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Lexus RX 330 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

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Re: Buy From Chicago [autophile] by chicagocar
Jan 16, 2005 (12:18 pm)
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Replying to: autophile (Jan 13, 2005 6:07 pm)

I bought the car for Arlington Lexus – based out of Arlington Heights, IL. I got the delivery on Dec 31st that may be the reason I got below invoice.
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Options by rx330owner
Jan 16, 2005 (4:53 pm)
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I have an 04 rx330, thinking of trading it for another with a Navigation system, Mark Levinson audio and Laser cruise control. Are they worth the extra money? Would like to from those that have these options and your experience with them.
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Re: Buy From Chicago [chicagocar] by autophile
Jan 17, 2005 (10:18 am)
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Replying to: chicagocar (Jan 16, 2005 12:18 pm)

Chicagocar,
Thanks for the info. You are probably right about the deal timing (unfortunately for me!).
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Re: Buy From Chicago [chicagocar] by champaign
Jan 17, 2005 (1:31 pm)
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Replying to: chicagocar (Jan 16, 2005 12:18 pm)

Hi Chicagocar,
 
Could you pls let me know the option(s) you have? also is it AWD or FWD?
 
I really appreciate your information...
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Lease offer numbers by jco2
Jan 17, 2005 (5:20 pm)
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I'm expecting delivery, by the end of the month, of an 2005 RX330 AWD in black onyx with ivory interiors. Includes the Navigation system with the premium plus package (HID headlamps, heated seats, 18" wheels, accessory package, wooden steering wheel, etc..).
 
MSRP= $44833 (including Destination Charge)
Negotiated Price=$41280 ($3550 off MSRP)
36 mo. lease term, 15K miles/yr
Money factor=0.00145 (3.5% interest)
Residual=54%
Monthly payments = $570
 
Residual is 58% for a car with no Navigation system vs. 54% with it. I thought that was counter intuitive, but seems like in 3 years the Nav system will be somewhat outdated and people won't be willing to pay the extra amount for this option, so banks discount it).
 
The salesperson indicated that residual percentages are expected to be adjusted (decreased by 2%) next month (probably a BS scare tactic). The dealer (a large volume Lexus retailer with 100-200 cars on the lot) had very few RX's with Navigation systems in stock. I'm waiting for mine to be built and delivered in the next 3 weeks or so.
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Re: Lease offer numbers [jco2] by kirstie_h HOST
Jan 18, 2005 (7:08 am)
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Replying to: jco2 (Jan 17, 2005 5:20 pm)

The salesperson indicated that residual percentages are expected to be adjusted (decreased by 2%) next month (probably a BS scare tactic).
 
Not necessarily - the closer it gets to the 2006 model year release date, the older the 2005 is going to seem, and will be worth somewhat less in 3 years.
 
It sounds like you got a good deal anyway, so I hope you enjoy your Lexus! Once you get your vehicle, share your ownership experiences with others in our regular Lexus RX330 discussion.
 
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RX '04 price by micksach
Jan 19, 2005 (9:29 am)
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Hi folks. I needed help in understanding whether the following is a good deal:
 
04 RX - AWD, PP, Heated seats, 19K miles (certified) from a lexus dealer at $34K
 
Thanks for the information

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