How to Lease a Car

How to Lease a Car: Step-by-Step Guide

If you’ve never leased a car before, it might seem intimidating at first. You’ve researched the different types of car finance and decided leasing is for you… but where do you start? How do you apply for finance? When do you make the initial payment?

Don’t worry! We’ve put together the ultimate guide on how to lease a car, sharing the step-by-step process we use every day with our clients.

Have any questions?
Give us a call at 0161 623 2891. Our friendly team will talk you through the process, so you know exactly what’s happening every step of the way.


Step 1: Find Your Perfect Lease Car

The first step for any lease deal is choosing the car you want to lease.

At Leap Vehicle Leasing, we offer a huge variety of cars from a wide range of manufacturers. Whether you’re looking for a family-friendly SUV or a sleek saloon for business trips, we’ve got you covered.

When browsing our car lease deals, consider:

  • Transmission: Automatic or manual?
  • Fuel Type: Petrol, diesel, hybrid, or fully electric?
  • Extras: Fancy leather seats, a better sound system, or a bigger fuel tank? Check these under the Extras tab on each product page.
  • Colour: Explore colour options under Extras > Paintwork on the product page.
  • Budget: Determine what you can afford.

Step 2: Get in Touch to Receive a Quote

Once you’ve chosen your car, give us a call at 0161 623 2891.

Our friendly sales team will have a quick 5–10 minute chat to discuss:

  • The car you’re interested in.
  • Whether you’re looking for a personal or business lease.
  • Your expected mileage, contract length, and other details.

We’ll confirm the best leasing offers for your chosen car and, once you’re happy, we’ll begin the finance application process.

Tip: You can also request a quote on our website, but we recommend calling for the most up-to-date offers.


Step 3: Apply for Finance

To secure your car lease deal, you’ll need to apply for finance.

Lenders require personal information to confirm your identity and assess affordability, such as:

  • Full name, country of birth, and contact details.
  • Marital status and number of dependents (if any).
  • Address and employment history (3 years).
  • Current occupation, salary, and monthly income.
  • Monthly expenses, including mortgage/rent, utilities, and loans.
  • Bank details.

A credit check will also be conducted, as required by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).

Note: Leap Vehicle Leasing is not a financial lender. We will guide you through the process and help with your application, but the final decision lies with the finance provider.


Step 4: Order Your Lease Car

Once your finance application is accepted, it’s time to order your vehicle!

At this stage, you’ll need to pay our processing fee of £250 + VAT.

  • This is a one-time payment – we don’t charge an order fee or ask for further payments.

After completing the paperwork, we’ll place the order with the lease provider and confirm the delivery timeline.

  • In-stock vehicles may only take a few weeks.
  • Factory orders may take longer due to external factors.

Our customer support team will keep you updated:

  • If your car is in stock, updates may come within days.
  • If it’s still in the factory, we’ll update you every 3 weeks or so.

Step 5: Arrange Delivery of Your New Car

When your car is ready, we’ll call to confirm the delivery date.

We offer flexible delivery, so let us know the day and time that suits you best. Your car will be delivered straight to your driveway.


Step 6: Pay Your Initial Deposit and Organise Insurance

Most financial lenders will take your initial payment either just before or shortly after your car is delivered. This will be outlined in your contract.

Insurance:

  • Insurance is not included in our lease deals.
  • You must arrange fully comprehensive insurance and inform your insurer that the car is leased.
  • Ensure your policy starts before the car arrives to avoid any gaps in coverage.

Step 7: Drive Off into the Sunset

That’s it – you’re ready to go!

Your monthly payments will go directly to the finance company, which will also handle the car’s collection at the end of the lease.

If you have any questions during your lease period, our customer support team is always happy to help.


Hopefully, this guide has made the car leasing process clearer. If you’re still unsure about anything, give us a call – we’re here to help!


 

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