Lease Return Information
When it's time to return your leased Mercedes-Benz you have options!
We hope you have enjoyed driving your leased Mercedes-Benz and of course we hope you elect to continue driving our brand. The Mercedes-Benz experience is not easily replicated, if you are accustomed to sophisticated luxury and aggressive performance we highly recommend that your next vehicle be one of our exciting Mercedes-Benz models.
To make it easy for you to make that decision, Mercedes-Benz of Daytona Beach offers you options now that you are nearing the end of your lease.
You leased your vehicle rather than purchasing it for a reason.
If leasing is still the optimal method for acquiring a vehicle then we want to introduce you to the Mercedes-Benz "Loyalty Accelerator Plan" which will waive up to five of your existing lease payments if you lease a new Mercedes-Benz.
Options At Mercedes-Benz Lease End
- You may be eligible to extend your current lease by up to 12 months.
- Lease a new Mercedes-Benz and take advantage of our Loyalty Accelerator Plan.
- Purchase your Mercedes-Benz at lease end and get an extended warranty.
- Simply return your leased Mercedes Benz to Mercedes-Benz of Daytona Beach (regardless where you originally leased the vehicle from).
Lease End Options
Options include returning your vehicle, extending your lease or paying off your vehicle.*The optional Vehicle Condition Review lets you evaluate your vehicle's condition by using The Credit Card Test and guidelines provided herein. Please review the Vehicle Condition Guidelines listed below. It's also a good time to make sure your scheduled maintenance service is up to date. Please remember, this does not replace the required inspection one month before lease end.
If you find any damage that needs repair, you'll have plenty of time to take care of it. Your insurance policy may even pay for the repairs. The information provided below, as well as the checklist will help you conduct your own Vehicle Condition Review.
*Remember to ask about leasing or purchasing another new or pre-owned Mercedes-Benz.
At one month
A Mercedes-Benz Financial authorized inspection company will contact you to set up a time and place, at your convenience, for your required Vehicle Inspection.
The inspection company will evaluate your vehicle's condition using the Vehicle Condition Guidelines. After the inspection, they'll provide you with a Vehicle Inspection Report, which documents your vehicle's condition at that time.
If you have any damage, the inspection report will also include the repair cost, which tells you how much you'll owe for excess wear and use - unless repairs are made before you return the vehicle. If you choose to make any repairs after the inspection, please contact our dealership for assistance in performing the repairs. You are also welcome to contact Mercedes-Benz Financial's Lease Maturity Department at (800) 873-5471 for more information regarding the inspection report.
If you're over the mileage allowed by your lease, the inspection report will indicate the estimated excess mileage charge at the time of inspection.
Please note that you will be charged for any additional excess damage and/or mileage that occurs after the final inspections up until the time of turn in.
Note: This inspection is NOT required at this time if you are purchasing your vehicle or extending your current lease for more than three months. In addition, the inspection is only valid for 90 days; if you choose to extend your current lease for more than three months from the time of the original inspection, another inspection will be necessary.
If you are unable to have this inspection completed before you return the vehicle, Mercedes-Benz Financial will inspect it after the return. Please be advised that you'll be charged for any damage found at that time. Also, since this inspection takes place after you've turned in your vehicle, you won't have the opportunity to make any repairs.
At Lease end
After you've made arrangements for returning your vehicle, the dealer will check your vehicle's condition and compare it to your Vehicle Inspection Report to see if any repairs have been made or if there's any new damage. The final mileage and excess mileage (if any) will be recorded.
When you return your vehicle to our dealership, your signed Vehicle Inspection Report will be your record of the vehicle's condition. This document also includes the Federal Odometer Disclosure Statement, which must be completed by you at the time of turn-in.
Also, as stated in your lease agreement, you will be responsible for a vehicle turn-in fee at lease-end.
Tips for returning your leased Mercedes-Benz
Unless you are going to purchase your leased vehicle, you will need to return it to the dealership at the end of your lease. To make that process hassle free please keep these tips in mind:
- MB Financial will send a 3rd party vendor to the client's home or office to complete a no charge pre-inspection. This can be arranged by calling 800-873-5471.
- Upon receiving the results of the 3rd party inspection the client can review with Sales or Service to take corrective action or utilize Loyalty programs if required.
- At lease end you will need to return both sets of keys, all equipment that was issued at the time of the lease (tool kit) and owner's manual.
- Electronically sign the Federal Odometer Disclosure Document confirming the mileage on the odometer.
- Mercedes-Benz Financial will send a final bill, charges are not due at time of return.
We will prepare and give to you a "Vehicle Return Package" that includes a copy of the Federal Odometer Disclosure Document, the Vehicle Condition Report and your Maturity Bill and hopefully at that point we help you into your new leased or purchased Mercedes-Benz!
Vehicle Condition Guidelines (Overview)
Giving you peace of mind as you approach the end of your lease."Excess wear and use" responsibilities
As stated in your lease agreement, you are responsible for excess wear and use. The Vehicle Condition Guidelines help define what is considered excess wear and use and will help determine the condition of your vehicle, including its interior, exterior and mechanics. Generally, when there's damage, there is excess wear and use. And according to your lease agreement, you are financially responsible for its repair. Below you will find specifics on when damage is considered excess wear and use.
*Further details apply>
The Credit Card Test® - Vehicle Condition Guidelines
Helping you determine what is considered damage when inspecting your vehicle's exterior and interior:
- Any scratch through the paint larger than the size of a credit card.(Scratches that do not go through the paint pass The Credit Card Test, regardless of size.)
- Any dent that is larger than the size of a credit card.
- Any damaged safety items, regardless of size (e.g., torn seat belts).
- Collective damage that is caused by a single event, regardless of size (e.g., hail damage).
- Any holes, cracks, gouges, tears, or cuts in the sheet metal or bumper, regardless of size
- Any tears to the interior larger than the size of a credit card
Examples that DO NOT meet "The Credit Card Test":
Windshield, Lights, Wheels and Tires Condition Guidelines
The following are examples of what would NOT meet lease return guidelines when inspecting your vehicle's windshield, lights, wheels, and tires:
- Wheels that are cracked or bent.
- Wheels that are not those originally equipped with the vehicle at time of delivery.(Upgraded wheels installed by an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealership are acceptable.)
- Tires that are the incorrect size, have sidewall damage or exposed cords.(Sidewall damage includes plugs and cuts.)
- Glass and lights that have cracks, stars, holes or plugs. (A "star" is a chip with one or more legs. A plug is considered unsafe for vehicles with supplemental restraint systems.) Glass repair is not acceptable.
Scuff like the image to the left would meet the guideline / The image on the right would NOT meet the guideline
Both images to the left and right would NOT meet the guideline
Note: Windshield replacements are often covered by insurance. Please ask your insurance agent. If you choose to make any replacements after your lease-end inspection, contact the Mercedes-Benz Financial Lease Maturity Department at (800)-873-5471.
If you have any questions regarding your lease return, please do not hesitate to contact us at the dealership.
1188 North Tomoka Farms Road, Daytona Beach, FL 32124
Sales 855-642-0988
Service 855-637-8203
Parts 855-619-2677
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Monday | 8:00AM | 6:00PM |
Tuesday | 8:00AM | 6:00PM |
Wednesday | 8:00AM | 6:00PM |
Thursday | 8:00AM | 6:00PM |
Friday | 8:00AM | 6:00PM |
Saturday | 8:00AM | 2:00PM |
Sunday | Closed | Closed |