The pre-owned automotive market in the Chicago metropolitan area is experiencing continuous demand for well-maintained sedans, all-wheel-drive crossovers, trucks, and highline performance vehicles. If you have been wondering what your current vehicle is worth in today's active retail environment, there has never been a better time to find out.

This weekend, Autos of Chicago is hosting our signature Trade Upgrade Weekend at our flagship showroom located at 1555 East Rand Road in Arlington Heights, IL. Our headline message to motorists across Cook and Lake Counties is simple: “Bring Us Your Current Vehicle and See What It’s Worth — Even If You Don’t Buy From Us!” Whether you want to cash out your equity with an instant bank check, explore high-end retail consignment, or trade up to an executive luxury model, our team delivers transparent valuations with zero sales pressure.

Why Attend Trade Upgrade Weekend?

Selling a car on private consumer websites involves fielding endless messages, negotiating with unverified buyers, risking fraudulent checks, and coordinating test drives with strangers. Our Trade Upgrade Weekend eliminates all friction and provides three flexible pathways for your vehicle:

Pathway 1: Outright Cash Buyout (No Purchase Required): We appraise your vehicle on the spot and issue an official bank certified check within 30 minutes. We satisfy your existing bank lien, execute state title paperwork, and completely release you from liability via our we will buy your car acquisition service.
Pathway 2: Direct Vehicle Trade-In with Tax Credits: Trade your vehicle toward any of the 400+ frontline models in our pre-owned vehicle inventory. You immediately unlock the Illinois State Sales Tax Credit, paying sales tax only on the net price difference between your trade and replacement vehicle.
Pathway 3: Professional Luxury Consignment: Own a specialized, rare, or exotic sports car? Take advantage of our professional car consignment program, where our marketing specialists handle professional studio photography, multi-stage machine detailing, nationwide marketplace syndication, and buyer financing to net you maximum retail return.

Comparison: Private Party Sale vs. Autos of Chicago Trade Upgrade

Transaction Attribute	Private Marketplace Sale	Autos of Chicago Trade Upgrade Event
Transaction Speed	3 to 6 Weeks Average	Under 30 Minutes on the Spot
Payment Security	High risk of counterfeit funds or payment reversal	100% Guaranteed Certified Bank Draft Check
Existing Loan Payoffs	Seller must pay off bank before title release	Dealership wires funds directly to lienholder
Tax Advantages	Zero sales tax credit on replacement purchase	Full Illinois State Sales Tax Credit on trade value

💡 What to Bring to Trade Upgrade Weekend:

To finalize your appraisal and receive payment on the spot, please bring:
1. Valid driver's license for all titled owners.
2. Clear vehicle title or your current lender's name and account number.
3. Valid vehicle registration card and all operational keys/fobs.
Need duplicate keys made before appraising? Check out our key replacement service.

Quick Links for Trade Upgrade Shoppers

Sell Your Car Online Portal — start your cash offer process from your mobile phone
Trade-In Valuation Form — calculate your trade equity baseline
Pre-Owned Cars & Sedans — explore performance sedans and executive coupes
Pre-Owned Electric Vehicles — trade your gas vehicle into a modern EV
Virtual Test Drive Service — explore replacement vehicles digitally