AboutJeremy Beck Expertise I can answer any question as it relates to the purchase or lease of a new or pre-owned vehicle. I can give you advice in purchasing from a franchised dealer or private party. Buying a vehicle can be a very difficult and frustrating experience, but it doesn't have to. Know before you Go! Let me help you with any of your questions.
Experience I have been in the automotive business for 10 years. I have held every position from salesperson, Finance Manager, New Sales Manager, Used Car Sales Manager, Finance Director, and Director of Sales and Finance. I graduated from the University of Texas with a major in Business Administration, and have held many sales jobs in the automotive sector. I am a member of the Association of Finance and Insurance Professionals (AFIP). I have also been trained by some of the best schools in the business including JM&A, Ethos, VT/AIG, Inc, and various others.
Question I have a leased Chevy Malibu and my left tail light is broken. I was looking into replacing it and was wondering if i could put a new style of tail lights on? I want to since it would be cheaper to buy a pair of them, then to buy the one standard one that came with it. please help before i do the wrong thing. Thanks Rachelle
Answer Rachelle,
Thanks for your question. You can do whatever you would like to the car! Just understand that you will not get your money back when you turn your lease in at the end of your lease term. They will not punish you as far as having a different set of tail lights on, unless those tail lights that you put on do not conform to inspection and state requirements. You have the right to do anything you would like to a leased vehicle, but most people don't because they will never get the money back that they put into the vehicle when they turn it in. Tail lights are not that expensive, so I don't know that I would worry about that in your case.
