4. Holding Your Car Too Long
According to Autotrader, a car’s age matters a lot, too. If you work from home or otherwise don’t drive a lot, don’t expect a 7-year-old car with 34,000 miles to fetch the same price as a 3-year-old car with 34,000 miles.
Not only do cars deteriorate with age even when they’re driven lightly, but they can also fail without “exercise,” according to Autotrader. Don’t make the mistake of thinking low mileage means the trade-in value of your car is high.
5. Tinting Your Windows
Tinted windows can reduce glare and heat, but they can also reduce the value of your car. Tinting — specifically dark tints — can lower the value of your car and ward off some potential buyers. Another consideration is legality. Laws regarding tinting vary considerably by state, so what’s legal where you live might not be legal where a prospective buyer lives.
If you decide to tint your windows, have a professional do it. Tints often bubble and blister over time — which can affect your car’s value, too.
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