The Simple Ford End of Lease Guide

You’ve had a fun ride with your brand new Ford vehicle, but the time is coming for your lease to come to a close. What now? The good news is you have several options in front of you on how to proceed with your Ford end-of-lease. It’s also important to note specific tasks you should be aware of to avoid unnecessary end-of-lease charges. So let’s finish strong! At the end of your Ford lease, you will schedule your lease-end inspection, complete any necessary repairs, and then return to your Ford dealership to either buy your lease vehicle, lease a new Ford vehicle, or just return your lease vehicle. Here’s an in-depth look at what to expect for your end of lease.

Complete Your Lease-End Inspection

The first step to a successful lease-end period is paying attention to when your lease is due. Review your lease agreement to find out the date that your lease is due back at Kings Ford. Keep this date in mind throughout your lease term so you can plan ahead for your lease-end inspection. The lease-end inspection should be completed approximately 35-45 days before your lease is due.

Why is this so important? This inspection helps you and our dealership stay proactive with any necessary repairs or excessive wear and tear. You will also know before you return your vehicle if you have excessive wear and tear in your lease. The timing gives you an opportunity to make any repairs you desire at the place of your choosing so you can avoid penalty fees when you turn in your vehicle. Our certified service center knows exactly how to service Ford vehicles, and using genuine OEM will make all the difference in your repairs. You may not find expert-level Ford service technicians at other service centers!

The good news about your lease-end inspection is we make it as easy as possible for you to have it completed. You can schedule your inspection online or by phone for a day, time, and location that’s convenient to you. The inspection can take place at your home or office, taking one more thing off your plate!

Before you have your lease-end inspection completed, it’s always a good idea to do a self-inspection of your Ford lease’s wear and tear. Reach out to our team for more information on the guidelines for wear and tear to help you determine what’s normal and what’s excessive. This self-inspection helps you prepare even more and avoid those extra wear and tear charges when you return your lease.

The scheduled and self-inspection are necessary parts to your Ford end of lease process. Don’t avoid them, and don’t wait until the last minute to have them done. You could be saving yourself money, frustration, and time when it’s time to return your lease.

Decide on Your Next Vehicle

With inspections and repairs out of the way, now it’s the fun part of your lease-end process! Now you have to decide on your next vehicle and the result of your current Ford lease. There are several options available to you, and we’ve made it simple and easy to get what you truly want. All you have to do is come to our dealership at Kings Ford, and we’ll work it all out. Your options at the end of your lease are to either buy your current Ford lease, buy or lease a new Ford vehicle, or just return your Ford lease.

 Buy Your Ford Lease Vehicle

For those of you who just can’t bear to part ways with your current Ford lease, you don’t have to! You have the option to purchase your current Ford lease vehicle and keep it forever. The great news is that if you decide to buy your leased vehicle at the end of the lease period, you won’t have to pay any excess wear and tear or mileage charges! It’s truly your vehicle, and we honor that.

We’ve made this an easy purchase process too. In your lease agreement, you will find a purchase option price for lease-end. Then you will contact us at Kings Ford to confirm the final purchase price and schedule a time for you to come in and finalize everything. Finally, just a simple appointment with our team at Kings Ford to finalize the purchase and sign paperwork, and you are driving off!

Buying your current Ford lease vehicle could be a good idea if you find at the end of the lease agreement you are over the mileage limit or have excessive wear and tear. If you’re looking to avoid paying those extra fees and completing any repairs or replacements, then purchasing your Ford lease will give you that freedom.

Lease or Buy a New Vehicle

One of the big draws to leasing a Ford vehicle is you always get to experience a brand new car. When your lease is up in 24 months, you have the option to return it for an even newer Ford vehicle. This means new technology, new features, updated interior and exterior, plus everything under the hood is in pristine condition. Just set up your lease-end appointment at our dealership to return your current lease, and we’ll help you find the perfect Ford for your next lease.

If this next season of your life calls for a car purchase, we can certainly help with that too. Once you return your Ford lease, you can purchase a new or used Ford vehicle from our growing inventory. We offer the full Ford vehicle lineup with a variety of trim levels, features, and prices. For our used inventory, you can filter your search on our website to your exact budget, mileage, make, model, and more. You can start your vehicle purchase the same day you return your Ford lease, or you can begin your search on our website.

Return Your Ford Lease Vehicle

The final option available to you for your lease-end process is to simply return your Ford lease and walk away. That’s the beauty of a Ford lease with Kings Ford; that you are never obligated to lease or purchase another vehicle with us. At the end of the day, we want to serve you well, and we want you to be happy with your next vehicle.

You will just need to ensure all of the equipment that came with the vehicle is returned, all of your personal belongings removed, and complete any necessary repairs. Make an appointment at our dealership to wrap up your lease-end process, and you will be on your way. We aim to make it a seamless and quick process.

Kings Ford Has Your Next Ford

Leasing a Ford car, truck, or SUV is an exciting adventure for many drivers with all of the new technology and features. All good things must come to an end, though, but our team at Kings Ford works hard to ensure the Ford end of lease procedure is stress-free and simple for you. We’ve even made it easy to select your next Ford vehicle as a lease or purchase. No matter if you choose to lease or purchase your next Ford vehicle, Kings Ford has exactly what you’re looking for. Start your vehicle search on our website, or come visit us today to test drive your dream Ford car!