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Extending Your Car Lease Contract

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22nd February 2022
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What is a car lease extension?

Formal Extension 

Informal Extension 

Admin fee applies 

Y

N

New contract end date

Y

N

Monthly rental charges 

Y - rentals may be lower 

Y - rentals may change 

New initial rental required 

Peace of mind motoring 

Y

N - as funder can recall vehicle at any time 

Road tax included 

Y

Whether you opt for an informal or formal extension will depend on your personal circumstances, how long you plan to keep the vehicle and the type of lease agreement you have.

David Johnson
Director - Nationwide Vehicle Contracts

Perks of extending a car lease include:

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Special extension deals

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No initial rental required

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No credit checks required

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Time to decide

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Road tax included

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Known vehicle history

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Time to budget

Downsides of extending a car lease include:

money

Admin fees apply

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Servicing and maintenance obligations

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MOT may be required

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Vehicle warranty may have expired

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Breakdown expired

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Early termination fees

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Vehicle wear and tear

I want to extend my car lease contract, what do I do?

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1. Check Eligibility

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2. Contact Nationwide Vehicle Contracts

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3. Request Extension with Finance Provider

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4. Extension Documents Sent

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5. Check and Sign Agreement

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6. Review Documentation

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7. Date Effective

How long does a car lease extension take?

Guide Information

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About the Author: Fergus Gray

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