# 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek: Fix before trade-in?

**URL:** <https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-subaru-xv-crosstrek-fix-before-trade-in/116431>\
**Category:** Maintenance/Repairs\
**Tags:** subaru\
**Created:** [April 28, 2018, 7:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-subaru-xv-crosstrek-fix-before-trade-in/116431 "2018-04-28T19:42:22Z")\
**Posts on this page:** 2\
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**Author:** ![CarolTeichman](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/c/13edae/32.png) [@CarolTeichman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CarolTeichman)\
**Post date:** [April 28, 2018, 7:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-subaru-xv-crosstrek-fix-before-trade-in/116431/1 "2018-04-28T19:42:22Z")

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I have a small crack in the rear bumper and tail light. Is it better to get it fixed before I trade it in?

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**Author:** ![Mustangman](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/cartalk/user_avatar/community.cartalk.com/mustangman/32/44130_2.png) [@Mustangman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mustangman)\
**Post date:** [April 28, 2018, 8:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-subaru-xv-crosstrek-fix-before-trade-in/116431/2 "2018-04-28T20:32:13Z")

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Usually, Yes, because the trade-in price will be reduced by the cost to repair the damage. If it is covered by your comprehensive insurance, then just file a claim and pay your deductible. Otherwise, just let it go.