Lease-end has a way of sneaking up. One month you're settling into your Nissan, and the next you're getting a notice about a maturity date. Conyers Nissan works with drivers throughout Conyers, Covington, Stockbridge, and the greater Atlanta area, and this page lays out what generally happens as that date gets closer.
Quick Answer: The first thing worth doing is pulling out your lease agreement and confirming your maturity date and mileage allowance, then comparing that mileage figure to your actual odometer reading. From there, an independent inspector schedules a vehicle inspection so you have a clear picture of your vehicle's condition ahead of time. Once you have that information, the decision usually comes down to returning the vehicle, purchasing it, or leasing or financing another Nissan. None of these steps have to happen on a strict timeline, but starting early gives you more room to choose the option that actually fits. Conyers Nissan can help with the dealership side no matter which direction you land on.
It helps to think of lease-end less as a single decision and more as a fork with a few reasonable paths. Handing the keys back is the simplest route if you're ready for a change. Buying the vehicle makes sense if you already know its history and would rather keep it than start over. And plenty of drivers use the moment as a natural point to move into something newer, letting the dealership handle the outgoing vehicle as part of that transition.
Hand Back the Keys
Reach out when you're ready and we'll set up your return appointment.
Keep the One You Have
If you'd rather buy your current vehicle than return it, our team can walk you through what that involves.
Consider Pre-Owned
Browse our Nissan Certified Pre-Owned selection for a certified vehicle at a different price point.
If a new vehicle is on the table, our Finance Center can start working through numbers before you ever visit in person. And if you're just curious what your current Nissan might fetch outside of a standard lease return, our Instant Cash Offer tool gives you a quick number to work with.
Before your return date, an independent inspection company handles a vehicle inspection at no cost to you. It's a required step, but a quick one, generally taking around 30 minutes, and it can be done at the dealership, your home, or your workplace. The inspector provides an assessment of any chargeable wear and use, along with the option to make repairs before your vehicle goes back.
Schedule your inspection ahead of your return date
Review the inspection results once they're ready
Decide whether anything needs attention before turn-in
Contact Conyers Nissan to schedule your return appointment
Whatever the inspection turns up is yours to decide what to do with. Some drivers get repairs handled through their dealership or insurance agent so everything is documented ahead of time. Others simply let it ride and sort things out at the return appointment. Both approaches are common.
If you're worried about going over your mileage allowance, you may be able to purchase additional lease miles online up to 30 days before your maturity date, or right from your vehicle's touchscreen through the in-vehicle lease app. It's worth checking before your inspection if mileage is a concern.
Quick Answer: If you're close to or over your mileage allowance, you can typically purchase additional miles online up until about 30 days before your maturity date, or add them anytime through the lease app on your vehicle's touchscreen. Handling this before your inspection gives you a clearer picture of where you stand before anything is finalized.
A little advance planning saves you a scramble later. Start by gathering everything that came with the vehicle originally, since a spare key or the manual has a way of ending up somewhere unexpected after a few years.
Quick Answer: Bring every key, the owner's manual, and any original accessories to your return appointment, and be ready to complete a Federal Odometer and Lease Termination Statement while you're at the dealership.
Give the vehicle a once-over for personal items too. Check the glovebox, trunk, and any hidden storage spots, and clear out anything saved through the infotainment system, like paired phones or saved destinations. Your vehicle must be returned to an authorized Nissan dealership, and Conyers Nissan is glad to handle that appointment for you.
When you arrive to return your vehicle, you'll complete a Federal Odometer/Lease Termination Statement as part of the process. A liability statement typically follows several weeks later, outlining any charges based on your vehicle's mileage and condition at turn-in. If you lease or finance another Nissan through the finance company within a set window after your return, you may qualify for a loyalty waiver that reduces or eliminates some of those charges. Our team can walk you through whether that applies to your situation.
Purchasing your leased vehicle sidesteps mileage and wear-and-use charges altogether. You'd instead be responsible for the purchase price set in your lease contract, along with standard incidental charges like sales tax and registration. It's worth comparing against returning or moving into something new before you decide.
Quick Answer: Buying your leased Nissan avoids mileage and wear-and-use charges entirely, replacing them with the purchase price set in your contract plus standard incidental charges like sales tax and registration. Returning or moving into another Nissan comes with a different set of trade-offs, and our team can help you weigh all three side by side.
If you need to end your lease before the scheduled maturity date, that's handled differently than a standard return and depends on the specifics of your agreement. Reach out to Conyers Nissan directly if you're considering this so we can walk you through what it means for your account.
Have Questions About Your Lease Return?
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Lease-end terms, mileage allowances, wear and use standards, and account-specific charges are set by your individual lease agreement and Nissan Motor Acceptance Corporation. Conyers Nissan is here to help with the dealership side of your return, from scheduling your appointment to exploring your next vehicle.
