When to sell/trade

[Bigsandynorth]

When do you think is the best time to sell or trade in regards to milage or year of vehicle and still get the best bang for buck. I am thinking about trading mine in, has 85000 miles on it and would like to trade before the 100k mark.

[Outfitter17]

I think it really depends on the vehicle. What do you have?

[Bigsandynorth]

04 f-150 supercrew lariet. 85k miles

[Sniper07]

Here where I live now is the best time to trade in a 4x4 as they bring a bigger buck just before and into winter.

[CJH]

Here is my take on it, and its not based on anything other than my own personal experience.

I think the best time to own a vehicle is from about 30k-90k. That seems to be the sweet spot in the depreciation schedule. (Drops 20-30% the first 2 years, then drops gain once it hits 100k) Plus the vehicles are still pretty reliable, just maintenance needs to be done in alot of cases.

Also, you'll get more for a trade in on the truck in the winter, but you will probably pay more for one as well. (higher demand) Cars are the opposite. Try to do deals at the end of the month, as that's when dealers are trying to push and hit their sales targets, so they are more motivated to make a deal.

Good Luck!!!