I've never traded in a car before and was wondering - if the Subaru trade in program below is supposed to be for 2004 model years and above, does that mean you can't trade in an 03? Or does it just mean that the models from 04 and above have guaranteed values based on year and mileage? I'm in no rush to do this anytime soon as our 2003 VDC H6 3.0L is loaded with features found on newer model years and is running beautifully now.

 

https://www.subaru.com/shopping-tools/data/vehicle/gtpinfo/4S3BH896237600019

I think the website is just a guide for newer modes that they can more accurately predict the trade-in value of. Older models they would probably value on a case by case basis.

For some brands they can only go back so many years to be dealer certified used cars. Years and I believe miles.

 

You know - it it's a Subaru Dealer it's a Subaru less than lets say 5 years old with under 50k (just guessing) and they can "dealer certify" them, add a little warranty, and have folks really pay up for them.

 

Since shortage of cars is becoming an issue this gets them late model inventory and they sell a new car - doesn't get much better than that!

 

Most Suby dealers also sell other makes(often Domestic) that perception aside they are running out of since Detroit prodcuction is such a mess and supply is running out.