Cleaning and Detailing Your Mitsubishi for Appraisal

Your local Mitsubishi dealership is the best place to trade in your existing car. The dealership will accept most cars in any condition, but it’s a good idea to present it well.

Cleaning and Detailing Your Car for Appraisal at Your Local Mitsubishi Dealership

Is it Vital to Clean Your Car for an Appraisal?

It’s not essential to clean your car before you trade it in, but it is a very good idea. The dealership will want to assess how well your car has been maintained, and a clean car suggests a high level of care. You can still take your car in for an appraisal if it is dirty, but you could receive a lower valuation.

Clutter, grime, or stains make a poor first impression and may lead the dealership to assume your car has been neglected. They may also be concerned that dents, scratches, or heavy wear are being obscured. A well-presented car is more likely to receive a positive appraisal that reflects your Mitsubishi’s true value.

How Clean Should Your Car Be?

How much work you need to do on your Mitsubishi depends on how clean it already is. In the vast majority of cases, it’s not worth investing a lot of time or money to get it spotless. Remove any trash, fix any minor imperfections, and clean the car inside and out, and you should be ready to trade it in.

Cleaning the Interior

The first step is to remove your personal effects, trash, and any clutter. This should allow you to give your car a full clean without any obstructions. Vacuum the carpets, seats, and floor mats in both the cabin and the trunk. Wipe down the door panels, center console, dashboard, and any other hard surfaces with a damp cloth.

If there are any noticeable stains, treat them with a spot remover. Make sure you use the right type of cleaner for your upholstery. If there are any lingering smells, try an odor-removal product to make your car smell clean.

Cleaning the Exterior

Wash and wax the exterior, including the tires and wheel wells. Take particular care in lower areas where dirt can collect. Use a specialist glass product to remove any streaks on the windows.

When you’re ready to trade your Mitsubishi in, we can help. Contact us today at Redondo Mitsubishi in Redondo Beach, CA, to schedule an appraisal.

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