where to trade in a car

In Australia, the easiest place to trade in a car is at a new-car dealership or a reputable used-car dealer—hand them keys, they hand you an offer, job done.

Shop your trade around: get quotes from multiple dealers and instant-offer buyers to keep them honest.

Expect a lower price than a private sale; you’re paying for convenience and fewer tyre-kickers.

Bring service history, a current RWC (where required), both keys, and be realistic about condition; clean it and fix cheap niggles.

If price matters more than convenience, sell privately on Tradingpost and put the cash toward your next car.