Returning a Leased Car at Rusnak Auto Group

Returning a leased car can be a nerve-wracking experience, but it certainly doesn’t have to be that way. Our guide to lease returns can help you enjoy a simple, streamlined experience from start to finish—avoiding inconveniences and fees along the way. If your lease is coming to a close and you’re ready to start a new adventure, reach out to Rusnak Auto Group! Even if you didn’t lease from one of our dealerships, we can help you take the next steps today.

Preparing for Returning a Leased Car

Returning a leased car can be as simple as driving into the dealership and dropping off the vehicle. You just have to make sure that you’ve taken care of all the necessary steps ahead of time! Gather up all of the following before you visit a lease return center in Pasadena or Pasadena:

• Original lease paperwork (if available)
• Maintenance and repair records
• Your vehicle inspection report
• Your owner’s manual
• Key fobs and spare keys
• Any accessories or add-ons that came with the vehicle

Although certain items—like your maintenance records—can be looked up by the dealership, keeping all of your paperwork on file is the best way to ensure a quick and seamless lease return. The failure to return any of these other items can result in fees, so make sure to keep track of everything that you received at the start of your lease.

The Process of Returning a Leased Car

Well before the date of your lease return, it’s a good idea to schedule an inspection and let someone take a look at your vehicle. They’ll be able to tell you if your vehicle has been well-maintained—and they can even provide a list of items that need to be addressed in order to avoid lease return fees.

When you’re ready to drop the vehicle off at a lease return center, you should expect to take each of the following steps:

1. Drive into the dealership and fill out an odometer statement. If you’ve gone over the mileage limit that’s listed in your contract, you should expect to pay a fee.
2. One of our team members will look over the vehicle, complete a thorough inspection, and assess any damages. If your vehicle has been subject to excess wear and tear, you may be asked to pay additional fees.
3. You’re free to take whichever next steps make the most sense for your needs. Start a new lease, finance a pre-owned vehicle, or call a cab to get back home! It’s all up to you, and we’d be happy to help you explore your options. Not sure if you should buy or lease? We can help with that too.

Your final bill may not be ready right away—so don’t be surprised if it takes some time to get the results of your inspection.

If your lease is coming to a close and you’re concerned about finding your next new or used vehicle, get in touch with us today! We’ll do our best to ensure that you can find a model that suits your needs. We can even help you reserve a car that will be delivered directly from the factory. Contact us to learn more about either option.

Returning a Leased Car Early

Can you return a leased car early? Although the answer is usually yes, you should look over your contract before you make any final plans. You might still be responsible for any remaining payments, and you might also have to pay an early termination fee. However, if you decide to return your car to Rusnak Auto Group, we may be able to help with any fees that you incur for acting early.

Complete Your Lease Return with a Trustworthy Team

The dealerships that are part of Rusnak Auto Group are easy to reach from anywhere near Thousand Oaks or Westlake Village! We hold ourselves to a higher standard of customer service, and we’ll ensure that your lease return is as easy as it can be.