Cryptic crossword clue
Dash back with German article for part-exchange 5-2

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word TRADE-IN

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The straight part
We know that "part-exchange" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case part-exchange = trade-in.
The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.
This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does TRADE-IN mean?

TRADE-IN noun
  1. Property used as part payment for a new purchase
  2. A transaction including such payment

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