My Car Lease Is Ending…What Should I Do?

Wondering what to do when your lease is up? Not to worry, as we’re here to walk you through the entire process—after all, it’s hard to go wrong with a plan that offers such epically low payments and commitments, so we want to help keep the experience fun and simple. So, follow along with us today as we walk you through the steps of what to do next, and stop by Spitzer Honda Cleveland to explore lease options or for extra guidance on what to do next.

Getting Prepared: What You’ll Need Before Your Car Return

You’ll want to start preparing to return your vehicle about 2-3 months before your final payment by contacting the Lease Maturity Center to get full and specific details about what actions you’ll want to take next. Also, you’ll need to schedule an end-of-lease vehicle inspection through SGS or by calling 1-800-340-4080.

The week before your return, make an appointment with us to return your leased Honda (or look over what you can do next), and we’ll help take care of everything from there. When your appointment date arrives, bring all your current vehicle’s keys, the owner’s manual and maintenance records, the vehicle return receipt, any receipts for completed repairs, and your vehicle inspection report—then you’ll have virtually everything needed for a swift and seamless transaction when you arrive at our dealership.

What Can I Do After My Lease Ends?

When your lease term finally ends, you’ve got a few options—did you really love your ride? Then you can outright buy the car you leased at a discounted rate since you already paid for a good chunk of the vehicle through your payments. If you’re ready to move on, you can also trade out your ride to lease a brand new Honda—best of all, you’re free to lease nearly any Honda from the current model year, from the action-ready CR-V, the family-friendly Odyssey, or even a track-geared Civic Type-R—just let us know what you’re thinking about driving and we’ll do what we can to help. If you return your vehicle, don’t forget to call the Lease Maturity Center (1-800-708-6555) and let them know you returned your vehicle to prevent any potential extra charges.

Cover Your Honda Lease Return at Spitzer Honda

Eager to see what happens next after your lease ends? Stop by Spitzer Honda Cleveland and let our team know what you want to do next. Also, don’t forget to explore our end-of-lease specials to see how you can save on your next vehicle to make driving the cars you love even better. When you’re here, you’re our #1 priority, so don’t hesitate to ask for assistance or questions, whether it’s about financial plans or help with finding the perfect car—we’re always happy to help.