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Re: RX330 Fair Price [seabush] by nc_driver1
Nov 09, 2005 (5:51 pm)

Replying to: seabush (Nov 09, 2005 4:36 pm)

The MSRP is $40,300.So far I got a selling price of $36,101. Still working on the residual and money factor.
Any suggestions? Thanx in advance.
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Re: RX330 Fair Price [nc_driver1] by seabush
Nov 09, 2005 (8:39 pm)

Replying to: nc_driver1 (Nov 09, 2005 5:51 pm)

I think $35,800 is fair. The invoice on this car is $35,477. If you subtract holdback and addback 3% dealer profit, then you get an offer price of $35,800.
 
http://www.carbuyingtips.com/lease2.htm?x=0tekxgl_eoyyqkz_ttky3&y=Wed%20Nov%2009%2023:24:2- 5%202005
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Expanding Audience - Lease Questions by mutt32
Nov 10, 2005 (7:48 am)
Hello Folks,
I am interested in a 2006 premium plus with nav. MSRP 45,708. I am planning a 39 month lease, with 12k miles/yr.
  
Please give me an opinion of the following parameters:
1) Sale price $41,800
2) Money factor 0.0026
3) Residual = 57%
4) Acquisition Fee = $650
5) Security Deposit = $0 - assumes excellent credit
This gives me a monthly payment of $598.53
  
Another questions; Maryland has a 5% sales tax. Should I pay this amount $2090(5% of sale price and acq. fee) up front at signing or can I pay this with the monthly payment.
  
Thanks,
Michael from MD
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Re: RX330 Fair Price [seabush] by nc_driver1
Nov 10, 2005 (2:30 pm)

Replying to: seabush (Nov 09, 2005 8:39 pm)

Thank you. I could not get that price $35.8. I think I will settle for $36,101. It's only $300 more.
Do you believe that 56% residual and money factor of 0.00235 is good? They claim that there is a $600 acquisition fee from LFS. Is that true?
Thanx in advance.
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Re: RX330 Fair Price [nc_driver1] by seabush
Nov 10, 2005 (6:18 pm)

Replying to: nc_driver1 (Nov 10, 2005 2:30 pm)

36,101 is a very good price. The difference isn't worth arguing with the dealer over. What's the lease term?
 
Example
 
$40,300 x .56 = 22568 (Residual value)
 
36,101 (net capitalized cost)- $22,568 (residual value) = 13,533(depreciation)/36 months =$375.92 (monthly depreciation payment)
 
($36,101 + 22,568) x 0.00235 (approx 5.64% interest rate)= $137.87 (money factor payment portion)
 
Total payment = $375.92 + $137.87 = $513.79 (excludes $600 acquisition fee and sales tax). Note: When I add sales tax and the acquistion to the total cost, my payment for this car would be $558.46 per month (total payments of $19,147.16 for three years/12,000 miles per year.)
 
I noticed that some companies are leasing for 1.9% to 2.9%.
 
I would try to halve money factor to .001175 (2.82% or half of 5.64%). That will bring your payment to $485.34. (MD resident with no money down). I've never leased a car. I can't imagine paying an acquisition fee. I understand money factor rates are lower in December. You might want to wait until then.
 
Also, I highly recommend using the lease calculator at http://www.carbuyingtips.com/regm.xls. It is very useful in helping you quickly crank out numbers.
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by elos
Nov 11, 2005 (2:55 pm)
Hi,
 
I got the following quote.
 
Package III (Premium Packagae +) - $48,943*
 Mark Levinson Premium Audio
 Rear-Seat DVD Entertainment System (RSES)
 
In Plano, TX, what would be a good price for this vehicle? Anyone with refent buying experience?
 
ELOS
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Re: RX330 Fair Price [seabush] by nc_driver1
Nov 14, 2005 (10:41 am)

Replying to: seabush (Nov 10, 2005 6:18 pm)

Below are the final numbers:
MSRP $40,603.00
Final Negotiated Price $36,101.00
Acquisition Fee $600
Tax 3%
Doc. Fee $399
Tags $69
Residual 56%
Money Factor 0.00235
36 months lease w/15k miles/year
With O money down-actually I paid for the tags and first payment, the monthly payment is $555.75
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Re: RX330 Fair Price [seabush] by kfl
Nov 14, 2005 (11:11 am)

Replying to: seabush (Nov 10, 2005 6:18 pm)

I just picked up a certified used 2004 RX330 31,700 miles for $33,275 (4.99 interest). It has upgraded stereo system, lights, navigation, and a few other upgraded amenitites. A couple there even offered the dealer more for the car, but I had already signed for it. The dealership in Illinois was great. Am only financing $24,000. I am thrilled and glad I waited for a crummy day (unbelievable winds and rain). Does this sound like a good deal....anxious to hear your thoughts.
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Good Deal In Maryland? by hnbmoore
Nov 14, 2005 (7:23 pm)
I got a quote for a 2006 RX330 w/ Navigation for 43,700.00 out the door. What do you think? I think I can get a better deal toward the end of the month.

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