So, you want to know about leasing a car? - A FAQ
Pistonheads has a long-standing 'Best lease car deals' thread and many people come into it with questions on some of the basics, meaning many questions are asked repeatedly
With a bit of effort, over time this can be built up into a decent resource for people looking to lease for the first time.
Some suggested sections
Leasing basics - difference between lease, PCP & HP, initial payments, monthlies, fees, included mileage, excess mileage, car tax, brokers vs. dealers, how to judge a "good" deal etc.
Where to look for deals (besides the lease deals thread obviously)
Right and wrong ways to lease - Being ready to pounce on a good deal for the approximate kind of car you are after vs. going for a specific spec, colour etc., why options are rarely a good idea
Insurance and obligations
Servicing & maintenance - included servicing benefits vs. cost, how to get round service before handback
Handback
With a bit of effort, over time this can be built up into a decent resource for people looking to lease for the first time.
Some suggested sections
Leasing basics - difference between lease, PCP & HP, initial payments, monthlies, fees, included mileage, excess mileage, car tax, brokers vs. dealers, how to judge a "good" deal etc.
Where to look for deals (besides the lease deals thread obviously)
Right and wrong ways to lease - Being ready to pounce on a good deal for the approximate kind of car you are after vs. going for a specific spec, colour etc., why options are rarely a good idea
Insurance and obligations
Servicing & maintenance - included servicing benefits vs. cost, how to get round service before handback
Handback