Customisations and upgrades to your vehicle can make it much more enjoyable, comfortable and fun to drive but they can also help you get a better price when you decide to sell it. You obviously don’t want to make any big investments if you are planning to sell your car shortly but it’s good to know which and how particular gadgets and accessories impact your vehicle’s value and desirability on the resale market.
Here are the top 5 add-ons which will instantly increase the value of your car and make it easier to sell:
Built-in navigation system. Despite the enormous choice of navigation systems at highly accessible prices, not to mention excellent smartphone navigation apps, the majority of drivers still prefer built-in navigation systems. Having a navigation system built into the console can thus make your car sellable and increase its resale value, especially if it’s a family car.
Parking aid technology. This is another highly desirable add-on which is becoming a standard feature of more and more vehicles, including those in the mid- and lower-price ranges. Even more desirable is the self-parking technology but even the most basic park distance control can help you get a better price when you decide to sell your vehicle.
Bluetooth. Again, most new cars will come with Bluetooth included but if you are driving an older vehicle, you obviously need to have it installed yourself if you want to connect to your smartphone and other devices wirelessly. The good news is that Bluetooth car transmitters are very inexpensive (it is possible to find them for less than £10) and according to motoring experts, they also add value to your car on the resale market.
Quality alloy wheels. Although they are among the most commonly cited add-ons that increase the value of a car, they can sometimes also have the opposite effect similar to spoilers, exhaust pipes, grills and the likes which tend to appeal only to a small group of people. So be very careful when replacing the original alloy wheels with newer, better and shinier ones.
A personalised number plate. Believe it or not but some of the most desirable personalised number plates are more expensive than a brand new car. So if you by any chance happen to own a highly sought after number or/and letter combination, personalised number plate can add a significant value to your car.
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