Value Your Trade

Trade Valuations: Honest Assessments, Prompt Payments, No Hassle

When you’re ready to trade in your ride, or get paid today for your current ride, we’re on your side at Alderman Automotive here in Fishers, IN. We make the trade-in and vehicle buying process much simpler so that you know exactly what your vehicle is worth-even before you come into the dealership. Know what you’re worth when you need an upgrade, are selling an old ride, or just want the peace of mind with a fair valuation, same-day payment, and no-pressure car buying.

How Our Simple Three-Step Process Works

Our team begins with our fast online appraisal – tell us about your vehicle and get an instant range of market values from trusted industry sources and current local data. When you visit us in Fishers, we’ll take the time to fully evaluate your vehicle and get an understanding of service history, condition, and features – get a final offer in a matter of minutes that can be used toward any other vehicle in our lot or paid to you as cash. We’ll also pay off any lien on the spot and handle all of the paperwork – we’ll even give you the cash for your old car if you decide to sell!

Why Trade or Sell With Us Vs. Private Sale or Other Buyers

Opting to sell to a trusted local dealer spares you all the drama of private sales. No lonely cash4cars texts, no cars in parking lots, and no last-minute financing delays. We give you a firm price, take care of your title and other transfer documents, and settle on your car even if you owe us money (a service private buyers are rarely capable of). Some cash buyers offer way less than market value just to get you in the door, but we assign values based on real-time Fisher’s market demand, benchmarks from Kelley Blue Book, and what your car actually sells for locally right now, not some speculation. And best of all – you don’t need to buy from us to sell to us. If all you want is cash, that’s what you get.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you determine what my vehicle is worth?
First, we look at what the market is already showing us –Kelley Blue Book values, local sold listings, wholesale auction values for the same make, model, mileage, and trim. Then we evaluate what you really have – the condition of the paint and interior, tires, service records, etc., and any extra equipment or work performed since ownership. We won’t sacrifice those to get the offer lower; instead, we’ll tell you exactly how we determine what your car is worth today, step-by-step. Nobody’s doing that at Alderman Automotive in Fishers.

Is it necessary to purchase a vehicle from you in order to dispose of mine?

No! We are proud to be the only company of our kind that does not require the purchase of a vehicle. If you would like to sell for cash, we make you a fair deal, take care of all the DMV paperwork, and pay you today. This is a great way to “cash out” that paid-off (or nearly paid-off) car and get some cash into your pocket today. If you decide to buy a new vehicle, you get the trade-in value as a credit, and it can often decrease the cost of your new monthly payment and even the sales tax savings.

Can I sell my car if I still owe money?

Not an issue – we do this every day and are open and upfront. If your offer amount is greater than your payoff balance, the balance is paid to you in cash or applied to your next purchase. If your balance is higher than the amount of the vehicle, we will explain the difference and make arrangements for your next step, including rolling it into a new vehicle or financing, making a small payment, or simply extending the timeline. We do not hide the amount you owe; we show you right here in our Fishers office where your money is being spent.

What should I bring with me on the day of my appraisal?

Preparation shortens your visit considerably. Please have your title or current registration, valid government-issued photo ID, all of your keys and key fobs, and any service records available. If your vehicle has a lien, we’ll need the name of your lienholder and your lienholder account number so we can make arrangements for payoff. The more maintenance records you have (receipts, digital copies, or service booklets), the more we know about how well you maintained your vehicle, and we will go over everything with you and take care of the details.

How can I ensure I receive the best possible value for my trade?

Steps that add value. Get it ready to impress – remove personal items, vacuum out, wipe it, and wash the outside. Light cosmetic upgrades – new windshield wipers, clean upholstery, fill tires to the recommended pressure makes it look like the vehicle has been cared for. Your service records can be a great way to demonstrate on-time oil changes, scheduled inspections, and service; it will make your offer more appealing. Most of all, be truthful in your online estimate; the more accurate, the better the price stays when you get here.