Gina Kramer January 23, 2019 Before You Hand in the Keys: Preparing a Vehicle at the End of a Lease Gina Kramer January 23, 2019 When you bring a leased car back to the dealership, you will get penalized if your car isn’t in good shape. That’s why it’s a good idea to prepare your vehicle before you bring it back – to get the best value for your lease.