We'll make your lease-end experience easy

It is important your new Ford meet your functional needs as well as be exciting to drive. Establishing a list of your wants and needs will help guide your purchase decision.

Things to consider:

• Seating, Capacity and Towing to accommodate passengers and cargo
• Cost of Ownership (ex. fuel, insurance, maintenance)
• Performance and Handling
• Comfort, Convenience and Style

Once you have determined your vehicle wants and needs, look for Ford vehicles that suit the style, functionality and performance you are looking for.

Now the fun part:

• Check out the full Ford vehicle lineup
• Build and price vehicles that meet your wants and needs
• Visit your local Ford Dealer and take a test drive or two

Once you have identified your new Ford vehicle choices, it's time to consider your budget. Be sure to take into consideration everyday vehicle ownership expenses, such as insurance, fuel and scheduled maintenance.

Be sure to take advantage of the:

• Budget Calculator to help determine payments that fit your budget
• Cash Rebate and Special Rates Incentives available in your area
• Payment Estimator to see what your vehicle choices could cost

The decision to finance or lease can depend on how often you like to change vehicles, your driving habits and the vehicles intended use. Determine which selection best fits you and your lifestyle.

Lease a Vehicle - Reserve the option to return or buy

Lease payments are usually lower than similar term finance payments. You also have the flexibility of three options at lease-end.

Ford Credit's Red Carpet Lease has its advantages and unique benefits:

• Variety of popular terms, including our popular 24/36 month leases
• Seven mileage options to choose from
• Customize your vehicle at time of purchase with approved accessories
• After satisfying your lease-end obligations, your choice of three great options at lease-end:
• Buy or Lease a New Ford
• Purchase Your Lease Vehicle at a predetermined price
• Return Your Lease Vehicle and walk away

Finance a Vehicle - Make it yours

Vehicle ownership can be the ultimate reward whether you're considering a new or Certified Pre-Owned Ford vehicle.

Ownership also has its advantages and provides unique benefits:

• Variety of popular terms are available
• No mileage limits or excess wear and use charges
• Customize your vehicle at any time
• Each payment helps build vehicle equity toward future trade-in

Need help making your Buy vs. Lease decision? Answer a few questions and we'll help point you in the right direction. It's so easy, you'll have your answer in no time.

Ford Credit brings over 50 years of experience for financing that's right for you. See your local Ford Dealer and look to Ford Credit for a full range of outstanding financial products and services. Apply for credit now.

The Red Carpet Lease Agreement includes the purchase option price at lease-end. To obtain your leased vehicle's current purchase price prior to lease-end:

• Login to Account Manager, or
• Contact our Customer Service Center

Both also offer the option of a written confirmation by mail.

Take this opportunity to discuss with your Ford Dealer:

• Your vehicle purchase option
• The final purchase price, including taxes and other charges
• Your appointment to purchase your leased vehicle on, or before, your scheduled lease-end date. This will ensure that your Ford Dealer is ready to assist you as needed.

Purchase your vehicle from your originating dealer* by the lease-end date. To fulfill your lease obligations, you need to:

• Satisfy any remaining financial obligations
• Facilitate lease-end requirements, such as reviewing and signing the Odometer Statement (required by federal law)
• Complete your vehicle purchase transaction

Please note that failure to complete lease-end transactions by your lease-end date could result in additional charges as described in your Red Carpet Lease Agreement.

Prior to vehicle return, its overall condition will be evaluated to determine if there is any Excess (or chargeable) Wear and Use. To help you assess the condition of your vehicle and excess mileage, refer to Excess Wear and Use.

Your Lease Vehicle Inspection identifies Excess Wear and Use your vehicle has. Identifying Excess Wear and Use before vehicle return allows you time to process claims for damage covered under your insurance policy.

Take this opportunity to discuss with your Ford Dealer:

• Your vehicle return option
• Questions about Excess Wear and Use or Excess Mileage you have
• Your replacement vehicle needs
• Your appointment to return your leased vehicle on, or before, your scheduled lease-end date. This will ensure that your Ford Dealer is ready to assist you as needed.

Your Ford Dealer can provide any desired repairs, genuine Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) parts, service and the expertise necessary to prepare your vehicle for return.

Retain copies of all repair receipts to verify repairs have been completed when returning your vehicle.

Remove any personal items from the vehicle. Check areas including:

• Seat Backs, Sun Visors and Under Seats
• Compartments (e.g. Center Console, Glove Box, Eyeglass Holder, Spare Tire)
• Media & Devices (e.g. CD, DVD, USB, MP3)

Gather items that came with your vehicle. These items include:

• All Keys & Key Fobs
• DVD Headphones & Remote
• Navigation Media (e.g. DVD, Memory Card)
• Cargo Covers
• Luggage Crossbars
• Floor Mats
• Owner's Manuals
• Wheel Rims on the vehicle at lease origination
• Any other items that came with the vehicle

Return your vehicle to your originating dealer* by the lease-end date. Remember to bring any repair receipts as well as all keys and key fobs. To fulfill your lease obligations, you need to:

• Satisfy any remaining financial obligations
• Facilitate lease-end requirements, such as reviewing and signing the Odometer Statement (required by federal law)
• Complete your vehicle return transaction

Please note that failure to complete lease-end transactions by your lease-end date could result in additional charges as described in your Red Carpet Lease Agreement.