May 9, 2025

Trading in your old INFINITI vehicle is a terrific way to save on your new auto loan or lease agreement. You will get the best INFINITI trade-in value when you gather records of routine maintenance, clean up your vehicle, and address mechanical issues before visiting your local dealer. 

Maximizing the Value of Your INFINITI Trade-In

There are a few things you can do to increase the value of your trade-in, such as detailing your vehicle before you visit your dealership to finalize your deal. Your local dealership will factor in the curb appeal of your vehicle as part of the final trade-in valuation, so be sure to thoroughly clean the inside and outside of your vehicle to minimize wear and tear evidence.
It’s also a good idea to have minor mechanical issues corrected before visiting your dealership. When your vehicle is in very good condition, this means the dealer will not need to pay for repairs, which then allows the dealership to offer more for your vehicle. Investing in new filters, topping up fluids, replacing wear and tear parts, and other minor mechanical fixes can go a long way to boosting your vehicle’s value.

How Can You Find Out Your INFINITI Trade-In Value?

Learning about your trade-in value before you visit your local dealership can give you the knowledge to make a good deal, whether you are trading in to finance a new model or applying the equity of your leased vehicle toward a new lease deal. You can use your dealership’s online valuation tool to get an estimate of your vehicle’s current market value.
The online valuation tool will intake information about the year your INFINITI was manufactured, the specific model and trim, as well as customizations that have been made, such as premium paint colors or performance parts. From there, the valuation tool will generate an estimate of the market value of your vehicle. Keep in mind that this estimate can change based on additional details, such as the miles on the odometer and major accidents in the vehicle history. 

Modifications vs Genuine Accessories

Add-on features can have a major impact on the value of your vehicle. In general, modifications made with generic parts or non-factory aftermarket customizations can lower the value of your vehicle. These modifications can include lowering the suspension system, non-factory custom paint jobs or decals, and other alterations that make your vehicle stand out from factory INFINITI models. 
On the other hand, using genuine INFINITI parts to customize your vehicle typically won’t hurt your vehicle’s value. Genuine parts have a higher quality and can add value to your vehicle’s trade-in estimate, particularly if you have records that prove customizations were made with INFINITI parts at an INFINITI dealership. 

You can use your trade-in valuation to lower your down payment on an auto loan or lease agreement. Get in touch with INFINITI of Sarasota in Sarasota, FL to discuss trade-in offers today.