Your Choice Autos

Trade-Ins Work at Your Choice Autos

At Your Choice Autos, a prominent used car dealership in Illinois with locations in Crestwood, Elgin, Elmhurst, Joliet, and Waukegan, trading in your vehicle is designed to be straightforward and customer-friendly. Here's how the process works.

đźš— How Trade-Ins Work at Your Choice Autos:

  • Get a Free Trade-In Estimate: Begin by visiting the Your Choice Autos trade-in page. You can input your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), license plate, or your car’s year, make, and model. This provides an instant estimate of your vehicle's value. 
  • No-Obligation Offer: Your Choice Autos offers a no-pressure approach: they'll purchase your car even if you don't buy one from them. This flexibility allows you to sell your vehicle outright or apply its value toward another purchase.  
  • Visit a Dealership Location: After receiving your estimate, bring your vehicle to one of their Illinois locations for an in-person appraisal. A representative will inspect your car and provide a final offer based on its condition and market value. 
  • Complete the Trade-In: If you accept the offer, you can choose to receive payment or apply the trade-in value toward another vehicle from their extensive inventory. Your Choice Autos handles all necessary paperwork, ensuring a seamless transaction.
  • đź’° Illinois Trade-In Tax Advantage 

As of January 1, 2022, Illinois law allows you to receive a full tax credit on your trade-in value. For example, if you're purchasing a car for $40,000 and your trade-in is valued at $20,000, you only pay sales tax on the $20,000 difference. This change eliminates the previous $10,000 cap on trade-in tax credits, potentially saving you hundreds or even thousands of dollars.

📝 Tips to Maximize Your Trade-In Value:

  • Prepare Your Vehicle: Clean your car thoroughly and address minor repairs to enhance its appeal. 
  • Gather Documentation: Bring maintenance records, the title, and any loan payoff information. 
  • Research Market Value: Use tools like Kelley Blue Book or Edmunds to understand your car's worth and support your negotiations. 
  • Negotiate Separately: Discuss the price of your new vehicle before negotiating your trade-in. 

📍 Your Choice Autos Locations in Illinois:

  • Crestwood: 14112 Pulaski Rd
  • Elgin: 881 E Chicago St
  • Elmhurst: 530 W Grand Ave
  • Joliet: 1506 W Jefferson St
  • Waukegan: 2741 Belvidere Rd