---
id: faq-0026
title: "What documents do I need to bring for a trade-in?"
category: faq
subtopic: trade-in
page_type: faq
source_url: "https://www.barefordgmc.com"
tags: ["trade-in", "appraisal", "paperwork", "documents"]
questions:
  - "What paperwork do I need to trade in my car?"
  - "What should I bring when I come to trade in my vehicle?"
  - "Do I need my title to get a trade-in appraisal?"
related: [trade-in-process, trade-in-timeline]
dealer: Bareford GMC
---

Bring a few key items to make your trade-in smooth and fast:

**Essential Documents**
- Your vehicle's title or registration
- Keys to your car
- Driver's license for identification
- Service records (optional but helpful-they show good maintenance)

**Nice to Have**
If you have recent maintenance receipts or a Carfax report, those help us see the full picture of your vehicle's history.

**Loan Payoff Info**
If you're still paying on the car, bring your lender's contact info or payoff balance-we'll handle contacting them.

**Get Started**
Unsure what you need? Call (804) 445-2810 before you visit, and our team will tell you exactly what to bring. We're here to make it simple.