Our 3-Step Lease Protection Process
Drop the vehicle off at our Plano shop (or send photos via text). We evaluate it against the wear-and-tear guidelines for your specific leasing company — Ford Credit, BMW Financial, Mercedes-Benz Financial, Tesla Leasing, GM Financial, Honda Financial, and every other major captive lender. You’ll know exactly which dings would get charged and which would slip under their threshold.
Our master technicians reshape every chargeable dent from behind the panel using calibrated rods, glue-pull tools, and PDR-grade lighting. For aluminum panels (F-150, Tesla Model S/X, BMW, Mercedes), we use specialized heat-induction technique — details in our aluminum dent repair guide. Deep creases and large dents get the precision treatment described in our deep dent repair guide.
You drive to the dealership knowing the inspector’s tablet will show nothing chargeable. No surprise bills six weeks later. No disputes with the leasing company. And if anything ever surfaces from our work, our written lifetime warranty covers it.
Lease Return Pricing: Dealer Charge vs. Our PDR Cost
These are typical DFW numbers. Send us photos for an exact written quote within the hour.
| Damage type | Dealer wear-and-tear charge | Our PDR cost | You save |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single door ding | $600–$900 | $125–$250 | $400–$700 |
| Hood or roof dent (medium) | $700–$1,100 | $200–$400 | $500–$800 |
| Body-line crease | $1,200–$2,000 | $300–$650 | $900–$1,500 |
| Aluminum panel dent (F-150, Tesla, BMW) | $1,800–$3,200 | $350–$750 | $1,450–$2,450 |
| 5 small dings package | $3,500–$6,000 | $650–$1,200 | $2,800–$4,800 |
Returning a Tesla or other EV lease? Battery-safe PDR matters. See our Tesla & EV dent repair guide for why paint booth methods aren’t safe for electric vehicles.
Frequently Asked Questions About Lease Returns
Should I fix dents before returning my leased car?
Absolutely. Dealerships charge premium retail body shop rates for any lease return damage — $600–$1,400 per door ding versus $150–$300 with PDR. Fixing it beforehand guarantees you won’t get hit with unexpected bills weeks after turning in the keys, and saves $3–$5 of dealer charges for every dollar of PDR investment.
Will the lease inspector notice Paintless Dent Repair?
No. Because PDR restores the metal to its original shape from behind the panel without shifting the factory paint, the repair is 100% undetectable to visual inspections and electronic paint-depth gauges. Inspectors use digital coating thickness meters to detect repainted areas — PDR creates no paint variation because we never repaint anything.
Can you fix leased aluminum bodies or Tesla vehicles?
Yes. DentPicks specializes in complex aluminum PDR for Ford F-150 (2015+), Tesla Model S/X/3/Y, BMW, Mercedes, Audi, Range Rover, and other luxury aluminum platforms. We use calibrated heat-induction technique and aluminum-specific adhesives — details in our aluminum dent repair specialist guide.
How early should I bring my leased car in?
60–90 days before your lease return date is the sweet spot. Too early and you risk picking up new dings before the actual return. Too late and you may be rushed. This window also lets you self-perform the leasing company’s pre-return inspection app (most major captive lenders have one) and address whatever they flag.
What about bumper damage and wheel curb rash?
Plastic bumper damage and curb-rashed alloy wheels both require specialty body work that we don’t perform in-house — we focus exclusively on metal-panel PDR where we can preserve the factory finish. For bumper or wheel repairs, we’ll refer you to trusted DFW partners and help you build an honest cost picture so you can decide what’s worth fixing before turning in the lease.
Which leasing companies do you work with?
All major captive lenders: Ford Credit, BMW Financial Services, Mercedes-Benz Financial, Tesla Leasing, GM Financial, Honda Financial Services, Toyota Financial, Hyundai Capital, Nissan Motor Acceptance, Jaguar Land Rover Financial, Audi Financial, Lexus Financial, Acura Financial, Volvo Car Financial, plus third-party leasing arms (Ally Bank, US Bank, Chase Auto). We know each lender’s specific wear-and-tear thresholds and inspection protocols.
What if I’m already past the lease end date?
Most leasing companies allow a 7–14 day grace period after the contractual end date. If you’re within that window, we can still help — we’ll prioritize a same-day appointment and work backward from the latest possible return date. Call us directly at (866) 336-8767 and we’ll see what we can do.
More Lease Return & PDR Resources
Deeper guides on lease return strategy, vehicle-specific repair, and pre-return prep.
Leasing inspection deadline coming up fast?
Don’t guess what the dealership will charge you. Send us a few quick photos of your vehicle’s dings, and Vytas and the team will give you a transparent quote within 30 minutes — with exactly which items to fix and which would slip under the wear-and-tear threshold.
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Someone from the team will get back to you. If it is urgent, call (866) 336-8767 and you will reach the Plano shop.