If you’ve been looking for a great car leasing deal, one of the options you may have come across is whether to choose a deal that includes maintenance.
To help, we’ve explained exactly what this option means below.
What is maintenance?
Our team will explain specifics of your maintenance package with you as some variations can be found but generally you will be covered for annual car servicing, repairs, parts, MOT (but as most lease contracts are only for 2 or 3 years, your leased vehicle may never need an MOT), breakdown and fair play tyre policy.
How do I pay for maintenance?
The maintenance of your car will be included in your monthly leasing cost - no hidden costs or extras to pay at a later date.
What are the benefits of maintenance?
Many people choose maintenance so they are able to budget fully for their vehicle costs. There’ll be no extra payments for servicing, breakdown cover or repairs.
Motorists who drive a high annual mileage each year, would benefit from having a maintenance package. Business Leases who own one car or a fleet may benefit from maintenance so not having to pay out for extra repairs.
Is maintenance beneficial to me?
You need to assess the overall cost across the contract term and take into account expected mileage and the cars individual service schedule Your leasing company can help you. As mentioned some customers choose maintenance as it spreads the cost out over the contract term.
Who carries out the Servicing and Maintenance?
Information on approved garages in your area for servicing will be sent to you by your car leasing provider. Details for breakdown cover and tyre repairs will also be sent.
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