Consumer Reports' tips for trading in or selling your car

Whether you're looking to trade in or make a straight sale, Consumer Reports has tips to optimize the price

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Trading-in has long been standard practice for new car buyers. But it's not always the best move.

By swapping your car for a new one at a dealership, "you could be leaving thousands of dollars on the table," said Michael Crossen, manager of auto testing at Consumer Reports. But how can you make sure you're getting the most for your car?

Luckily, Crossen and other experts at CR created a list of tips for sellers looking to offload a used vehicle.

Continue reading to see what they recommend:

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