You can often bypass the dealership entirely by working directly with the leasing company (the lender you pay each month) through their website or customer service line. When a Buyout Makes Financial Sense

Buying a car off a lease, often called a , allows you to purchase the vehicle you've been driving for a price typically set at the start of your contract. How a Lease Buyout Works

The purchase price is primarily based on the residual value —the leasing company's original estimate of what the car would be worth when the lease ends.