Do you have a lease return coming up in the next 30 days?

When you return a leased vehicle, a dealership representative evaluates any damages to the car against the leasing company's 'normal wear and tear' guidelines. For any damages that are considered 'excess wear and tear', the leasing company will charge you to make those repairs at dealership rates.   

 

Avoid those premium repair costs by visiting Omega MP Autobody 30-45 days before your lease return date for a free no obligation pre-return inspection. We will identify any excess wear and tear issues and provide you with a free repair estimate at our significantly lower independent shop rates.

 

We are a top-rated Toronto autobody repair shop with a 4.9* Google Rating, and ​have been providing affordable cosmetic and collision repairs for over 30 years.

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frequently asked questions

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​What counts as 'excessive wear and tear' on a Toronto lease return? 

• Dings, dents, scratches:

Any scratch, dent, or paint chip that you can feel with your fingernail and is larger than a credit card.  ​​However, damages aren't considered on an individual basis alone - while one small dent might be forgiven, several small dents appearing in multiple areas of the vehicle will usually be classed as excess wear and tear.  ​​Additionally, depth matters: scratches that reach metal, even if they are smaller than a credit card, are nearly always deemed excess wear and tear (due to future rust development potential).

• Bumpers: 

Bumper scuffs will usually be considered normal wear & tear and forgiven if they are surface level and contained to a small area.  ​However, tears in the plastic, significant gouges, or signs of misalignment where the bumper pulls away from the fender will be considered excess wear and tear. ​Additionally, the underside of bumpers will also be checked for hidden damage from contact with steep driveways, cement curbs, speed bumps, and parking barriers. 

• ​Windshields:

Any chip or crack in the windshield falling within the driver's 'critical viewing area' that's  larger than a loonie will be considered excess wear and tear.  As will any smaller chips if they are deemed to compromise the glass's overall structural integrity.

• Light covers:

Deep scratches or cracks in plastic light coverings are also considered excess wear and tear.  A cracked lighting unit can trap moisture and compromise its electronic integrity - which may necessitate replacing the entire light assembly in the future.  

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Is it really that much cheaper to fix a leased car before returning it?

Yes. Dealerships charge premium rates. Fixing cosmetic issues out-of-pocket at an independent auto body shop is almost always significantly cheaper.

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Will these repairs show up on a Carfax report?

Since self-pay repairs do not go through an insurance company and are typically minor cosmetic fixes, they do not trigger Carfax reporting.

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​How to return a leased vehicle without paying too much? 

​​Be strategic, plan in advance. Get a repair estimate 30-60 days before your return date.  This will allow enough time to source cost-saving after-market parts (if needed), and avoid a rental car on more extensive damages by scheduling repairs in stages (if needed).      

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Can I use an independent shop instead of the dealership's preferred collision centre?

​Yes. By law, in Ontario consumers you have the right to choose where their vehicle is repaired. We use factory-matched paint and OEM-quality materials to ensure our work flawlessly matches your vehicle’s factory standards, completely satisfying lease inspectors.

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Located just north of Dundas & Runnymede, we're conveniently situated for customers in The Junction, High Park, Bloor West Village, Kingsway, Roncesvalles, & Stockyards neighbourhoods.​