehicle bookouts
• Kelley Blue Book, J.D. Power, MMR and Black Book research when available
• Carfax review on your trade
• Supporting trade-value documentation
• A realistic trade-value range
• The exact script to use with the salesperson
• What to say when the trade goes to management