Reply To: car troubles

The only downside on leasing is how some companies get you for every little ding and scratch at the end of the lease which is normal wear and tear. Difficult to have peace of mind for those 3 years when you constantly see new scratches on the bumper or sides of the vehicle especially in nyc where parking is wreckless.
Not to mention that scratches and tiny dents are inevitable when you drive a car on the street, aside for weather such as snow and ice and trucks that scatter salt at 100 mph hitting your cars paint.
Thtats how lease companies make the big bucks. I mean seriously to charge for plastic hubcaps that cost them nothing and which they obviously replace anyhow before reselling the vehicle! I’m sure they aren’t counting on using your 3 year old hubcaps, but they will charge you $100 for each one if it’s worn out or has a small chip. That’s just disgusting and ruins the lease experience. Best to take em off and save them for the end of lease so that they are in pristine condition. They will definitely get worn out if you drive and park a lot.