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Lease Returns |
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Introduction
What are recharges? |
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Most inspectors work from the guidelines provided
by the BVRLA (British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association) in their
Fair Wear & Tear Guide. If you haven't already received one of these
guides, we strongly recommend that you purchase one HERE
or pop in to Clean Image. |
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The guide provides information as to what is and what is not acceptable with full descriptions, photos and even a handy check list for appraising your vehicle before return. Keep this guide in your glove compartment and use it to check your car should you incur any damage, The Fair Wear & Tear Guide guide will tell you if you are likely to incur a penalty, this online guide will tell you what to do about it.
Although many penalty charges are for excessive mileage, often the penalties are for damage which can be easily rectified at a fraction of the cost. For example, if you have a small scuff on your bumper, you could be charged the full price of a bodyshop repair which may involve replacing and repainting the whole bumper. However, a Smart Repair technician can repair just the damaged area which obviously costs less money. Even if your car has damage which needs a full bodyshop repair, it is often cheaper to have the work done yourself than pay the penalty recharges which will cover the lease company's administration costs for the repair. But of course the best option is to try to avoid damaging your car in the first place! With just a little effort you can avoid most of the risks and save yourself trouble when you return your lease car. |
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This brief guide will help you avoid Excessive Wear & Tear and maintain your car in good condition. It will also tell you your responsibilities as the key-holder, the kind of damage which can incur penalties and where to get it fixed. Contents
Essential Reading - the highlights
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This lease car guide was produced with the assistance of:-
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| Valeting Articles: Index Page A list of articles on various car care and car valeting subjects |
Lease Return Article: How
to save hundreds
of pounds when returning your lease car.
A case study of a car inspected by Clean
Image.
Lease Return Article: More benefits of our lease return inspection.
It's not just the money... There are
many other benefits too!
Lease Return Article: The
Triangle of Terror!!!
The cause and the solution to the
arguments between drivers,
fleet managers and lease companies.
Lease Return Article: Why
Drivers don't make good inspectors.
Why drivers who inspect their own
vehicles miss most of the damage.
Article: Should
I buy or lease my next car?
Find out all the benefits
of a valet, why and when you should have it done.
Article: Car Leasing - There's no escaping the cost of high mileage.
Lease return penalty charges for
excess mileage can be a real headache, we look at some ways to
minimise mileage use and avoid recharges.
Car Leasing Article: Car
Leasing Explained
How does car leasing really
work?
External Link: Planet Leasing
An Essex based company that is very keen
to please!
They are very 'service' orientated and whatever you need, they
are worth talking to.
External Link: Alpha Leasing Blog
Useful advice for drivers of lease cars.
Directory: Leasing And Contract Hire
Our list of resources - leasing and contract hire companies, fleet management, vehicles inspections, lease swaps, exchanges, advice.
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