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Originally Posted by mspeasl
Gang,
Correct me if I am wrong, but in Illinois to get away from that problem it's 6.5% statewide on the amount due after trade in allowance.

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You are correct regarding the trade in allowance. However, I believe the base state rate for IL is 6.25% PLUS any local rates applied by Home Rule jurisdictions. Your IL tax could be as high as 9% depending on where you purchase your goods.
IL Sales Tax Rates