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How Screwed Am I? My Lease Ends Tomorrow and I Want to Buy It Out
Published 10/6/25
First off, breathe. Sure, your lease ends tomorrow, and you’re envisioning some apocalyptic scene at the dealership filled with fees, endless paperwork, and stress. But you’ve got options—and good news: Lease End has your back. You’re not screwed.
The Problem with Waiting Until the Last Minute
Here's the part you're probably stressing about. Life gets busy. One minute, you’re cruising happily in your leased car; the next, you realize your lease agreement is up tomorrow. Panic sets in. What happens if you just show up at the dealership to return the car?
Well, brace yourself:
- Excess Wear and Tear Fees
Dinged doors, scratched rims, or even worn tires? The dealership might charge you for all of it. - Excess Mileage Fees
If you’ve gone over your lease’s mileage limit (usually 10,000–12,000 miles per year), you could face charges anywhere from 15–25 cents per extra mile. - Disposition Fee
Just for the pleasure of returning your car, the dealership may charge you $300–$500. - Surprises
Inspection costs, last-minute paperwork headaches, or unexpected charges could make tomorrow feel less like a car return and more like a financial ambush.
Why Buying Out Your Lease Might Be the Better Move
If you love your car and don’t want to deal with the dealership drama, buying out your lease is a great option, and you can still do it before your lease ends. Not only can you avoid all the fees mentioned above, but you might also come out ahead financially.
Here’s why:
- You Know Your Car: It’s already been your daily ride, so there are no surprises about its condition.
- Equity Opportunity: With used car prices still high, your buyout price might be lower than the car’s market value, meaning you could sell it later for a profit.
But My Lease Ends Tomorrow—Can I Still Buy It Out?
Yes, you absolutely can! Lease End’s fast, customer-friendly process means you can start your lease buyout in just 12 minutes. That’s less time than it takes to find a parking spot at the dealership.
Here’s how it works:
- Contact Lease End
Reach out today—like, right now. Seriously. - We Handle the Details
Lease End will verify your lease, calculate the buyout price, and help you secure financing if needed. - Say Goodbye to Stress
No dealership hassle. No confusing forms. Just you and your car, ready for its next chapter together.
The Clock Is Ticking
If you show up tomorrow without a plan, you could end up paying unnecessary fees and walking away from a car you love. But with Lease End, you can skip the stress and keep your car—all with a process so easy, you’ll wonder why you ever worried in the first place.
"You Sure I Shouldn't Freak Out?"
Don’t freak out if your lease ends tomorrow. Lease End’s fast, 12-minute process means it’s not too late to buy out your car. Plus, avoiding those nasty end-of-lease fees and keeping a car you love? Total win.
Ready to skip the dealership drama? Let Lease End help you take control. Your car deserves it—and so do you.
About the author
Adam Broud
Adam Broud is a writer and comedian based out of Salt Lake City, Utah. As a professional stand-up comedian with an MBA, his writing uniquely blends the worlds of business and comedy. Adam's writing for ads and comedy has appeared in places such as Buzzfeed, Vanity Fair, your television, and his mom's box of keepsakes. Feel free to review his writing from any of those places, but just know it's kinda weird if you choose his mom's house.
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