Returning a Leased Mercedes-Benz to Hendrick Mercedes-Benz of Durham
Drivers looking to return a leased Mercedes-Benz should bring it in to Hendrick Mercedes-Benz of Durham, even if you didn't purchase it here. Before you visit us, you will be contacted by Mercedes-Benz Financial Services who will outline the next steps you should take. Let us answer your frequently asked questions about Mercedes-Benz lease-end return here at Hendrick Mercedes-Benz of Durham.
Why Certify My Lease Buyout?
Every Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-Owned (MBCPO) vehicle comes with unparalleled peace of mind. To start, it's covered by any remaining portion of the Mercedes-Benz four-year/50,000 mile* New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Then, the MBCPO Limited Warranty provides comprehensive vehicle coverage for another 12 months -- now, with unlimited miles. For those MBCPO vehicles that are no longer covered by the New Vehicle Warranty, the MBCPO Limited Warranty takes effect at the time of delivery.
What Should I Do Before the Lease Ends?
Mercedes-Benz Financial Services will inform you when the time comes for a pre-inspection, which must be performed prior to lease end. This inspection is complimentary and will validate whether you followed your lease guidelines for acceptable wear-and-tear and mileage.
Before scheduling the pre-inspection, make sure all personal items are cleared from the vehicle and that all the equipment included in your lease is within the vehicle as it's returned. If the inspection finds any dents, dings, scratches, or tire wear greater than what is acceptable, it will be up to you to schedule needed repairs. Please ensure both keys are available during this inspection.
To schedule your complimentary 15 minute pre-inspection please contact our Lease-End Coordinator, Joshua Schwartzman
Will I Face Any Charges When Turning in My Lease?
There is a variable disposition fee which is listed in your original lease contact, it may be waived if you purchase or lease another Mercedes-Benz within six months of returning you previous lease. Any other potential fees come from damage or other issues, including:
- Overdue Services: Throughout the lease agreement, you are responsible for vehicle maintenance, so if the vehicle is overdue for service, a fee will be charged.
- Tire Wear: If your tires are worn down past the acceptable wear-and-tear, you will need to purchase Mercedes-Benz-approved replacement tires.
- Dents/dings/scratches: Some minor blemishes may be waived, but more severe cosmetic injuries will result in a fee.
- Mileage: If you exceeded your allotted mileage, you may purchase additional miles via the Mileage Adjustment Program, offered by Mercedes-Benz Financial Services.
- Items/Accessories: Please ensure that both keys to the vehicle are returned, along with any and all accessories that came with the vehicle when new: floormats, roof racks, shift knob, etc.
Special Incentives
For a limited time, enjoy a $1,000 Credit towards Certified Pre-Owned coverage to your Mercedes-Benz. Enjoy not only an unlimited-mileage warranty, but also unlock access to incentivized finance rates, exclusively through Mercedes-Benz Financial Services. Contact us for more information.
What Happens Next?
After your lease concludes, you can either purchase the vehicle you leased, lease another new Mercedes-Benz, or even finance another car entirely. If you have grown attached to the Mercedes-Benz you leased, you should talk to our finance center about the Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-Owned Program, since a low-mileage leased vehicle will likely qualify. Our technicians can put the car through our CPO qualification checklist and, once it passes, you get to enjoy all the benefits and warranties of this program!
To avoid a disposition fee, you can buy or lease another new BMW from Hendrick Mercedes-Benz of Durham during your lease turn in process. This way, you save and get to enjoy the newest car with the newest technology!
Coverage extends to the engine and powertrain, steering, suspension, brakes (excluding wear of discs and pads), electrical system, climate control system, and more.
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