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Step 1
There are so many things to look through when using Kelly Blue Book and the website is so easy to use. The main webpage has everything available on the website as well as a search feature. You can decide between New or Used vehicles.
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Step 2
To start, decide if you want search by year, make and model or categories. Vehicle categories include; Sedan, Hatchback, Van and Minivan, Coupe, Pickup, Luxury, Convertible, Crossover, Hybrid, Wagon and SUV. There are also many other features available such as quick links to car related websites and a Free Dealer Price Quote by ZIP Code.
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Step 3
When searching through used cars you will need to enter the year the car was made before continuing. This is not necessary for new cars. After selecting the year, you will need to select the Maker of the vehicle. After selecting the make, you will need to select the model.
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Step 4
When searching through categories, first click on the one of the categories provided. After choosing the category you will need to select the maker. You will be shown all vehicles in the category you selected by the make you selected. Pick one of these vehicles. If you are searching through used vehicles you will need to select a year available.
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Step 5
After searching through either way, you will end up on the same page. It was ask you for your ZIP Code, this is only to help find a price range near your location. Simply enter your ZIP Code and you will see three options to choose from; Trade-in Value, Private Party Value, and Suggested Retail Value.
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Step 6
Trade-In Value is price the dealership is most likely to offer you for this specific vehicle. Private Party Value is estimated price from a private party. The Kelley Blue Book Suggested Retail Value is an average price, a reasonable value. Decide which option is best for you.
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Step 7
It will ask a few more questions about the car such as mileage, drivetrain, transmission and engine. They will also ask you about other equiptment that might be available on the vehicle, not all of these options will change the value, while some options make a big difference.
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Step 8
Now you will be asked about the vehicles condition. This can make a big difference with value. There are descriptions below each option that are more specific, be sure to read them carefully before selecting. Select the condition of the vehicle to continue.
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Step 9
You will now see Kelly Blue Book's price on the vehicle. They include a picture of the vehicle next to the price to confirm that you are searching for the right vehicle. When looking at the price, you will see the different prices for the conditions of the vehicle, it pays off to have a vehicle in excellent condition.
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Step 10
Now that you know how to use Kelly Blue Book, you can look at as many vehicles as you want before making your decision. When you try to sell a vehicle to a car dealership they will not buy it without looking at Kelly Blue Book. Take your time to do some research and it will pay off in the end.
Comments
betterbody said
on 6/28/2009 Kelly Blue Book is the best for doing this. Thanks for the reminder.
Mitestarossa said
on 5/14/2009 The kelley blue book is good to use if you are buying or selling a car.