How To Prepare Your Car for Trade-In
After using the Value Your Trade tool on our website, it is understandable if you want to proceed to the next steps! To adequately prepare your car for trade-in, consult us at Taylor Chrysler Jeep Dodge. We can offer advice when you contact us.
Cleaning
One of the easiest ways to increase the appearance of your car is to get it cleaned. An exterior wash and wax is sometimes all it takes to elevate the curb appeal of the vehicle you’ve been driving down Route 52. Doing so can also sometimes reveal small imperfections that you could touch up with some extra paint. The interior of your car, truck, or SUV should not be left out either. A quick vacuuming of the upholstery and floors can do wonders for the overall look. If there are stains in the seats or carpets, consider a detailing service to truly take the cabin to the next level. Be sure to remove any personal items like sunglasses or gloves before trading your vehicle in.
Service
While you drive your car around Bourbonnais, it will accrue wear and tear. For that reason, routine maintenance is extremely important, and it plays a major role in the value of your model. If it has been cared for, you can likely get more cash when you trade it in. Luckily, our Service Department can help you accomplish any tasks that have gone by the wayside, such as a routine tire rotation or oil change. Replacing the battery or cabin air filter may also be necessary, so allow us to inspect the vehicle on your behalf. It is worth mentioning that some major projects might cost more than they increase the worth of your car, so be sure to chat with us first.
Last Steps
Before you make your way over to our location to finalize matters, consider browsing our inventory online. That way, you can get an idea of what kind of Chrysler, Jeep, or Dodge you want to drive to Indian Caves. After that, you should make sure that you have all your necessary documents. The title is very important, as it allows you to legally transfer the ownership of your car to another party. Also, the Owner’s Manual is what gives the next driver the knowledge to operate and care for your vehicle. If you are having a hard time locating any of this paperwork, reach out to our team!
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“ Brandon is a A-1 salesman. Thank him and the dealership for taking care of us. Will always recommend to family and friends. ”
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“ Rachel really listened for our needs in a new truck and went above and beyond to find the perfect vehicle. She is wonderful to work. She doesn’t just try to sell a vehicle! She is in it for customer satisfaction! ”
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“ Everyone at Taylor was friendly and helpful. I have bought a number of cars and this was the quickest, easiest process ever. The dealership is well maintained, clean and inviting. Brandon was very helpful and personable. He made the whole process very simple. Craig in finance was very thorough in his explanation of everything. I appreciate everything they did to make this process simple and painless. ”
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“ The experience was great. Brandon went above and beyond. Love my new Jeep. Thank you all ”
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“ This local dealership has great inventory, accommodating hours, awesome deals and the most wonderful employees. Brandon Scroggins was who helped me buy my new vehicle and I never felt pressured or coaxed into anything. I told him exactly what I was looking for and he made it happen. I’d recommend anyone looking for a new car to go see Brandon at Taylor Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram! ”
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“ It was a great experience buying a car from Taylor CDJR. The overall experience was the best I’ve had buying a new car. It was the fastest and most upfront With Options and flexibility To get the deal done. Jessica, who initiated contact was wonderful and Brandon was awesome from the first text And Got answers to all my questions. He really made it easy to know what the car value was and worked with me on my trade-in. Highly recommend Brandon if you go to there to get a new car or used car, good guy. Cody, the finance professional laid out everything nice and clear. Tori helped to set up the app and made sure that I didn’t have any questions about the vehicle. I would highly recommend purchasing your vehicle at Taylor CDJR. ”
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“ Dylan was very patient and understanding. He stayed well past closing hours to make sure we got what we needed at a price we could afford. ”
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“ Wonderful experience! So kind even after I accidentally emailed the owner Jim, he was more than happy to help. It was a rainy day and they pulled the car inside to check it out without getting soaked. No hidden fees. Cody had the paperwork ready to go when I arrived. I maybe spent an hour total there. I drove 3 hours to buy my dream car and I would do it again in a heartbeat! ”
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“ Friendly service! Go see Victoria for a new or used vehicle! All around great atmosphere compared to other dealerships in my opinion. ”
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“ Oil change done while I waited. In and out in about half an hour. ”
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“ Got to admit, they made buying a vehicle out-of-state an absolute delight and I wouldn’t hesitate to do it again!!!! ”
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“ Brandon helped my husband find a jeep grand cherokee with very very low miles with a deal we couldnt pass up. He made the transaction easy and quick! I would highly recommend using him to buy a car from. Thanks Brandon! ”
Excellent customer service!
“ Excellent customer service! From the start they appreciated our business & gave us the Best deal around. Great experience no hassle no games. Jimmy made us feel like family. Jayson took care of us. They were so good to us we bought 2 cars within a few weeks. I would highly recommend our friends & family to go see Jimmy for the Best deal & the best car buying experience! ”
Thank you Taylor Jeep
“ Drove an hour to this dealership because of the good reviews and we were not disappointed. Would highly recommend. From the initial call with Ashlyn, from the salesman Cody was exceptional and felt no pressure to buy. Also worked with Craig, who was honest and didn't try to sell on stuff we didn't need. Frank was awesome, spending a good amount of time to go over the cars features and answering all of my questions. Thank you Taylor Jeep ”
Everyone at Taylor who helped me with my first new...
“ Everyone at Taylor who helped me with my first new purchase of a car made it super easy and welcoming, they made sure I got the best service especially Jayson recommending Alejandro to finalize our sale. Would recommend to anyone looking for a vehicle. ”
My experiences at Taylor Dodge has been very good. They...
“ My experiences at Taylor Dodge has been very good. They sales man treated me very kind . I love my New Jeep Renegade. Thank you Taylor Dodge. ”
Outstanding service and professionalism.
“ Outstanding service and professionalism. ”

“ No pressure dealership! From Brandon (salesman) to Craig (Finance) everything went so smoothly. Thank you! I highly recommend. ”