I think trying to work around bad credit is asking for it.

I agree that there are a lot of stupid rules out there & working around them is usually not a big deal; but I think this is one of those times where you probably don't want to 'play pretend'

I can't help but wonder, if everyone has been doing so well, then why not just buy the car if leasing is turning out to be such an issue & you want it so badly.