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Negative equity part exchange: the gap to write down
A negative equity part exchange is when the settlement is higher than the car is worth to you. Here is what to do with the gap, and what not to do.
Updated 10 Nov 20265 min read
Part exchange
Part exchange over allowance: when the deal stops making sense
Part exchange over allowance is money you add so the deal looks right. Here is how to see it on the metal, not only in the monthly payment.
Updated 12 Oct 20266 min read
Part exchange
How to value a part exchange without losing margin
How to price a part exchange from the car you can sell, so the allowance looks fair and the used car still makes its margin.
Updated 22 Sept 20263 min read
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