“Blue Book pricing!” “We’re selling below Blue Book!” “Get true Blue Book value for your trade-in!” Whether you’re buying or selling a car, or even just conscious these days, you can’t get away from ...

When it comes to buying either a brand-new car or a used one, a lot of people rely on these so-called Blue Book valuations perhaps a lot more than they should. Yes, they can be very useful in certain ...

New cars can lose over 20% of their original value in just a year due to depreciation. Five years into ownership, a new car can lose 60% of its original value. Well-maintained vehicles have the best ...

Several factors affect your car’s value, including its condition, history and market demand. Let’s look at these factors and why they matter to prospective buyers. A vehicle that has never been in an ...

In this column, I mainly focus on buying cars. But there’s another half of the equation, and it’s just as important. The trade-in. Let’s take a look at trading in your old car. Before we get into ...

When it comes time to get rid of your old car, you might wonder: "Should I sell my car to a dealer or privately?" Selling privately is more likely to get you the best price. At the same time, the ...