Lease Return Dent Repair.
Pay Joe. Not the Dealer.
Dealers charge retail body shop rates plus markup for every dent that exceeds wear standards. Joe Garcia repairs those dents for a fraction of what the dealer would charge — and you avoid the damage fees entirely.
Lease companies train inspectors to measure dents precisely. Most use published wear standards — knowing what crosses the threshold helps you decide what to fix.
Dents Larger Than a Quarter
Most lease standards flag any dent larger than a 25-cent coin (roughly 1 inch diameter) or any dent that’s visible from arm’s length at normal viewing angle. These are the most commonly charged items.
Dings on Multiple Panels
Accumulated door dings across doors, fenders, and quarter panels add up fast. Inspectors work systematically — each qualifying dent is charged separately, which is how a “few dents” can become a $1,500+ bill.
Dents Near Panel Edges
Damage near door edges, bumper corners, and fender seams often requires body shop work to access — and dealers charge accordingly. Many of these are reachable with PDR if addressed before return.
Visible Scratches & Paint Damage
Scratches that break the clear coat or primer are separate from dents — PDR doesn’t address paint. But if there’s an underlying dent, Joe can fix that first. Minor paint touch-up can be handled alongside the PDR work.
| Damage Type | Dealer Charge | Dent Evo PDR |
|---|---|---|
| Small door ding (<1″) | $300–$500 | $100–$150 |
| Medium door ding (1–2″) | $400–$700 | $150–$250 |
| Large dent (2–3″) | $600–$900 | $200–$350 |
| Multiple panel dings (5+) | $2,000–$4,000+ | Significant savings |
| Hail damage | Body shop referral + markup | Per-dent PDR pricing |
Send Photos — Get a Quote
Text or email photos of every dent you can find. Walk the entire vehicle in sunlight or under a garage light held at a low angle — you’ll find things you’ve missed. Joe reviews them and responds with a quote, typically within minutes.
In-Person Inspection
Joe goes through the vehicle under LED lighting and identifies everything that’s likely to be flagged at lease return — including dents you may not have noticed. This gives you a clear picture before committing to any repair.
PDR Repair — Often Same Day
Most lease-prep jobs are completed same-day. Multiple dents across several panels may take a day. Joe gives you a realistic timeline so you can plan around your return appointment.
Return Your Vehicle Clean
After repair, your vehicle goes back to the dealer with factory paint intact, no Carfax repair record, and no outstanding wear charges. What you paid Joe is the end of the conversation — not the beginning of it.
Joe has prepped lease returns for every major brand — luxury, mainstream, and EV. The make doesn’t change the quality of the work.
Based in Upland, CA — serving the full Inland Empire and San Gabriel Valley. If you’re returning a lease at a dealership in this region, Joe is within easy reach.
How much does it cost to fix dents before lease return?
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When should I get dents fixed before my lease ends?
Can PDR fix all the dents my dealer will flag?
Does my lease company allow PDR before return?
Lease Ending Soon? Act Before the Inspection.
Text photos of every dent to (909) 921-1653. Joe responds with a quote within minutes — and a plan to get you back clean.
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