Leasing a Honda is generally a simple process, although good to excellent credit is necessary for approval through Honda Financial Services. Advertised leasing opportunities are accurate--you are either approved or you are not. There are no fee or payment changes because of your credit score. Lease payment amounts can change based on term, yearly mileage and money down. You can change advertised leasing provisions to match your driving and financial needs before you sign your contract.
Go to Honda's vehicle website. Review current lease opportunities and gauge affordability. Note the payment and requirements, including fees and money down, for the vehicle you want to lease. Research specifications and vehicle options so you are better informed before stepping into the dealership.
Locate a local Honda dealership. Call to set up an appointment or stop in during dealer business hours. Go to the dealership and let the sales representative know which vehicle you'd like to lease.
Test-drive the vehicle and make sure you like it enough to drive it for the leasing term. Make sure you are test-driving a similarly advertised vehicle--most lease advertisements are figured on a base model. If you want additional features in your vehicle, extra mileage allowance or a different monthly term, discuss price differences with your representative before going forward.
Fill out the credit application with a Honda dealer sales representative. Your application is sent in electronically and you should know whether you're approved while you wait. Review your terms, money down, monthly payment and fees.
Provide insurance for your vehicle or allow the sales representative to make a copy of your current insurance card--she will set your insurance up when possible. Sign your leasing contract and all applicable paperwork before leaving the dealership in your new vehicle.
