Currently I am leasing my '13 JKU and still have another 2+ years left but always had the intentions of lifting & adding bigger tires so that I can take advantage of moderate offroading, and also because it just overall improves the look of the vehicle. I have an AEV 3.5" lift sitting in my room which I planned to install once the weather warms up a bit, however lately I've had this idea that it might be wiser to downgrade to a 2.5" lift instead so that I am not messing with the geometry of the suspension too much and it might be somewhat easier to revert back to stock when it comes time to turn in the lease. I am unsure if I am just over thinking this or if I have the right idea in mind which is why I am asking for feedback on my situation.

 

My thought on this issue.... Have the dealer install the lift so you are off the hook if something goes wrong. Keep all factory parts and reinstall them before turning in the Jeep.

 

Install the lift and buy-out your lease at the end

 

That was originally my plan but I eventually decided that I want a 6-speed Rubicon after this one.

 

I ran a 4" on my last jeep and it was a lease. I wheeled it quite a bit and took care of it on my dime. Dont expect much to be covneed under warranty unless you keep it on the street. I had intentions on buying it out until I came across a deal on a two year newer used Rubicon at a 'yota dealership. They simply bought the lease out and we went from there.

 

I'd leave it stock if your planning on turning it in...to uninstall a lift after 2 NY winters (road salt) and deal with all those rusted bolts sounds like a major pain in the ass to me

 

I wouldn't lift a leased JK. I'd trade it in for a new or used JK. With how well JKs hold value it should be a wash.

 

If you are planning to turn it back in for a Rubi, why not wait and put the lift on the Rubi. And then keep the Rubi.

 

Go for it. Here is why:

1. Wranglers hold their value. That means the residual will be lower than blue book at the end of the lease (or darn close).

2. Don't "return" your leased vehicle. "Trade" it in. Dealers can buy leased vehicles. You should have no trouble getting the buyout price on the Jeep. I've done this exact thing with every lease I've ever had (didn't lease my Jeep though, but that is for other reasons). I always went over on miles and just traded it in. No penalty.

The bigger issue you have is that a lease company will charge you for anything. You are bound to get some wear and tear. No sense in getting charged for that.

Build it up!

 

I've never used a lease, but you could see if this works

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I wouldn't touch (modify) a leased anything... you will most likely violate the lease even by asking.

Wait it out or buy it, then modify it.