Trade In and Trade Up: How to Get the Best Value in St. John's
Trade In and Trade Up: How to Get the Best Value in St. John's
Posted on July 15, 2025
Trade In and Trade Up: How to Get the Best Value in St. John’s
Thinking about trading in your vehicle? You’re not alone. More drivers in St. John’s and across Newfoundland are choosing to trade in their used vehicles and upgrade to something newer, more reliable, and better suited for their lifestyle.
At Hickman Select, we make the trade-in process simple, transparent, and stress-free. Whether you’re looking to reduce your monthly payments, get better fuel economy, or just want something fresh, we’re here to help you trade in and trade up with confidence.
Why Trade In Instead of Selling Privately?
Selling a vehicle on your own can be a hassle. Between creating listings, taking phone calls, meeting strangers, and negotiating price, it takes time, effort, and patience. By contrast, trading in your vehicle at Hickman Select is fast, safe, and easy.
Here’s why trading in makes sense:
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Save time: Skip the stress of private sales. We handle everything for you.
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Lower your tax: In Newfoundland, you only pay tax on the difference between your trade-in and the new vehicle. That means instant savings.
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Apply your trade-in toward a better vehicle: Use the value of your current vehicle as a down payment or to lower your monthly payment.
Moreover, when you trade in with Hickman Select, you’re working with a trusted, local team that has your best interests in mind.
How Hickman Select Makes It Easy
At Hickman Select, we do things differently. With 9 locations across Newfoundland and Labrador, we’re able to offer competitive trade-in values and a wide selection of used vehicles to choose from.
Here’s how our process works:
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Submit Your Info: Share a few details about your vehicle online or in person.
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Get a Quick Appraisal: Our team will assess your vehicle’s condition and market value.
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Receive a No-Pressure Offer: We’ll give you a fair and transparent value. No tricks.
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Pick Your Upgrade: Apply your trade-in amount to any vehicle in our Hickman Select inventory.
Best of all, if the vehicle you want is located at another Hickman dealership, we’ll help bring it to you.
Tips to Maximize Your Trade-In Value
Want to get the most for your current vehicle? Follow these simple steps to improve your offer:
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Clean it up: A clean car shows better. Give it a wash or book a quick detail.
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Fix small issues: Replacing a wiper blade or burnt-out bulb can go a long way.
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Gather your paperwork: Bring your service records, extra keys, and ownership documents.
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Be honest about condition: We value transparency, just like you do.
Additionally, vehicles with fewer accidents and a clean maintenance history often bring in higher offers.
Why Trade In With Hickman Select?
When you trade with Hickman Select, you’re not just dealing with one location, you’re backed by the full strength of the Hickman Automotive Group, serving Newfoundlanders for 120 years.
You’ll benefit from:
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Fast, fair trade-in appraisals
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Access to inventory at all 9 locations
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Flexible financing options to help you upgrade
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A local team that truly cares
Because we’re committed to customer service, we’ll work with you to make sure your next vehicle is a better fit for your life—and your budget.
Ready to Trade In and Trade Up?
Don’t settle for less. If you’re ready to move on from your current vehicle, let Hickman Select help you trade in and move up. We’ll take care of the details so you can focus on finding a vehicle you love.