Return Your Lease in Great Condition

If you are among the many people today who lease their vehicle then you know that eventually there comes a time you must return it. If you let someone "borrow" something you would expect to get it back in the same or almost same condition you gave it them. If not then you would expect they pay to fix it or replace it especially if it was an expensive item. Well, the car companies work the same way. They want the vehicle you leased to come back in great condition as well, otherwise you will get charged for it. So, make sure you return your lease in great condition.

One of the very first steps you can take is getting the vehicle professionally detailed. They will clean your car from the inside out and get it to show room condition. Since they are professionals they can get the job to better and more efficiently than a normal person. They can also try to get any soiled areas or excessive smells out of the car since the dealer will charge you for those type of damages if they are excessive. It is better to be on the safe side.

Also, if your leased vehicle has any dents or dings in them you may want to get that repaired before returning your lease. Any dents or dings that are more than 2" in diameter are considered to be excessive and you will be charged a fee. Usually the dealer will charge a high amount for the repair. However you can get paintless dent removal for those dents and dings before you return your lease. Most auto body shops offer this service and it is quick and affordable. Also the original finish is not affected either. They use a process that involves reflective tools, rods and other tools to gently massage the dent out from the inside. There is no use of fillers or paint which is why the cost is lower since there are no materials needed.

Also you may need to consider getting your wheel rims repaired if they have excessive damage as well. If they are scratched a little you should be ok, however if they are bent, broken, cracked or mismatched you will be charged from the dealer.

Don't forget about the interior. If you have damage to the interior of the vehicle you can also be charged. Damage is considered excessive if a rip or tear is more than 1/2" in diameter. You can also get interior repairs completed at an auto body shop.

There are many other things that are considered when returning your lease. If you are unsure if you damage is excessive or know that your lease needs some repairs you should consider getting a lease return inspection from an auto body shop. That way they can assess the damages and get you on the right track to getting the repaired quickly and affordably. Make sure that you return you lease in good condition to avoid excessive charges from the dealer.