Trading in your car before purchasing a used one can go a long way in helping offset any costs of the process. Not only will it put some money back in your pocket, but it will also remove any of the hassle that you may incur trying to sell the car yourself. However, if you go into it with the wrong mindset you may not get the most out of it as possible, and Wheels.ca recently offered a few tips to anybody looking to trade in their ride.

The first thing you should do before considering a trade-in is to collect any and all service records associated with the vehicle. Along with giving the buyer an accurate gauge of the condition of the car, if it has been regularly maintained you're more likely to get a higher price for it.

In a similar vein, you'll want to be open and honest about the condition of your car. If you mislead the dealer it could spell trouble down the road.

In addition to rounding up the history of your car you should also take steps to make sure that your car looks presentable, both inside and out. Vacuum it, clean it and fix any minor problems, like cracks in the windshield, to ensure that it looks as good as possible, the website reports.

You should also be sure to get an estimate on how much your car is worth before you try to sell it to the dealer, and at New Jersey State Auto Auction it could not be easier. The business is an authorized Autotrader.com Trade In Marketplace Dealership and you can get an immediate appraisal of your car before you decide to sell it.