Drive it or trade it....?

[jgang]

So during a dinner conversation on Sunday, the talk turns to used vs new cars. I casually wondered what my 2006 Tacoma with 96K miles might be worth. The wife says, "Why don't you go find out and get a new truck if the trade in value is good." Where did THAT come from!?!?!?!? So, what to do? I can get a new, 2013 Tacoma for arond $28K plus taxes and fees. A Tundra for a bit more. Truck's paid for, runs like a top and I like it. But with used vehicles bringing a premium, now might be the time to trade it off and get some value out of it. Have to sell a few things and raid the piggy bank to make it happen though.

I don't really "need" a new rig, but it would be kinda nice....What would you do?

[Colorado_Outback]

Sell it private party.. don't trade it..

[birddog]

Keep it if its paid for, who knows what the next 4 years are going to look like.

[Rooskibar03]

As a car salesman I say go buy a car.

As a person who sees a world of financial shit coming durning the next few months I'd say keep the car you have and hold onto your cash.

[DavieD55]

If it were me i would try to sell it myself rather than trade, Unless they give you an offer that is what the truck is actually worth. They'll usually make what looks like a good deal then jack up the price of the new one. If i were going to purchass i would probably look for a new used one from a private party.

[Great-Kazoo]

Auto or stick stock or jacked up like a crack whore? How much you thinking sale wise?

[Rooskibar03]

If it were me i would try to sell it myself rather than trade, Unless they give you an offer that is what the truck is actually worth.

What it's worth is based on what someone (including a dealer) is willing to pay for it.

Dont forget when you trade you only pay tax on the difference.

[kwando]

Keep it and drive it

[Colorado_Outback]

If you do trade it avoid Larry H Miller Toyota here in Springs. PM me for an interesting story.

[blacklabel]

Keep it if it's paid off or close to.