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End of Lease Car Van De-Fleet Repairs in Pontardawe, Swansea, Neath Port Talbot
When returning a leased vehicle, any damage beyond what is considered fair wear and tear can result in significant penalties. These charges can often be far higher than the cost of having the repairs completed independently.
Here at Them Paint Guys in Pontardawe, Swansea, Neath Port Talbot we understand that lease cars can easily acquire minor damage during the lease period, whether it’s a scrape on the edge of your car door, or a scuff on the bumper, we can help customers prepare their leased or rented vehicles for return, ensuring your vehicle's in top condition and meets the leasing company’s standards, and avoiding excessive charges.
GET AN ESTIMATEOur end of lease repair service is fast, efficient and could save you a considerable amount of money in end of lease penalties. Whether you have paintwork scratches, minor dents, or bumper scuffs, we've got you covered with our SMART repair services in Pontardawe, Swansea.
Bumper Scratch, Dent Repair Pontardawe, Swansea
- Scratch and Dent Repairs: Minor dings, scratches, and paint damage are among the most common reasons for end-of-lease penalties. Our Pontardawe, Swansea technicians can restore your vehicle’s appearance, ensuring it meets leasing company standards.
- Bumper and Body Panel Repairs: We repair cracks, scuffs, and other damage to bumpers and body panels, helping to avoid charges that might otherwise be imposed for replacement parts.
- Alloy Wheel Refurbishment: Damaged or scuffed alloy wheels are another frequent source of end-of-lease penalties. We can arrange for your wheels to be refurbished to their original finish, making them look as good as new.
FAQ'S
What do we get asked about End of Lease Repairs in Swansea?
If you have just had your car repaired, you don’t want the repair to be visible afterwards! Our Baslac SMART repair colour matching technology perfectly matches the colour and pigmentation of your car. This allows us to blend the repair into the surrounding area.
If you choose to return your car with minor scratches and dents then the results depend on your precise contract. That being said, it is often the case that, dents or scratches can be considered “excessive” wear and tear can result in penalties. The penalties are often more expensive than getting the repair seen to before returning, and could include additional fees on top.
One of the great things about the SMART repair technique is that it takes a fraction of the time a traditional car body repair in a traditional body shop. That said, how long an individual repair takes depends on the damage. Most minor dents, dings, or scratches can be repaired in a couple of hours.
We specialise in affordable and convenient repairs, based around our customers’ satisfaction. The cost of your end of lease repair depends on the damage to the car and the size of that damage. A small dent, that doesn’t break the clear coat of the car, will cost less to repair than an extensive scratch that spans several panels. That said, we do aim to be as affordable as possible. There is no need for your repair to break the bank.
The British Vehicle Rental & Leasing Association (BVLRA), the governing body who oversee vehicle leasing, has produced a number of Fair Wear and Tear Guides, to provide an industry standard for the vehicle’s condition on return to the leasing company. It is also important to check your individual leasing company’s terms and conditions, as to what they will accept as ‘fair wear and tear’, to make sure you don’t incur any unexpected costs.
There are many ways you can reduce the likelihood of receiving end of lease charges. It is recommended that you thoroughly clean the interior and exterior of the vehicle before returning to the leasing company, as you want to present the car in the best possible condition for inspection.
Another measure is to have any damages, dents and chips repaired as and when they occur. Them Paint Guys in Pontardawe, Swansea will arrange a mutually convenient time for the repairs to take place, ensuring the damage is rectified in time for the vehicle to be returned to the dealership.
SMART, short for Small to Medium Area Repair Technology, is a method of car repair that allows for us to focus on a smaller area – meaning that we can repair the damage without needing to remove the panel. Using a SMART repair technique means that we can conduct the repair far quicker and more efficiently, saving you money in the long run.
SMART repairs can be used for both scratches and dents. We use Baslac colour matching technology to match any paint repairs precisely, ensure that the repair can’t be seen once the end of lease car repair has been completed at our bodyshop in Pontardawe, Swansea, Neath Port Talbot.
