Part Exchanges, Trade In, Straight Swaps with Van and Car Trader
At Van and Car Trader we endeavor to make your part exchange process as simple as possible. Which is why we offer you 100% of the True Trade Value of your part exchange.
Trade in your old vehicle is easy at Van and Car Trader - once you have decided which car you want to purchase a member of our sales team will carry out a part exchange appraisal on your old vehicle.
- Make sure you can find all of the paperwork, including the V5C registration document and current MOT certificate.
- Check the details on the paperwork are correct, and get them corrected if need be.
- Make sure your service history is up to date. If you have missing stamps or have lost the service book, speak to your garage about filling in the blanks. Your car will worth more if the history is intact.
- Find all the sets of keys, including central locking remotes.
- If the car needs any servicing or remedial work, investigate getting it carried out. However, it's possible this may cost more than the additional value your car will gain.

The part exchange appraisal
The part exchange appraisal includes carrying out a thorough check of your vehicle, inspecting the cars current condition, bodywork and wheels while you watch on. All of our staff members are highly trained in carrying out these vehicle appraisals so you can rest assured that you'll be getting an accurate valuation.

The part exchange offer
Once the inspection has been completed, our Sales Controllers will use the information to work out the part exchange offer. You can be assured that our valuation is 100% of the True Trade Value of your car providing you with the peace of mind that you are getting a fair trade in price..

We accept all types of vehicles
So whatever vehicle you have, we can help you out. Just fill in the form below to see how we can assist you in your part exchange. Alternatively you can contact us by phone or through our Live Chat function.