I have a 98 Volvo S90 with 85,000 miles in ex cond and want to trade it in. Blue Book value is 6000-8000.?

Question

How much will a dealer give me for it? It also has a check engine light that stays on constantly.

Answer 1

A check engine light means that the car is not in excellent condition. The trade-in price (e.g. what a dealer could offer you) for Fair condition is $4,725 while good condition is $5,525.

Take your car to http://www.carmax.com for an accurate appraisal.

Answer 2

Check your classifieds and see what people are asking for cars like yours. The dealer won't give you that much. Subtract at least $1000 from what you see in the paper, and maybe more because of the check engine light.