Before you lease.......
Do you just supply new vehicles?
Yes, all the vehicles we supply are brand new.
Who supplies the vehicles?
We supply all our vehicles through official UK franchised dealerships..
Who finances the vehicles?
All of our vehicles are financed either directly by the car manufacturers or by reputable finance companies that offer contract hire.
Will my new vehicle come with warranty?
Yes. All our vehicles come with the full UK manufacturer's warranty.
Does the vehicle come with roadside assistance?
The majority of manufacturers supply a minimum of 12 months breakdown recovery with all new vehicles. Further information can be found on the manufacturer's website.
Will my vehicle include Road Fund Licence (Road Tax)
Yes, you will have a minimum RFL of 12 months. Over 95% of the vehicles we supply come with the RFL for the full duration of the lease. This is dependent on the type of contract taken out and the finance company that is funding the vehicle.
Will my lease include delivery?
Yes, apart from very rare cases all of our vehicles are delivered to the customer free of charge to any UK mainland address.
How long can I lease a car for?
Our leases vary between 2 and 5 years depending on the type of vehicle and the type of contract.
During your lease.......
Who is responsible for insuring the vehicle?
You will be responsible for arranging your own fully comprehensive insurance during your lease.
Who is responsible for the vehicle maintenance?
Unless you have taken out maintenance with your lease contract you will be responsible for maintaining the vehicle. This will include items such as servicing, maintenance and tyres. Please ask Solent Vehicle Leasing for a maintenance quote before you order your vehicle.
What happens if I want to terminate my lease early?
This will be dependent on the finance company through which your vehicle has been financed. You will need to contact Solent Vehicle Leasing to request an early termination quotation. (As a rule of thumb you will be charged anything from 50% upwards of your remaining rentals).
Can I put a private number plate on my lease vehicle?
You are welcome to put private plates on your vehicle. This can be done before delivery but we require approx 4-6 weeks notice prior to delivery if you want us to arrange this. The private number plate must be removed before the vehicle will be collected at the end of the lease.
After your lease............
What happens when my contract is due to end?
This depends on the type of contract you have. You will either hand the vehicle back, ask to extend the lease or purchase the vehicle a the end of the lease, depending on the contract type you have chosen.
What happens if I exceed my agreed mileage?
The finance company will charge you based on your excess mileage rate at the end of the contract. Your excess mileage charge will be clearly marked on your contract.
An example would be: If the excess mileage charge was was 5p per mile (inc VAT) and you exceeded your agreed mileage by 1000 miles you would be charged £50.
Will my vehicle be collected at the end of the contract?
Collection depends on the type of contract taken out. The majority of contract hire, contract purchase, personal contract hire and personal contract purchase vehicles are collected by the finance company at the end of the lease unless you decide to purchase the vehicle.