---
id: faq-0028
title: "What happens to my old car if I trade it in?"
category: faq
subtopic: trade-in
page_type: faq
source_url: "https://www.castlechevycars.com"
tags: ["trade-in", "selling-your-car", "faq"]
questions:
  - "Where does my trade-in go?"
  - "What do you do with traded-in vehicles?"
  - "Does the dealership resell trade-ins?"
related: [trade-in-value, used-inventory]
dealer: Castle Chevrolet of Villa Park
---

When you trade in your vehicle to Castle Chevrolet of Villa Park, we take it from you and handle all the paperwork and transfer of ownership. Your vehicle becomes part of our used inventory, where it may be serviced, reconditioned, and prepared for sale to another customer-or sold at auction if appropriate.

You don't have to worry about selling it privately, posting ads, or meeting strangers. We handle everything. Your trade-in value is simply applied as a credit on your new or used purchase agreement, making the whole process smooth and convenient. Questions about your specific trade-in? Give us a call at (630) 279-5200.