Skimping the annual maintenance
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So, hypothetically, if someone were to skip the annual maintenance, and the car is leased, will there be a fee?
Note to car lovers, this isn't what I'm planning on doing. I don't aim to mistreat my car. It's just possible I will be 5-8 weeks late on the annual maintenance for reasons mostly beyond my control.
My car is leased, and I'm worried they will charge me a large fee for skipping the annual maintenance. Seeing as maintenance charge is $600, a company wanting to deter customers skimping on their leased cars, if doing the oil change themselves, would need to charge at least several hundred for missed annual maintenance. I searched online, but found absolutely nothing. Anyone know anything about this?
Note to car lovers, this isn't what I'm planning on doing. I don't aim to mistreat my car. It's just possible I will be 5-8 weeks late on the annual maintenance for reasons mostly beyond my control.
My car is leased, and I'm worried they will charge me a large fee for skipping the annual maintenance. Seeing as maintenance charge is $600, a company wanting to deter customers skimping on their leased cars, if doing the oil change themselves, would need to charge at least several hundred for missed annual maintenance. I searched online, but found absolutely nothing. Anyone know anything about this?
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My annual service - my 1-year anniversary (time flies when you're having fun) - is actually in 2 days! I've already called my service manager and have something scheduled Nov 6 (free-of-charge of course as it's the first) so provided you call them ahead of time, I agree that you should have no problems whatsoever.
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Not sure whether your comment was directed to me or hardwired or both but a few weeks beyond the "one year" mark shouldn't pose a problem for anyone. Whatever the problem.
Of course I could be wrong. (But I doubt it).
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Thus, my answer.
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Thanks for your responses. A couple guys mentioned I should talk to the dealer, which I sort of did, but it's complicated so I'll have to reconsider it.
Overall, if I understood correctly, the verdict seems to be that I should be ok if I'm a couple months late.
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So, hypothetically, if someone were to skip the annual maintenance, and the car is leased, will there be a fee?
Note to car lovers, this isn't what I'm planning on doing. I don't aim to mistreat my car. It's just possible I will be 5-8 weeks late on the annual maintenance for reasons mostly beyond my control.
My car is leased, and I'm worried they will charge me a large fee for skipping the annual maintenance. Seeing as maintenance charge is $600, a company wanting to deter customers skimping on their leased cars, if doing the oil change themselves, would need to charge at least several hundred for missed annual maintenance. I searched online, but found absolutely nothing. Anyone know anything about this?
Note to car lovers, this isn't what I'm planning on doing. I don't aim to mistreat my car. It's just possible I will be 5-8 weeks late on the annual maintenance for reasons mostly beyond my control.
My car is leased, and I'm worried they will charge me a large fee for skipping the annual maintenance. Seeing as maintenance charge is $600, a company wanting to deter customers skimping on their leased cars, if doing the oil change themselves, would need to charge at least several hundred for missed annual maintenance. I searched online, but found absolutely nothing. Anyone know anything about this?
What does the lease contract say?
Get the answer in writing from both the dealer and leasing company.
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@f-typical
I'm in a legal... discussion with jag. I'm worried about saying something I shouldn't, so I'm being vague on purpose. I don't mean to be rude, and I hope you'll put up with me on this.
@mikey
Talking to the dealer hasn't really given me a clear answer since we both don't feel comfortable talking about this, but talking to the leasing company sounds like a good idea.
I'm in a legal... discussion with jag. I'm worried about saying something I shouldn't, so I'm being vague on purpose. I don't mean to be rude, and I hope you'll put up with me on this.
@mikey
Talking to the dealer hasn't really given me a clear answer since we both don't feel comfortable talking about this, but talking to the leasing company sounds like a good idea.
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You can talk to almost any service advisor at any new car dealer and hear stories like this. For many, a vehicle is just like a refrigerator or any other appliance and doesn't need service until it won't start or they're stranded on the side of the road.
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Reminds me of my sister. She bought a 1970 Chevy Nova and sold it 8 years later just after getting married because her husband didn't want her driving around in an old(er) car. When she went to trade it in, the technician asked her how much oil it consumed, she responded with: "What?". The technician then ask when the last time she had checked the oil: "What". Final question: when had she last changed the oil? "What?"
Despite that, it was the most reliable car she has ever owned. Zero repairs or maintenance. (I wouldn't want to be the next owner, though)
Despite that, it was the most reliable car she has ever owned. Zero repairs or maintenance. (I wouldn't want to be the next owner, though)
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Although not exactly answering your question, but related....
I have a 2016, which has maintenance included for 5 year....I read somewhere that if you do not schedule the service within 30 days after your anniversary date, then it's not covered under the maintenance program and you have to pay out of pocket.
I have a 2016, which has maintenance included for 5 year....I read somewhere that if you do not schedule the service within 30 days after your anniversary date, then it's not covered under the maintenance program and you have to pay out of pocket.
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Reminds me of my sister. She bought a 1970 Chevy Nova and sold it 8 years later just after getting married because her husband didn't want her driving around in an old(er) car. When she went to trade it in, the technician asked her how much oil it consumed, she responded with: "What?". The technician then ask when the last time she had checked the oil: "What". Final question: when had she last changed the oil? "What?"
Despite that, it was the most reliable car she has ever owned. Zero repairs or maintenance. (I wouldn't want to be the next owner, though)
Despite that, it was the most reliable car she has ever owned. Zero repairs or maintenance. (I wouldn't want to be the next owner, though)
As you were, you Terminally Unhinged rascal.
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