Ford Lease Return Guide
If the end date of your Ford lease is approaching, it’s only natural that you would begin to think about your next steps. Fortunately, our team at Germain Ford of Beavercreek is here to help! Whether you’re ready to choose your next Ford lease, purchase your current vehicle, or return your lease -- we’re standing by to walk you through the process. Also remember, you’re able to return your Ford lease right here instead of driving all the way back to your original dealer. Although the process is simple, it’s a good idea to begin considering your options for what you will be driving after you return your leased vehicle a minimum of three months in advance.
What are My Ford Lease-End Options?
Option 1 – Purchase Your Leased Ford
If you’ve grown attached to your current Ford vehicle, our team certainly understands. The good news is that your Lease Agreement includes a purchase option where you can take ownership of your Ford once your lease has officially ended. In order to satisfy your lease-end obligations, you’re required to:
- Resolve any outstanding financial obligations
- Finalize lease-end procedures, such as reviewing and signing the Odometer Statement (as required by federal law)
- Complete your vehicle purchase transaction
Better still, there are certain situations where you'll have positive equity in your well-maintained, low-mileage leased Ford vehicle. This means that you can apply this equity towards your next Ford lease or the purchase of your next Ford vehicle. Combined with the latest Ford offers and incentives, you could save big!
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Option 2 – Purchase or Lease a New Ford Vehicle
One key advantage of leasing is that you’re able to get behind the wheel of the latest version of your current model or you can choose an entirely different Ford model altogether upon the conclusion of your lease. Better still, returning Ford lessees could be eligible for additional savings on their next Ford lease. If you would prefer to purchase your next Ford, Germain Ford of Beavercreek has the latest incentives and special offers to maximize your savings.
Option 3 – Return Your Leased Ford
Regardless of where you originally leased your vehicle, you can return your Ford right here at Germain Ford of Beavercreek. Rather than driving all the way back to your originating dealer, you can count on our team to handle the lease-end process for you. To save time, we recommend that you bring your completed Vehicle Inspection Checklist along with the Excess Wear and Use Guide. Stop by Germain Ford of Beavercreek and let our friendly and knowledgeable Ford team take care of the rest.
Guide to Returning Your Leased Ford
If your lease-end date is approaching, a good first step is to have a complimentary inspection performed. Simply contact our team at Germain Ford of Beavercreek within approximately 45 days of your lease ending to schedule this inspection. To help you prepare for inspection, the table below lists important information regarding potential charges as specified in the Wear and Use guide. For complete details, you can refer to your Lease Agreement.
| Damage | Normal Wear and Use | Excess Wear and Use |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior body panel dings, dents, and scratches | Up to 3 per panel with a diameter up to 4 inches | 4 or more per panel or any with diameter greater than 4 inches |
| Glass | No glass damage | All glass damage is chargeable (even small cracks and chips can compromise safety |
| Lenses (headlights, taillights, and markers) | Scratches and scuffs | Cracked or broken |
| Wheels | Scratches and gouges up to 6 inches | Scratches or gouges greater than 6 inches |
| Tires | No sidewall damage/plugs or exposed cords/belts | Any sidewall damage/plugs, exposed cords/belts, or tires that are not an appropriate match for the vehicle |
| Interior burn holes | Up to 2 per panel with diameter up to 1/8 inch | 3 or more per panel with any diameter greater than 1/8 inch |
| Interior permanent stains | 1 per panel up to ½ inch | 2 per panel or any greater than ½ inch |
| Interior cuts and tears | Up to 2 per panel up to ½ inch | 3 or more per panel or any greater than ½ inch |
Other examples of Excess Wear and Use include:
- Mechanical or electrical malfunctions
- Insufficient or poor-quality repairs
- Broken or missing parts (e.g., keys, head restraints, spare tire, and charge cord on hybrid/electric vehicles)
Although every reasonable effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained on this site, absolute accuracy cannot be guaranteed. This site, and all information and materials appearing on it, are presented to the user "as is" without warranty of any kind, either express or implied. All vehicles are subject to prior sale. Price does not include applicable tax, title, license, and a $250 Documentation Fee.
‡Vehicles shown at different locations are not currently in our inventory (Not in Stock) but can be made available to you at our location within a reasonable date from the time of your request, not to exceed one week. Invoice may not reflect dealer's actual cost, invoice available upon request. All vehicle sales are final. We offer a 72-hour exchange on all vehicle purchases, except for Wholesale Direct Vehicles in place of returns. Must be exchanged for an in-stock unit within 72-hours, certain restrictions apply, see dealer for complete details.
