Find out why more people are choosing Capital City Motor Company to trade in their car.

Even if you didn't buy your car from us— We will still offer top dollar trade allowance. We accept any make, any model, any year, and ANY condition!

We Pay MORE for Your Car!

Have you heard the news? We pay MORE for your car than most metro big box dealers and online retailers!

Negative Equity? That's Ok.

Have you been told that you are upside-down in your car? Take advantage of our aggressive trade offers and explore financing options with one of our 45+ lenders.

We'll Tow Your Car— FOR FREE!

Is your car broke down or on it's last leg? That's okay— it lived a good life. We will tow your car for FREE, and STILL give you top dollar trade allowance!

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Hear From Our Customers Who Traded With Us

See why people say Capital City Motor Company has the HIGHEST trade allowances in the Des Moines, IA Metro.

Colton M.

Not only did they give me an INSANE trade deal, but they were also super laid back, cool and Dane was exceptional with his customer service. Genuinely the best car buying experience I've had in a very long time

Jim R.

Molly from Capital City Motor Company contacted me and made a great offer! She offered more than ALL other local dealers who I considered for trade in. This company was excellent to work with

Andy S.

They gave us private party value when other metro dealers low balled us with "trade-in" pricing. Capital City Motor Company is legit!

Interested in Just Selling Your Car?

We'll buy your car, even if you don't buy from us! Sell us your car, with NO pressure to buy. Learn more about our Vehicle Buying Center Process, meet our acquisition team, and view frequently asked questions about selling your car.

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Want to Trade in Something Other Than a Car?

Interested in trading in something other than a car? We are open to ALL trades! We have traded for some interesting things over the years...

Give our Acquisition Team a call at (515) 265-1467 to see what we can offer.

Trade Your Car in Des Moines, IA: FAQs

The value of your vehicle depends on factors like its age, mileage, condition, and current market demand. At Capital City, you will deal with a real person giving you a REAL number on your car. NO estimates with 'what ifs', NO online estimators, and NO lowball offers once you get here!

Our team strives to give the most competitive trade offers in the market, and we strive to beat out offers from other big box metro dealers and even online retailers. If you have an offer from another dealer, bring in your offer and we will always try to match or beat it!

We will trade for ANY car! — Any year, any make, any model, and ANY condition!

Want to buy a Nicer, Newer Car, but still owe money on your current car? No worries! We can still take your car in on trade. We will pay off the balance you owe directly to your bank even if you didn't buy the car from us. Any equity can be applied to your new loan.

Have you been told by other dealers that you are upside-down in your car? You came to the right place! With our aggressive trade offers and relationships with 45+ different lenders, we work harder than anyone to trade you out of your current situation into the Nicer, Newer Car that fits you better.

Is your car broke down or on it's last leg? That's okay— it lived a good life. We will tow your car for FREE, and STILL give you top dollar trade allowance!

Ultimately that is your decision. But having a trade-in can positively affect your new financed purchase by lowering your payment, possibly lowering your interest rate, and opening up more lender options. Plus, a lot of times our trade offers beat out private party offers and online selling offers!

Absolutely! We will always welcome anyone to the Capital City family! We will accept your trade no matter where you purchased it from, and will even pay off your loan if it is with a lender we are not partnered with.

Yes, you can! Unlike most boring dealers, we will consider anything for a trade-in! We have traded for some interesting things over the years.... Have something of value that you want to use to reduce the purchase price of your new car? Bring it by the store or call us at (515) 265-1467, and let's see what we can do!