Which should I trade in?

Question

We're getting a 2004 Prius (the hybrid), and this is what we have currently..one that will be traded in:

2002 Cavalier (59,000 miles, still owe $2200 on it). Was in an accident in 2005 that required nearly $6000 in damages (not our fault). Not entirely comfortable..possibly some frame damage occured. Can get over $3000 for it.

2001 Venture (110,000 miles, paid off). No accidents, just needs regular tuneups. Can probably get over $6000 for it.

I'll note that personally , we feel more comfortable in the venture than the cavalier..due to the accident.

The hybrid we want to buy is a 2004 Prius with 30k miles and around 17k.

Answer 1

Get rid of the Cavalier. Then you will also be out of that payment.

Answer 2

The Cavalier is worth nothing to the dealership. You are only going to get trade in value for your 2001 Venture and it sounds as though it is still in very good condition. You can go to www.kelleybluebook.com or www.edmunds.com and look at what the trade in value for the vehicle is and then what the dealership offers you and from there you can "wheel and deal" or decide if you even want to get rid of it because you are not going to get what it is worth at a dealer. You are often better off selling it out right to a private buyer. It is just going to depend on the trade in value, how much you are wanting for your Venture and what kind of deal the dealership is willing to offer.

Answer 3

Ditch the Cavalier

Answer 4

Get rid of all the vehicles you currently own, and don't buy a hybrid, cause it seems like knowone knows how to work on them. They don't get very good gas mileage like the dealerships are trying to let on like they do.

Answer 5

Venture the trans will go or the intake manifolds.

Answer 6

get rid of the cav you can always use the venture for road trips and large items.