Leased Vehicle Dent Repair
When To Consider A Leased Vehicle Dent Repair?
Whether you drove through a hailstorm or another driver dinged your leased vehicle in a parking lot, dents happen and are unsightly marks on a vehicle. There is often not much you can do about that fact. However, you do have a choice whether to do the leased vehicle dent repair yourself or turn the vehicle back into the leasing company and pay their charges for dent repair.
When you rent a car, truck or SUV (sports utility vehicle), it’s wise to inspect it for damages when you first rent it and make note of any dents or scratches. You can also make the leasing company aware of the damages before leaving the lot. In this way, you establish the fact that the dents were there prior to rental. You should also inspect the vehicle again before turning it in. It may even be worthwhile to get it washed and detailed before inspecting it for damage.
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At Evantage PDR we’re glad to provide you with an estimate. We make it easy to assess your damage and we can often repair vehicles within hours. Our online form is very user friendly and you can even attach images if you wish. Either fill out our online form or give us a call at (631) 590-5003. We’ll have your vehicle fixed in no time!
One fundamental guideline is to assess the size of the dent. If the dent is diminutive, say, no larger than the size of a quarter, it’s typically classified as a minor dent. In many instances, these minor dents may not even necessitate professional repair. Sometimes, a minor dent or scratch can be effectively managed through detailed cleaning.
Furthermore, having your leased vehicle detailed can actually eliminate minor scratches, boosting the vehicle’s overall appearance. This is particularly beneficial when it comes time to return the car to the leasing company.
When your leased vehicle undergoes inspection at the end of the lease period, having it clean and in good condition does more than just make a positive impression. In fact, a well-maintained and clean car can often mask minor damages and can save you from potential penalties.
So, minor dents on your leased vehicle—those smaller than the size of a quarter—might not necessitate immediate professional repair. However, maintaining the vehicle’s cleanliness and overall good condition can ensure that, even if there are minor dents or scratches, the leasing company’s inspection at the end of the lease period will go smoothly.
The location and depth of the dent are the main factors that determine whether a leased vehicle dent repair can be done. As long as the dent is not too deep and has not scratched the paint or significantly stretched the metal, paintless dent removal is a fast and effective way to remove dents. The cost is also considerably less than body shop repair.
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Which Leased Vehicle Dent Repair Should you consider?
Depending on your lease agreement, you will be responsible for dents and dings, scratches, cracks and holes.
Review your lease contract and see what it says about repairing car damage. Did you pay for protection insurance? That may cover the cost of dent repair as well.
In weighing your decision about repairing damage, you can also have the leasing company inspect the vehicle and ask what the charge would be for dent repair.
In many cases, it is cheaper to have the leased vehicle dent repair work done yourself. Ask your insurance company what it would charge and whether it would affect your rates. In most instances where the dents were not your fault, it won’t affect the cost of your insurance premium.