Black Book Vs. Blue Book

Do you live out in Grove City or further and need a reliable commuter vehicle to The Ohio State University campus? Trying to trade in your current vehicle for a great offer in Franklin County or the surrounding areas? Byers Auto Group is here to assist.

We use a Black Book calculator to provide both students looking for their starter car and faculty looking for an upgrade with current trade-in estimates and offers. What is the value of Black Book, and how does it differ from Blue Book values? Keep reading to get the details, or feel free to reach out to us online for more information.

What Is Blue Book Value?

The trade-in valuation provided by Kelley Blue Book is commonly referred to as the “Blue Book” trade-in valuation. It’s used by many car dealerships, both local to campus and out past Dublin, because it is free and requires no monthly payment. It ranks cars into four main categories: excellent, good, fair, and poor. That said, Blue Book valuations are sometimes on the higher end of what’s considered normal or fair, especially when buying a new vehicle. Accordingly, if you’re trying to value your trade-in, you may not get as much as the Blue Book valuation would suggest, which can seem misleading to some drivers.

What Is Black Book Value?

What is Black Book value? Many dealers use Black Book trade-in valuations, including Byers Auto Group. It often provides more up-to-date information about car and truck transactions than Kelley Blue Book, making it potentially more accurate. Why? Black Book updates the dealer invoice and MSRP of vehicles weekly.

Black Book Vs. Blue Book Trade-In Value Meaning

As you can see, Black Book and Blue Book values both serve a purpose. Here’s a rundown on the main differences between Black Book vs. Blue Book for your convenience:

• Black Book: Used more by dealers. Provides more accurate up-to-date information (especially with new car pricing), thanks to weekly MSRP and dealer invoice updates.
• Blue Book: Used more by consumers because it’s free. Offers a grading scale for vehicle condition from poor to excellent. KBB Instant Cash Offer adds convenience.

Value Your Trade-In At Byers Auto Group

Driving on Olentangy, John Herrick Drive, or the rest of Columbus can be stressful enough during heavy traffic—you should feel confident and relaxed behind the wheel of whatever car, truck, or SUV you’ve financed or leased. That’s why if you require an upgrade, we encourage you to trade in your car at Byers Auto Group and put the credit toward a down payment on a new vehicle. We prioritize transparency and accuracy, which is why we use Black Book values to provide the most current and reliable information to all our customers.