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End of Lease FAQs

Turning in your Leased Vehicle At Circle Buick GMC


Your lease is ending, now what? We know that it can always be confusing when you’ve never done something like this before, which is why we wanted to help you out when it comes to the end of your lease, and what comes next. At Circle Buick GMC, we always want our customers to have the information they need to make the best decisions for their lives. That’s why we are going to be answering some of your biggest questions when it comes to the end of a lease agreement. Down below we’ll be going through some frequently asked questions, and really nail down any worries or fears that you might be having! Remember, we’re here for you, and if you have anything else you need to know, give us a call!

What are My End-of-Lease options?

There are three main things you can do with your vehicle after your lease ends.

  • Start a New Lease: The first thing is that you simply start looking for the vehicle that you want to lease next. At our dealership, there are a lot of different models that you can choose from, depending on your specific needs.
  • Buy Off Your Current Leased Vehicle: If you love your current vehicle and are not ready to part ways with it, you are in luck! Another end of lease option is to pay off the remaining value of the car and take ownership. This could be good for someone who really does love their current car, and doesn’t want to deal with getting a completely new one that they might not be as comfortable with.
  • Simply turn in your vehicle: The final option is to return the vehicle, and not lease from another vehicle on our lot. This is in lieu of switching for a new lease, or buying the vehicle.

Do I have to get my vehicle inspected before I return it?

One thing that you absolutely have to do before you return your vehicle is, within 120 days of the end of the lease, you need a pre-return inspection. The point of this is to figure out the condition of the vehicle that you are returning so there is a better idea of the wear and tear that has been incurred. This helps to figure out how much you might owe at the end of the lease, on top of other costs. The inspection that we’re talking about can happen at the dealership, your office, or even your home. That makes it simple and easy, so you shouldn’t ignore it or put it off!

What kinds of things is the inspection looking for?

There are many different things that the inspection will be checking for when it comes to what you might have to pay extra for. A few exterior examples include hail damage/punctures, cracked glass, any dents or scratches. Those scratches usually have to be more than 4-inches to really be considered extreme damage. As for the interior, some examples include large upholstery holes, tears, and even permanent stains that are unable to be removed.

Leasing With Circle Buick GMC

Do you have any questions that need to be answered? You can give us a call, or you can even stop in and ask us face-to-face. We would love to assist you with the process if anything is giving you problems, or you simply want to make sure you’re on the right track. If your lease is close to coming to an end, you have some big decisions to make. We here at Circle Buick GMC are standing by to make this a stress-free experience!