LEASE RETURN REPAIR.
Excess Wear & Tear Elimination

LEASE RETURN REPAIR.
AVOID EXCESS DEALER CHARGES.

Returning your leased car? Dealerships charge exorbitant penalty fees for minor dents, bumper scuffs, and wheel scratches. We restore your vehicle to lease inspection standards for up to 70% less.

Dealership Standards Audit

THE 'CREDIT CARD RULE' & WEAR GUIDELINES

Lease return inspection agencies (such as AutoVIN and DataScan) use rigid wear-and-tear criteria. Scratches longer than a credit card (over 2 inches), dents larger than a golf ball, or cracked glass trigger penalty charges billed at maximum retail dealership rates.

Credit Card Threshold Assessment

We inspect every panel against your specific leasing company guidelines (Honda, Toyota, BMW, Audi, Ford, Nissan).

Same-Day PDR & Spot Paint

Eliminating door dings, bumper corner scrapes, and stone chips without replacing parts.

Massive Cost Avoidance

A bumper scuff that a dealership bills at $1,200 is professionally repaired by us for a fraction of the cost.

THE 'CREDIT CARD RULE' & WEAR GUIDELINES

Pre-inspection gauge measuring scratch length against leasing guidelines.

Targeted Repairs

COMMON LEASE PENALTY RESTORATIONS

We address the exact areas that third-party lease inspectors flag with high penalty charges.

Alloy Wheel Curb Rash Repair

Re-profiling and repainting scraped alloy rims to pass wheel inspection standards.

Front & Rear Bumper Scuffs

Thermal welding of hairline cracks and spot blending clearcoat across bumper corners.

Windshield Chip Resin Sealing

Repairing stone chips to prevent windshield replacement penalty charges.

COMMON LEASE PENALTY RESTORATIONS

Curb-rashed alloy wheel re-machined and clearcoat refinished.

Inspection Protocol

OUR PRE-RETURN AUDIT WORKFLOW

Bring your vehicle to our Laval shop 30 days before your lease return date for a complete pre-inspection evaluation.

1. Free Wear & Tear Audit

Comprehensive walk-around using official manufacturer lease-end inspection templates.

2. Itemized Cost-Benefit Quote

We calculate which repairs will save you money versus paying the leasing company penalty.

3. Targeted SMART Repairs

Executing precise PDR, wheel curb repair, and paint blending within 24 to 48 hours.

4. Guaranteed Inspection Pass

Restoring your vehicle so you hand over the keys with zero surprise penalty bills.

OUR PRE-RETURN AUDIT WORKFLOW

Vehicle prepped and certified ready for lease return inspection.

Q&A

Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers regarding auto collision, insurance claims, paint matching, and warranties in Quebec.

01. How far in advance of my lease return should I get an inspection?

We recommend bringing your vehicle in 30 to 45 days before your official turn-in date. This gives you ample time to complete affordable repairs before the leasing company's third-party inspector assesses the car.

02. What is the 'credit card rule' in lease return inspections?

Most leasing companies (Honda Financial, Ford Credit, Nissan, BMW Financial) allow minor scratches smaller than a credit card (approx. 2 inches) and dents smaller than a golf ball. Any damage exceeding these dimensions incurs heavy penalty charges.

03. Can you repair curb rash on my alloy wheels?

Yes. We sand, fill, and machine-reprofile curb-rashed wheel lips, followed by factory paint matching and clearcoat baking so the rims pass inspection.

04. What if my leased car has mismatched tires?

Leasing companies require all four tires to match in size, speed rating, and have at least 4/32-inch tread depth. We can provide cost-effective matching tires to prevent penalty charges.

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Our Location

60 Rue Gélinas
Laval, QC H7M 2Z5
Quebec, Canada

Call Us

(514) 581-1433

Business Hours

  • Mon - Fri: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Saturday: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
  • Sunday: Closed