Leased vehicles, do they require servicing?

[PMCErnie]

I need to know what tires you used for $600. Most G2 tires are ~$1K for the set of 4. This info could come in pretty handy if my Conti DWS need to be swapped before turn in.

Try reading my post again, this time with comprehension.

 

[PMCErnie]

I took a look and $600 was too high, but there are a few $500+ services. One example below.

People don't lease cars for 60,000 miles. Usually 24,000, or 30,000 tops, I think. So, nobody who exits a lease before 30,000 miles is going to be doing a 30,000 mile service.

 

[GenesisAWD]

I've leased several cars from both domestic and foreign manufacturers. Just take your car in to a Hyundai dealership for your oil changes and you'll be fine. I'm guessing you'll be putting on 36,000 miles or less during the time of your lease. While you're in for the oil changes they'll routinely check all the other stuff for you as well.

 

[CanukV6]

I guess things must be different in Canada. Most of my daily drivers over the last 25 years have been leased. Hyundai Canada (like many manufacturers) arranges leasing through 3rd-Party Finance companies. I can assure you that at lease end, they are very concerned about the condition and servicing history of your car. There are independent inspectors that are hired by the Finance company to check that the car is in good condition. Normal wear & tear is OK but scratches or dents over a certain size are noted, depth of tire tread is measured, all systems are checked for proper operation (A/C, Power systems, etc.). Windshields are checked for cracks or 'stars'. Service history is checked. Anything that needs fixing is billed to the car Lessee (you) at rates that they consider appropriate! Your choice is to pay up or purchase the car

If you follow the maintenance schedule in the Owners Manual and keep it looking presentable with legal+ tread on the tires you should be OK.

 

[jsmit86]

Try reading my post again, this time with comprehension.

Ahhhh EXcludes! Thanks for the smackdown!

 

[PMCErnie]

Ahhhh EXcludes! Thanks for the smackdown!

Kudos!

 

[spinedoc777]

That 60K service in that image you posted is generic that they use for all Hyundai's. It is not specific for the Genesis per the owner's manual, and I doubt they would even do most of things on the list even if you paid them the $508.95.

For example:

• Because the Genesis uses synthetic transmission fluid, there is no requirement to replace the fluid at 60K miles. In fact, there is no requirement to ever change the transmission fluid unless driving under severe conditions.
• The first coolant change is at 120,000 miles or 120 months, and then every 30,000 miles or 24 months after that.
• There is no need to pay for inspections if you can check the brake fluid and coolant level yourself (all you need is a flashlight to see through the clear plastic). The dealer will check most things for free during normal service (oil changes, recalls, etc).

Figure out what specific items you need service and ask for those only. The dealers try and sell the 60K service packages, etc, because they know there are always some suckers who will go for it.

Thank you, great info. My dealer is less than helpful, couple that with the sonata loaners and subpar customer service. I cant wait until there are standalone Genesis dealers.

 

[spinedoc777]

People don't lease cars for 60,000 miles. Usually 24,000, or 30,000 tops, I think. So, nobody who exits a lease before 30,000 miles is going to be doing a 30,000 mile service.

Thanks, I've got a 3 year 12k/year lease which is more than 30k. There are also other services on there under 60k, it was only one example.

 

[spinedoc777]

I guess things must be different in Canada. Most of my daily drivers over the last 25 years have been leased. Hyundai Canada (like many manufacturers) arranges leasing through 3rd-Party Finance companies. I can assure you that at lease end, they are very concerned about the condition and servicing history of your car. There are independent inspectors that are hired by the Finance company to check that the car is in good condition. Normal wear & tear is OK but scratches or dents over a certain size are noted, depth of tire tread is measured, all systems are checked for proper operation (A/C, Power systems, etc.). Windshields are checked for cracks or 'stars'. Service history is checked. Anything that needs fixing is billed to the car Lessee (you) at rates that they consider appropriate! Your choice is to pay up or purchase the car

If you follow the maintenance schedule in the Owners Manual and keep it looking presentable with legal+ tread on the tires you should be OK.

OK with all that said what penalty would you incur if you didn't follow the maintenance schedule, assuming the car was returned undamaged and with no issues attributable to the lack of servicing?

 

[CanukV6]

OK with all that said what penalty would you incur if you didn't follow the maintenance schedule, assuming the car was returned undamaged and with no issues attributable to the lack of servicing?

To be honest, I'm not sure as it has never come up. I imagine that the Finance company might say that you haven't met the obligations in your lease contract and the lack of servicing has decreased the value of the vehicle. What penalty if any they might impose, I have no idea.

I'm not clear why you are even asking these questions. Surely you want your Genesis to be reliable and properly maintained during your lease period, so why would you not follow the manufacturers (NOT Dealers) recommended service schedule?

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[waz]

Here's a radical thought: consider the poor sap that will buy the car after you turn it in.

Get the maintenance done and get a warm fuzzy feeling knowing you're doing the right thing.