With interest rates the lowest they have been in years, it is a terrific opportunity to get the new car you've always wanted.
To determine the approximate worth of your present vehicle, visit the Kelly Blue Book website. This site provides up-to-date information on just about every auto make and model, and offers you the option of determining what a dealer might pay for your trade-in, versus what you may be able to obtain for your car if you sell it yourself. Use of the site is free, and it only takes a minute or two.