If you’re like a lot of Westminster drivers, you’ve crunched the numbers and have decided that leasing a new car makes more financial sense for you than buying. But how does leasing a car work? Read the instructions below on how to lease a car.

How to Lease a Car, Step by Step

So, how does leasing a car work, exactly? We make it easy, and most of our Huntington Beach customers have found the process to be pretty simple. Just follow these steps:

How to Lease a Car

• Decide on how big of a down payment you can make. The larger the down payment, the lower the payments. If you have a trade-in, that can lower your monthly payment as well.
• Calculate the size of the payments you can make.
• Check out our lease specials. You can find some great deals on exceptional automobiles.
• Once you’ve started the lease, stay within the mileage limit. Exceeding this limit can result in additional charges.
• Keep up with the maintenance schedule. This is a requirement of your lease.

How to Return a Leased Car

What about when the lease ends? How does leasing a car work when you’re ready to return it? We make that part easy, as well. Here’s how it’s done:

• Submit your car for a pre-inspection.
• Fix any issues that came up during the inspection.
• Thoroughly clean the vehicle.
• Delete your information from the entertainment system.
• Bring your lease paperwork and maintenance documentation.
• Pay any fees.
• Pick out your new vehicle! (You can also choose to extend your current lease, buy your leased vehicle, or just return the car without exchanging for a new one.)

Leasing a Car vs. Buying One

Whether to lease a car or buy one for your Irvine commute really depends on your personal circumstances. Here’s why some of our customers decided that leasing made sense for them:

• Lower Sales Tax – In most states, leasing a vehicle drastically lowers sales tax.
• Simpler Trade-In Process – Just turn your car in at the end of the lease and start a lease on a new one.
• Lower Monthly Payments – This is the most important factor to many Irvine drivers who are trying to decide or lease or buy a car.
• Warranties – Leased automobiles are always under warranty, as long as you stay under the mileage limit.
• The Latest Features – Because you’ll be in a brand-new vehicle every couple of years, you’ll always have the latest feature options at your disposal.

Talk to the Finance Department at Honda World Westminster

Our finance department would be happy to walk you through your options when it comes to leasing a vehicle. So, sit down and talk with them. In the meantime, be sure to check out our special offers. We’re just a short drive away from Costa Mesa, so drop by or contact us today!