If you are considering trading in a used car when you purchase your new one, it is best to
◦ tell the dealer right away so that your trade-in credit can be calculated against the purchase of your new car.
◦ not trade the car in, but rather sell it yourself to someone else.
◦ make the trade-in deal a separate transaction from the new car deal.
◦ not be too concerned about the value given, since dealers are required to give you at least blue book value.