Leasing 101 Morgan City LA

When you lease, you are paying for the use of a vehicle.

Local Companies

W 3 Auto Sales
(318) 932-8964
106 Highway 71 84
Coushatta, LA
Green's Chevrolet Chrysler Dodge & Jeep
(337) 462-1835
307 E 1st St
Deridder, LA
Douet Motors Inc
(337) 394-6026
7020 Main Hwy
Saint Martinville, LA
Southern Chevrolet-Cadillac Inc
(318) 445-4521
5845 Coliseum Blvd
Alexandria, LA
T & J Ford-Mercury Inc
(337) 363-2153
1231 W Main St
Ville Platte, LA
Ward Chevrolet Oldsmobile Inc
(318) 325-8289
Monroe, LA
Harper Motors Inc
(318) 377-0395
200 Highway 531
Minden, LA
Lincoln-Mercury Car Rental System
(337) 363-2153
1231 W Main St
Ville Platte, LA
N U-2U Auto Sales Llc
(337) 826-6828
758 Highway 167
Washington, LA
Gerry Lane Enterprises
(225) 926-4600
Baton Rouge, LA

Leasing 101

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Understanding Leases

When you lease, you are paying for the use of a vehicle. Your payments cover the cost of the vehicle's depreciation over the time you drive it, rather than the purchase price. When the lease is up - typically in two to four years -- you must return the vehicle or purchase it outright. This article will explain what you need to know if you're considering a lease. Before you make your final financing decision, you should also review our articles on loans and the differences between loans and leases.

 

How lease payments are calculated

To calculate a lease payment, the financial institution (the "lessor") estimates the amount the vehicle will depreciate over the lease period, adds the interest being paid by the lessor to finance the car while you drive it and several other fees. Many leases can be started with 'no money down,' although a down payment ensures lower monthly payments.

The Federal Reserve Board recently enacted consumer-friendly legislation that requires dealers to disclose all the key variables of a lease: the interest rate, residual value, length of lease, and size of down payment.

 

The two- to three-year lease

Short term leases work for those who want a brand-new vehicle every few years. The manufacturer covers major maintenance costs for the duration, and you usually pay for required servicing. A major concern: if you terminate this type of lease early, you'll most likely pay severe penalties. Returning the car when the lease is up When a lease expires, you can either buy it, or return it. If you return it you must do the following:

  • Return the vehicle in its original state with no accessories, modifications, or different parts.
  • Make sure the vehicle is in good shape, with no excessive "wear and tear." There are penalties for damage or rough treatment.
  • Meet mileage limits, usually around 12,000 - 15,000 miles. You will be charged anywhere from 10 to 15 cents for every mile you drive over the limit, which can really add up. For example, if you drive 20,000 miles per year for three years on a 12,000 mile/15 cent lease, your penalty would be $3,650.
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