Lease-return planning

Fix lease car dents before return inspection

A dent may sit outside your provider’s return standard. Compare the likely assessment with a professional repair quote before collection day.

No obligation · Availability depends on location and participating repairers

A driver photographing minor paint damage before a lease return

Scuffaroo is a marketplace. Independent repairers carry out the work, quote availability varies, and your finance provider—not Scuffaroo—decides whether a vehicle meets its return standard.

Fix it before the inspection.

Dents and creases are among the most commonly charged items at lease return. Even small dents that look minor to you will be flagged by a trained inspector. Paintless Dent Repair (PDR) can remove most dents without any repainting — quickly, professionally, and at your home or work.

Check your provider’s current return guide early enough to compare availability and complete any chosen repair before collection.

Upload photos and get quoted →
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Paintless Dent Repair (PDR) — no repainting needed for most dents
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Mobile or workshop repair may be offered
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Fixed-price quotes — know exactly what you'll pay
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The repairer should state the proposed method and timing
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Keep the repair details for your records

Will you be charged?

Usually not charged
✓ Very minor surface impressions under 10mm
✓ Shallow creases from normal door contact
✓ Tiny dings on lower panels in hard-to-see areas
Usually chargeable
✕ Dents larger than 10mm in diameter
✕ Dents with paint cracking or chipping
✕ Panel creases from impacts
✕ Dents on prominent panels (bonnet, doors, boot)
✕ Multiple dents across the vehicle

How Scuffaroo works

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Upload your photos
Tap the damage zone on our car diagram and upload close-up photos. Takes 2 minutes on your phone.
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Receive fixed-price quotes
Up to 3 eligible local repairers quote independently and cannot see each other’s prices.
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Review, book and retain records
Review the scope and live terms before booking, then keep the supplied repair information for your own files.

Common questions

What is Paintless Dent Repair (PDR)?
PDR is a technique that removes dents by carefully massaging the metal back into shape from behind the panel — no filler, no repainting. It's ideal for lease car dents as it leaves no trace of repair.
Can all dents be fixed with PDR?
Most small to medium dents without paint damage can be repaired with PDR. Dents with cracked paint may require conventional repair. Your Scuffaroo repairer will advise on the best approach.
How much does lease car dent repair cost?
The price depends on size, location, access behind the panel, paint condition and whether PDR is suitable. Request a job-specific quote before deciding.
How long does dent repair take?
Timing depends on the method and damage. The repairer should describe the expected duration and whether the work is mobile or workshop-based in the quote.
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Ready to get return-ready?

Upload your photos and get quotes from local repairers — free, no obligation, takes 2 minutes.

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