Is it worth buying a post-lease car?
The prices of new delivery vehicles are high, which is why drivers often opt for used cars. Most people, of course, want the best option at the best possible price. Therefore, some interested parties give up the traditional purchase of cars that were used for private use. One alternative solution is to buy a post-lease car previously used by the company.
People who are considering purchasing a post-lease car have a wide selection of places to find such cars, including:
- online advertising websites - most often they contain offers showing cars purchased by the lessee;
- Leasing companies – offer cars for sale that have not been purchased by lessees. Often, these are also vehicles that have been returned to the company due to the lessee's arrears in repayment of installments;
- stationary outlets;
- used car departments in company showrooms - here we will pay more for a post-lease car, but it has a number of advantages, including a complete set of documentation and an exceptionally good condition of the vehicle.
Is it worth buying post-lease delivery vehicles?
Most post-lease cars go to individual dealers, but there are also leasing companies that provide such offers. The second variant is particularly beneficial because it involves assistance in completing the necessary formalities. Moreover, it enables negotiations regarding the method of financing the purchase.
Purchasing a post-lease delivery vehicle is therefore an alternative worth considering. However, it should always be preceded by a comprehensive technical inspection and all the pros and cons of such a decision should be analyzed. This will enable you to make a thoughtful, conscious choice.
Post-lease delivery vehicle – advantages
- Age of the car. Post-lease cars are usually used for several years. Therefore, the market value of the vehicle decreases, and at the same time its technical condition usually does not deteriorate significantly.
- Full documentation. These types of cars often have documentation describing their repair history. This allows for insight into past faults and service intervals.
- Good price. Post-lease cars have lower prices than cars from private sellers.
- Guarantee. Leased cars are not used for a long time, so it happens that some of them may still have a valid manufacturer's warranty.
- VAT deducted. If a post-lease car is purchased by a person running a business, VAT can be deducted from the vehicle.
Post-lease delivery vehicle – disadvantages
- High exploitation. Delivery cars often cover long routes and move around the city. This puts considerable wear and tear on the vehicle.
- High mileage. Opinions are divided on this subject. Some people consider high mileage to be a defect that immediately disqualifies a given car. However, there are also statements that it is not a significant problem. Despite the high mileage, the car could have been very well cared for.
- Fraud. This risk, of course, applies to all used cars. Indicator changes can be modified and various types of defects can be cleverly hidden.
To sum up – is it worth buying a post-lease delivery vehicle?
Whether purchasing a post-lease delivery vehicle is a good decision should be considered in the context of the specific vehicle and the requirements of the interested party. In each case, a meticulous, comprehensive technical inspection carried out at an Authorized Service Station (ASO) is necessary.
It is worth adding that an alternative to buying a new delivery vehicle is, of course, renovating the one we have. Currently, access to replacement parts (both new and used in excellent condition) is very easy and wide. This allows you to quickly and conveniently carry out necessary repairs and replace defective elements with functional components.
The Ivemax store offers a wide range of high-quality Iveco Daily replacement parts , including:
…and many others. We invite you to familiarize yourself with our offer. If you have any questions or doubts, please contact us. We provide professional advice.
